Expand Quote by David Lidington
“As our digitally connected world continues to expand, the inherent vulnerabilities in the systems we rely on provide ever greater opportunities for those who want to exploit them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary debate on cyber security, United Kingdom, 2020
The more interconnected our digital infrastructure becomes, the more attack surfaces appear for malicious actors to target.
In simple terms: Connected systems create more chances for hackers.
Strengthen defenses as networks grow.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate IT security
- personal data protection
- critical infrastructure
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance connectivity with security?
- What safeguards are most effective for large networks?
Complex interdependencies can hinder rapid response to breaches.