On the 10th anniversary since its launch, the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has published an Impact evaluation of the Cyber Essentials scheme.
The evaluation revealed that 82% of users express confidence in the technical controls established by the scheme to protect against common internet-based risks. Furthermore, 80% believe these controls help mitigate cybersecurity threats within their organisations, while 51% are confident that they help to mitigate risks in the supply chain more effectively. For over half of the respondents, 53%, Cyber Essentials serves as the sole external assurance of their cybersecurity, with 75% stating that the scheme has positively impacted their level of protection.
The survey also highlighted increased awareness among users, with 85% acknowledging enhanced understanding of cybersecurity risks and 88% recognising actionable steps to reduce them. In addition, 76% of users have implemented further preventative measures beyond those outlined in Cyber Essentials. The scheme has also improved senior management's understanding of cyber risks, with 86% of respondents confirming its positive impact.
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