Information technology (IT) describes all forms of technology which involve any kind of electronic data. Anything related to computer hardware, software, or networks used to store, create, secure, exchange, or access digital data can be classified as IT.
IT Security Act: Software Updates Are Now Required by Law in Germany
Safeguarding critical information technology has been mandatory in Germany since 2017. With the coming into force of the IT Security Act, website owners have to ensure that websites are safe at all times. If you’re running an outdated TYPO3 version, consider opting for Extended Long Term Support.
Read moreIT Security Laws in Europe Get Serious
With cybercrime growing in severity and persistence, governments across the globe are prioritising new laws and regulations. In Germany and the European Union, three new laws have recently been passed. They aim at avoiding financial loss and maintaining a high standard of information technology (IT) security.
Germany Tightens IT Security
German government has passed a new IT security law, the so-called "IT-Sicherheitsgesetz". With the coming into force of the IT Security Act, website operators have to ensure that websites are safe at all times. If you’re running an outdated TYPO3 version considering opting for Extended Long Term Support.