Cybersecurity solutions for Hospitality and Tourism
Solutions to ensure the sun is always shining on your business.
Cybersecurity solutions for Hospitality and Tourism
Solutions to ensure the sun is always shining on your business.
Storm clouds are gathering.
The tourism industry is a vital part of the UK economy, offering unforgettable experiences to millions of visitors each year. However, the sector’s reliance on digital technologies makes it increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. Protecting sensitive customer data and ensuring seamless operations are essential for maintaining trust and delivering exceptional service.
Data Breaches: The Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 reported that 50% of businesses in the leisure and tourism sector experienced some form of cyber attack or breach [1]. These breaches often involved sensitive customer information, posing significant risks to privacy and trust.
Phishing Attacks: Phishing was the most common type of cyber attack, affecting 84% of businesses [1]. These attacks typically targeted staff through deceptive emails, aiming to steal credentials and access sensitive systems.
Ransomware: Ransomware attacks were a major threat, with several businesses reporting incidents that disrupted services and led to data loss [1]. These attacks can severely impact customer experience and operational efficiency.
Benefits
By prioritising cybersecurity, tourism businesses can create a secure environment that protects sensitive information, prevents financial loss, and maintains business continuity. Investing in cybersecurity is not just about protection—it’s about empowering the future of tourism.
Protecting Customer Data
Tourism businesses handle vast amounts of sensitive customer information, including payment details and personal data. Robust cybersecurity measures help protect this information from breaches and unauthorized access, ensuring privacy and compliance with regulations [1].
Preventing Financial Loss
Cyber attacks can lead to significant financial losses. In 2023, cyberattacks, fraud, and data leaks cost UK businesses, including those in the tourism sector, an estimated £11 billion [2]. Implementing strong cybersecurity protocols helps prevent such costly incidents.
Ensuring Business Continuity
Cyber threats like ransomware can disrupt operations, leading to downtime and loss of productivity. Effective cybersecurity strategies help maintain business continuity, ensuring that tourism services are delivered without interruption [2].
Upholding Brand Reputation
A cyber attack can severely damage a tourism business’s reputation, affecting customer trust and future business prospects. By prioritizing cybersecurity, tourism businesses can protect their reputation and demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding customer information [2].
Managing Third-Party Risks
Tourism businesses often work with third-party vendors, increasing exposure to cyber threats through the supply chain. Cybersecurity measures help manage these risks, ensuring that all external interactions are secure [1].
Solutions
Kyocera Cyber offers a range of cyber services that will protect data, infrastructure, staff and your reputation.
Managed Security Operations Centre.
Our state-of-the-art AI powered and hyper-automated Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) is the ultimate solution for robust cyber defence.
Operates 24/7, sniffing out threats and ensuring your digital environment is secure.
Managed Endpoint Detection and Response.
Protect your school against the latest cyberthreats with our Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (M-EDR) service.
Managed Phising Defence.
Our managed service tackles the challenges faced by IT teams in educating and maintaining cyber security awareness within schools.
Managed Backups.
Our Managed Backup Solution builds business resilience by offering a comprehensive service that takes the bite out of your backup challenges.
BaaS helps businesses dodge data loss and disasters by automating the backup and recovery process.
Incident Response.
Our Cybersecurity Incident Response services are designed to provide swift and decisive action, minimising damage and restoring normal operations as quickly as possible.
Threat management.
When threats strike, speed and expertise matter most. Our Cybersecurity Threat Response services are tailored to provide rapid, effective protection against emerging and ongoing cyber risks.