Have you considered how secure your HR data really is? With 60% of cyberattacks now targeting HR and payroll systems, organisations need to rethink their approach to protecting employee data. When cybersecurity is discussed, the focus is usually on IT networks, finance systems, or customer data. But a new front is emerging in the battle against cybercrime – HR systems.
HR platforms hold a goldmine of sensitive data:
Yet, many companies still treat HR security as an afterthought, leaving it vulnerable to cyberattacks. The recent UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) payroll breach is a wake- up call – if an organisation of that scale can be targeted, so can yours. This breach exposed sensitive payroll and banking data of military personnel, causing widespread disruption and security concerns.
HR systems are often considered administrative tools, but in reality, they handle some of the most sensitive business information. Hackers are increasingly exploiting weak security in outdated HR platforms to access payroll data, manipulate records, or steal employee identities.
Key Cybersecurity Risks in HR Systems:
Would you know if your HR data was already compromised? Many companies only discover breaches after the damage is done.
The UK MoD payroll system breach compromised sensitive personal details of military personnel. While the investigation is still ongoing, the incident highlights the growing risk of cyberattacks targeting HR data.
Other high-profile HR system breaches have affected:
The reality is simple: No organisation is immune, but proactive security measures can make all the difference.
SAP SuccessFactors is trusted by governments, military organisations, national banks, and Fortune 500 companies – institutions that simply cannot afford security failures. But despite its enterprise-grade security, it remains affordable for smaller businesses.
Many assume that a highly secure HR system comes with an enterprise-sized price tag, but that’s a myth. Jigsaw Cloud specialises in delivering SAP SuccessFactors at a competitive price point for growing businesses – providing world-class security without enterprise-level costs.
How SAP SuccessFactors Protects HR Data:
- End-to-End Encryption: All employee data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
- Strict Global Compliance: Adheres to ISO 27001, GDPR, and industry-specific
security standards.
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Adds an extra layer of security to prevent
unauthorised access.
- Continuous Threat Monitoring: Uses AI-driven analytics to detect and prevent
security breaches before they happen.
- Role-Based Access Controls: Ensures only authorised personnel can access
specific HR data.
In today’s cyber landscape, HR security is no longer just an IT issue – it’s a business-critical priority. The cost of a breach goes beyond financial loss - it damages employee trust, corporate reputation, and legal compliance.
The world’s most security-conscious organisations trust SAP SuccessFactors to protect their HR data – shouldn’t you?
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