● Cybersecurity Guide
What Is Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is the set of technologies, processes, and best practices designed to protect networks, devices, applications, and data from cyberattacks, unauthorized access, and damage. In a world where global cybercrime costs exceed $10.5 trillion annually and European organizations face increasingly strict regulations such as the NIS2 Directive, implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy is no longer optional—it is a business imperative.
Definition and Core Pillars of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity—also referred to as IT security or information security—includes all measures an organization implements to safeguard its IT systems, networks, digital assets, and users from digital threats. It goes far beyond installing antivirus software or a firewall. Effective cybersecurity requires a holistic strategy that integrates people, processes, and technology.
At its foundation lies the CIA triad:
A breach in any of these pillars can result in financial losses, operational disruption, regulatory penalties, and reputational damage.
The Current Cybersecurity Landscape in Numbers
Cybercrime represents one of the greatest risks to the global economy. Attack sophistication has increased significantly due to generative AI, expanded digital footprints, remote work, and IoT adoption.
The average number of weekly cyberattacks per organization has risen dramatically in recent years. Identity-based attacks now represent approximately 30% of corporate intrusions, making stolen credentials the most common entry point.
For European companies, regulatory pressure adds further urgency. Compliance frameworks such as NIS2, GDPR, and national cybersecurity laws demand measurable risk management and incident reporting processes.
Most Common Types of Cyberattacks
Understanding cyber threats is the first step toward building an effective defense strategy.
Layers of Cyber Defense (Defense-in-Depth)
Modern cybersecurity strategies rely on a defense-in-depth model. Instead of relying solely on perimeter protection, organizations deploy multiple complementary security layers. This approach is essential in hybrid work environments, distributed cloud architectures, and IoT ecosystems.
The NIS2 Directive: Europe’s Cybersecurity Framework
The NIS2 Directive (Network and Information Security 2) is the most ambitious cybersecurity legislation introduced by the European Union. It significantly expands the scope and requirements of its predecessor.
Who Is Affected?
NIS2 applies to organizations across more than 18 critical and essential sectors, including energy, healthcare, finance, transport, digital infrastructure, public administration, manufacturing, and space. It affects medium and large enterprises (50+ employees or €10M+ annual turnover), as well as their technology providers and supply chain partners.
Key Obligations
Organizations must implement risk management measures including:
- Cyber risk assessments
- Incident detection and rapid reporting
- Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Supply chain security management
- Executive-level cybersecurity training
Penalties for non-compliance can reach €10 million or 2% of global annual turnover, with direct accountability for senior management.
Companies already aligned with ISO 27001 or national cybersecurity frameworks will have a strong foundation but may need to enhance supply chain and incident reporting processes.
Evolution of Cybersecurity: From Firewalls to XDR
Cybersecurity has evolved dramatically over the past decades. Security has shifted from reactive and perimeter-focused to predictive, AI-driven, and identity-centric.
Teldat’s be.Safe Portfolio: Cybersecurity Made in Europe
Teldat, a European technology leader with more than 40 years of experience in networking and cybersecurity, has developed the be.Safe portfolio—a modular, scalable cybersecurity suite fully integrated with its SD-WAN platform.
Designed for organizations of all sizes, be.Safe enables a progressive security approach without replacing existing infrastructure.
Core Solution
Advanced Threat Detection
Key Advantages
✓ Native SD-WAN integration
✓ Centralized management (CNM)
✓ Hybrid deployment (on-prem + cloud)
✓ Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)
✓ Cybersecurity Made in Europe
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
❯ What is cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity protects networks, systems, and digital data from cyber threats, based on confidentiality, integrity, and availability principles. It includes technologies, processes, and best practices to safeguard organizational assets.
❯ What are the most common cyberattacks?
Malware, ransomware, phishing, DDoS attacks, supply chain attacks, zero-day exploits, and credential theft. In 2025, AI-powered attacks are emerging as a significant threat vector.
❯ What is NIS2?
A European cybersecurity directive requiring risk management, incident reporting, and executive accountability for essential and important entities across critical sectors.
❯ How much does cybercrime cost globally?
Approximately $10.5 trillion annually, making it one of the largest economic threats worldwide. The average cost of a single data breach exceeds $4.44 million.
❯ What is the difference between cybersecurity and information security?
Information security protects all information (digital and physical). Cybersecurity focuses specifically on digital systems and networks from electronic threats.
