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Mapping Cybersecurity Practices and Mental Models in Danish Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): A Comprehensive Study using Focus Groups⇤

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: In response to high cyber threats, this paper evaluates the cybersecurity landscape in Danish Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) within the defense and IT sectors, mapping perspectives from policymakers, business associations, and SMEs. By integrating quantitative surveys, qualitative focus groups, interviews, and scenario-based simulations, we aim to understand and address the vulnerabilities in these critical sectors. The objective is to evaluate the cybersecurity policies and practices in Denmark, proposing actionable strategies to Danish SMEs making them resilient and contributing significantly to national security. The findings from this study are intended to contribute to the discourse on usable security practices and their implications for business continuity and policy formulation within the SME context.

Source: University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)

Authors: Kankam-Boateng, Judith; id_orcid 0009-0003-8842-5862, Mayer, Peter; id_orcid 0000-0002-6267-4874, Peressotti, Marco; id_orcid 0000-0002-0243-0480

Institution: University of Southern Denmark

Language: English

Topic: Information and Cyber Security

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W4412212113

FWCI: 0.401

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