Cyber security toolkit for retail

As part of its strategy to increase cyber resilience amongst retailers, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has worked alongside experts at the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, to develop a toolkit which supports business leaders to take steps to reduce the threat of a successful attack.

The Cyber Resilience Toolkit for Retail is an actionable guide specifically designed for non-cyber experts, such as Board members, those in senior strategic roles, and start-up businesses. It highlights the threats faced by retailers, key questions to consider when developing cyber resilience strategies, and guidance on the types of protections retailers should implement. The toolkit outlines recommended actions for retailers in:

• Preventing breaches through stronger protections
• Preparation to mitigate the impact of a successful breach
• Recovering after a cyber attack
• Developing and embedding a positive cyber resilience culture at Board level