As IT team staff and resources dwindle, many companies are postponing key tasks like updates, audits, or backup testing until their return. This laxity, coupled with remote access from public networks in hotels, airports, or coffee shops, opens fertile ground for cybercriminals.
Phishing, for example, finds its perfect moment during this season. Emails pretending to be from airlines, booking platforms, or banks become especially convincing when they appeal to the urgency of a trip or a reservation confirmation. And when combined with previously leaked personal data, the deception can be almost foolproof.
Furthermore, we cannot ignore risks such as ransomware—which can completely paralyze a business if there is no well-defined response plan—or the loss of devices containing sensitive information.
The solution doesn't lie solely in technology. Despite measures such as multi-factor authentication, VPNs, and backups, which are essential, the real weakness remains the human factor. A click on the wrong link or a shared password can put an organization at risk. Therefore, ongoing awareness, practical training, and real-life drills are essential. An attentive and prepared workforce is the best first line of defense.
Cybersecurity in the summer isn't optional. It's precisely when we need to be most vigilant. Because even when we're on vacation, cybercriminals never rest.
Belén Ferreiro
Cybersecurity Business Manager
Altia
