[RadioWeek 2026] Day 3 - Cybersecurity in Radio: Challenges, Strategies, and Real-World Lessons

Key Points

• Cybersecurity threats are increasingly sophisticated, targeting not just large organizations but also smaller radio stations through techniques like phishing and exploiting vulnerabilities in IP-based systems.
• Effective cybersecurity requires a multi-layered approach, including basic measures like endpoint protection and multifactor authentication, as well as advanced strategies such as penetration testing and regular vulnerability scanning.
• Being prepared with a comprehensive business continuity plan and regularly updating it is crucial; this includes having offline backups, practicing incident response, and ensuring management commitment to cybersecurity measures.