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Cyber security in accounting

Recognizing cyber attacks and acting correctly: security strategies and practical solutions

This training is held in German.
Cyber attacks are a risk that is growing exponentially in importance. If company-relevant data is hacked, companies are often suddenly unable to act. This training provides an insight into the topic of cyber security and an overview of the greatest potential threats, as well as proactive security strategies. You will learn how modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation can be used to detect and prevent attacks at an early stage. It also explains how a strong security culture can be established within the company. A realistic threat is simulated in an interactive case study and initial solutions for an emergency are developed.

Contents

Further training in accordance with AI Regulation Art. 4 for the obligation to provide evidence of AI competence

Introduction to cyber security

  • Overview of current threats and challenges in cyber security.
  • Important terms and concepts: Threat landscape, vulnerabilities, risks.

Principles of proactive security

  • Definition and importance of proactive security measures.
  • Comparison: proactive vs. reactive security strategies.

Development of an efficient safety culture

  • Establishing a safety culture within the organization.
  • Training and awareness programs for employees.

Technological solutions for proactive security

  • Use of modern technologies: AI, machine learning and automation.
  • Tools and platforms for threat detection and prevention.
  • What is behind ISMS, TISAX, DORA, NIS-2?

Case study: Successful implementation of proactive security measures

  • Presentation of various current attack and fraud scenarios.
  • Discussion of challenges and solutions within the company.

Management of cyber security risks

  • Identification and assessment of risks.
  • Risk mitigation and monitoring strategies.

Interactive group work "Ransomware attack case study"

  • Work on a fictitious scenario for an attack on the company.
  • Presentation of the results and discussion.

Learning environment

Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.

Your benefit

  • You will learn to understand current cyber threats and assess risks competently.
  • You will learn how proactive security strategies help to detect and prevent attacks at an early stage.
  • You will learn how to use modern technologies such as AI and automation in a targeted manner in order to discuss with experts experts on an equal footing.
  • By simulating a cyber attack, you will learn how to behave professionally in an emergency.

Methods

Keynote speech, discussions and direct exchange with the experts and among the participants, best-practice examples and recommendations for action.

Recommended for

Head of accounting and CFO, management, financial managers, senior executives and experts , particularly from accounting and controlling or IT.

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18.06.2026
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