Cybersecurity for cultural organizations
“We are happy to take the initiative for the cultural sector,” says Maaike Verberk, director of DEN. “Cybersecurity is also of great importance for cultural organizations. The digital data of, for example, collections, finances, or visitors, is interesting to cybercriminals! Many cultural organizations can be compared to SMEs in their operations. That’s why it’s great that we can launch the CyberSafe Check for Culture in close collaboration with the Digital Trust Center (DTC).”
CyberSafe Check for cultural institutions
Michel Verhagen, DTC manager: “It’s often thought that smaller companies, organizations, and institutions are not targets for cybercriminals. This is incorrect. The reality is that cyber attackers also prefer the path of least resistance. With a few simple measures, you can make it much harder for them to infiltrate digitally. The CyberSafe Check for cultural institutions helps with this. It provides you with an action list with clear instructions to get your basic security in order - starting today.”
Verhagen: “It’s satisfying to see that we can now reach specific groups of organizations in addition to small entrepreneurs. After making minor adjustments to the CyberSafe Check for SMEs and freelancers, the CyberSafe Check has been tailored for the cultural sector. This is a great example of reusing a good tool while adding relevance for the recipient.”
Protect your organization; take the CyberSafe Check!
Cultural organizations such as theaters, museums, music venues, festivals, libraries, and heritage institutions can start using this cyber scan today to identify where basic security can be improved. After completing a short questionnaire, the CyberSafe Check provides concrete measures in a clear action list. Of course, it includes understandable tips on how to get the basics in order at your cultural organization.
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