Half of Irish firms have fallen victim to cyber crime in past five years

Survey of compliance professionals show how widespread phishing, ransomware, and online fraud have become

More than 97% of compliance professionals either have experienced or are worried about cyber crime targeting their organisation in Ireland, research published on Wednesday revealed.

More than 97% of compliance professionals either have experienced or are worried about cyber crime targeting their organisation in Ireland, research published on Wednesday revealed.

The national survey carried out by the Compliance Institute found that more than half of respondents - 51% - said their organisation has fallen victim to cybercrime such as phishing, ransomware, or fraud attempts within the past five years, with 6% suffering significant negative consequences.