The legal industry is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, with law firms holding vast amounts of sensitive client data. Ransomware attacks have surged, with 10 incidents hitting six different law firms in the first two months of 2023. Law firms face unique cybersecurity challenges due to their decentralized structures and use of personal devices.
Compromised data can lead to fraud and other crimes, while clients may lose trust. Proactive cybersecurity is essential for law firms, including ongoing staff training, strong access controls, data encryption, and secure backup systems.
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