Digital environments are the connected tools, systems, and services a business relies on to operate online. They can include cloud platforms, business applications, networks, websites, devices, and the data exchanged between them.
Because these components support everyday operations, weaknesses or outages can affect availability, expose information, or disrupt business continuity. In real attacks, criminals may target accounts, devices, or online services to gain access or interrupt operations. Defenses include keeping systems updated, controlling access, protecting data with backups, monitoring for suspicious activity, and preparing an incident-response plan.