TÜV NORD GROUP launches initiative to boost SME cybersecurity

The TÜV NORD GROUP has launched a new initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in improving their cybersecurity. The focus is on the CyberRisikoCheck, developed by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) together with Der Mittelstand, BVMW e.V. The subsidiary TÜVIT is listed with the BSI as a qualified IT service provider for conducting the CyberRisikoCheck. This process provides a structured assessment of a company's current IT security level and is intended to serve as an entry point for systematically improving information security. The check, based on DIN SPEC 27076, begins with a preliminary discussion, followed by a one- to three-hour interview to capture the current cybersecurity status. TÜVIT then evaluates the results and presents them in a report and presentation. According to TÜVIT, the check allows for a cost-effective initial assessment without requiring immediate comprehensive security measures. The results include concrete recommendations for action and information on potential government funding programs. "Early detection of security risks is crucial to identify vulnerabilities before they are exploited," explained Samantha Murmann, Product Manager for Data Protection & E-Health at TÜVIT. If weaknesses are identified, TÜVIT can provide further services, such as data protection gap analyses or penetration tests, aiming to give SMEs a structured foundation for expanding their cybersecurity strategy