RadioCSIRT - How Digital Taxes Increase Cyber Risk: A Strategic Analysis (Ep. 28)

Episode Description:In this episode of RadioCSIRT, we examine how rising digital taxes are reshaping the cyber threat landscape. While taxation and cybersecurity may seem unrelated, the financial pressure created by digital taxes can significantly weaken organizational defenses — expanding the attack surface and creating opportunities for cybercriminals.This episode covers:• Budget impacts and the reduction of security capabilities• Growth of ransomware, phishing and legacy-system exploitation• Supply-chain weak points amplified by economic pressure• Case studies from the UK, Brazil and India• Key lessons for CISOs, SOC teams and policymakersA concise, fact-driven analysis designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to understand the economic forces influencing modern threat behavior.