Malware attacks continue to be a serious threat to businesses globally, and Malaysia is no exception. In 2020 alone, Malaysian businesses lost an estimated RM 2.3 billion due to cybercrime, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The report also revealed that 42% of businesses in Malaysia had suffered a malware attack, and the average cost of recovery was RM 497,000. The impact of malware attacks on businesses can be severe, leading to financial losses, damaged reputations, and even legal consequences. However, there are solutions to help prevent these attacks, and one of them is Cisco Umbrella.
Malware, shortened for Malicious Software, is a type of software that is designed to harm or exploit computer systems, networks, and devices. Malware can take many forms, including viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, and spyware. Malware attacks can be initiated through various means, such as phishing emails, malicious links, infected software, and unsecured networks.
Malware Type
What is it?
How do you combat it?
Ransomware
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files and holds them hostage, demanding payment in exchange for the decryption key. It can severely disrupt business operations and cause data loss.
Phishing
Phishing attacks involve tricking individuals into divulging sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card details, or IC numbers, by posing as a trustworthy entity. These attacks often come in the form of deceptive emails or messages.
Malvertising
Malvertising refers to the distribution of malware through malicious advertisements displayed on legitimate websites. These ads can exploit vulnerabilities in web browsers or plugins to infect devices with malware.
Malware Type
Ransomware
What is it?
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files and holds them hostage, demanding payment in exchange for the decryption key. It can severely disrupt business operations and cause data loss.
How do you combat it?
Malware Type
Phishing
What is it?
Phishing attacks involve tricking individuals into divulging sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card details, or IC numbers, by posing as a trustworthy entity. These attacks often come in the form of deceptive emails or messages.
How do you combat it?
Malware Type
Malvertising
What is it?
Malvertising refers to the distribution of malware through malicious advertisements displayed on legitimate websites. These ads can exploit vulnerabilities in web browsers or plugins to infect devices with malware.
How do you combat it?
As a trusted cloud-based security platform, Cisco Umbrella provides DNS and Cloud Security services that protect businesses from cyber threats. With its robust DNS-layer security, Cisco Umbrella enables organizations to connect to the internet securely and confidently, regardless of their location.
Secure Hybrid Workforce
Cisco Umbrella ensures a consistent and secure experience for users and devices, whether on-premises or roaming. It resolves over 620 billion DNS requests daily, providing organizations with the required data and visibility to block more threats quickly and with fewer false positives. Being a trusted partner in DNS security with over 24,000 enterprise customers, Cisco Umbrella offers reliable protection for users anywhere.
Unmatched Threat Intelligence
Backed by Cisco Talos, the world’s largest non-governmental threat intelligence organization, Cisco Umbrella employs advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to identify and defend against new attacks happening across the internet. Administrators can access real-time context into malware, phishing, botnets, and more, through the Umbrella Investigate console and API, which enables faster incident investigation and response.
Easy to Deploy and Configure
Cisco Umbrella DNS security is a simple security solution that can be deployed and configured in minutes. It requires no hardware to install or software to maintain. The browser-based interface facilitates quick configuration and ongoing management, ensuring that downtime or frequent maintenance won’t hinder the organization’s functioning.
To support organizations in adopting direct internet access, Cisco Umbrella offers more than just DNS-layer security and threat intelligence.
Unleash the Power of Cloud Access Security Broker
Gain control over shadow IT and enhance cloud security with Cisco Umbrella’s Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) capabilities. Detect and report on unauthorized cloud applications, assess their risk levels, and take action to manage cloud adoption effectively and mitigate security risks.
Embrace the Future with Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Explore the revolutionary approach to networking and security with Cisco Umbrella’s Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution. Empower your organization with comprehensive access and security from edge to edge, including remote offices, roaming users, and the cloud. Simplify management, enhance security, and boost network performance with a trusted networking and security partner.
Comprehensive Security
It also includes a secure web gateway, firewall, and cloud access security broker (CASB) functionality, along with integration with Cisco SD-WAN, all accessible through a unified cloud security service. With these capabilities, Cisco Umbrella provides comprehensive and seamless security for businesses seeking to enhance their internet security posture.
Cisco employs a sturdy cybersecurity architecture to govern policy and standards for five critical functional areas, namely (1) security operations and monitoring, (2) identity and access, (3) security across applications, data, and infrastructure, (4) compliance monitoring, and (5) Security Information and Event Management (SIEM). Each of these areas has clear ownership and processes in place to ensure visibility and adherence to consistent procedures.
In Malaysia, Cisco Umbrella has been implemented by many companies to protect their businesses from cyber threats. They have observed significant benefits, including an improved security posture, reduced risk of data breaches, increased visibility and control over network activity, and simplified security management.
Cisco Umbrella has been deployed at various companies from a broad range of industries both locally & globally. From MNCs to SMEs. One of the companies that utilizes Cisco Umbrella is a Malaysian Consumer Packaged Goods organization with over 43,000 employees.
Globally, Cisco Umbrella is also used by other organizations such as a Communications company based in Italy, an Automotive company based in the United Kingdom, a Transportation company based in Australia, and several others.
As a Certified Cisco Gold Partner, Bridgenet is committed to providing the best-in-class cybersecurity solutions to protect businesses from malicious attacks. Our partnership with Cisco, and ISO/IEC certified, ensures that we have the expertise and resources to implement and manage Umbrella effectively.
With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, Bridgenet has served more than 280 clients across various industries, including manufacturing, medical, banking, oil and gas, and more. Our team of highly skilled professionals understands the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by different industries and can customize Umbrella’s security solutions to meet your specific needs.
Partnering with Bridgenet as your Cisco Umbrella solutions provider means you can rest assured that you have a trusted advisor to protect your organization against malware attacks. We offer 24/7 support and proactive monitoring to ensure that your systems are secure and running efficiently.
At Bridgenet, we are passionate about helping businesses stay ahead of the ever-evolving cybersecurity threats. Partner with us today and experience the peace of mind that comes with having a reliable cybersecurity provider partner on your side. Contact Bridgenet today to enhance your security posture.
