Cybersecurity Site: 8 Cybersecurity Sites You Should Definitely Follow

New cyber threats are emerging every day. To protect your data and your systems, it is therefore crucial to remain vigilant and informed. Otherwise, you're exposing your business to data theft, ransomware attacks, or reputation loss. To help you ensure your cyber intelligence, we present 8 reference IT sites to stay at the forefront of cybersecurity news.

Why is the cybersecurity issue strategic?

No one is safe from cyberattacks. While SMEs are the most affected with more than 90% of attacks for a total of 330,000 malicious acts, public organizations identify 37,000 attacks and ETIs and large companies no less than 17,000 cyber attacks.

And the impact is far from being negligible. All successful cyber attacks cost 2 billion euros in France in 2022 with an average amount per attack of 58,600 euros.

To avoid these considerable losses, you need to inform yourself to protect yourself.

The 8 computer security sites to follow

Here are 8 sites to consult regularly in order to ensure effective cyber intelligence.

1. The CERT-FR

Created in February 2000 under the name CERTA, it is the governmental center for monitoring, alerting and responding to computer attacks for France. It is part of the international network of CERTs (Computer Emergency Response Team). Since January 2014, CERTA has become the CERT-FR.

It is the preferred point of contact for any cyber incident affecting France. This organization offers curative actions in addition to the preventive actions of the National Agency for Information System Security (ANSSI). It helps French administration bodies (ministries, institutions, jurisdictions, courts, independent authorities, local authorities and OIV (Operators of Vitality Importance)) to “put in place the necessary means of protection and to respond to incidents or computer attacks of which they are victims”.

Accessible 24/7, its main missions are as follows: the detection of system vulnerabilities through technological monitoring, the resolution of incidents if necessary with the global network of CERTs, the assistance in the establishment of means to protect against future incidents and the creation of a network of trust.

2. L'ANSI

The main objective of The National Agency for Information Security (ANSSI) is to facilitate the consideration of cybersecurity issues in France, among various audiences: administrations, businesses of all sizes and individuals.

The ANSSI is raising public awareness of issues relating to digital security and is implementing a policy to promote a cybersecurity culture. It offers support in securing information systems and offers training activities.

The ANSSI website provides targeted information that is accessible to all. You can find the main threats of cybercrime, the precautions to take, the best practices to follow, the software recommended by ANSSI, existing cybersecurity training courses as well as the agency's news.

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3. Cyber malice

Cyber malice is a one-stop and free service whose mission is to help and advise all people on cybersecurity issues. This support concerns individuals as well as businesses or local authorities.

On this site, you will find tools to learn best practices, report an online scam or even file a complaint following cybercrime. To meet your needs, Cyberance can put you in touch with local partners, redirect you to a platform like PHAROS or provide you with practical advice.

4. Zataz

Here is a French website that is aimed at the general public and covers the latest computer crime news. Created in 1998 by journalist Damien Bancal, Zataz offers a wealth of information on cybersecurity. You will find articles, interviews and reports on hackers, data leaks, social media security, phishing, and the protection of the privacy of Internet users.

The site also offers a personalized monitoring service in order to warn you of data leaks concerning you.

5. The Digital Factory

The Digital Factory describes itself as the medium for the digital transformation of businesses. This is a French website that provides detailed information and articles on a daily basis on all digital topics: cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (called Internet of Things or IoT in English), French Tech, etc.

Launched in 2013 and associated with the magazine L'Usine Nouvelle, this online media also offers conferences, training courses, awards and professional meetings.

6. IT Security Guru

The blog IT Security Guru, written exclusively in English, is a summary of daily news on computer security. From the latest cyberattacks to the most recent cybersecurity studies, you'll find all the information you're looking for about network and cloud security, cyber threat detection, hacking, and personal data protection.

7. Security Weekly

For English speakers, Security Weekly is a blog that offers articles, but especially programs on cybersecurity, computer hacking and data leaks. A total of five programs give you information and tips about computer security every week.

For example, learn about new malware (malware) and cyber threats, learn how to protect your business, how to design your own security program or how to use the latest cybersecurity tools, and learn tips for protecting your privacy on the Internet.

8. Infosecurity

For over 10 years, the magazine Infosecurity provides content and information in English in the field of computer security. His articles, which have won several awards, deal with the latest trends and news concerning cybersecurity. The magazine offers an in-depth analysis of current events and gives the floor to experts in the sector.

On this site, you will also find webinars, white papers, the Infosecurity program and the calendar of global events on the topic of cybersecurity.

How can you maximize the security of your business?

To protect yourself from cyber attacks, you must act now by deploying robust professional tools that can support your growth while protecting you from threats.

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Wimi Armoured is a relevant response to the current challenges of the fight against cybercrime, whether it takes the form of a data leak, equipment theft or an attempted intrusion.

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