iGaming Cybersecurity: 25 Questions Every Operator Asks
iGaming cybersecurity is a specialist domain where general IT security advice often misses the mark. These are the questions operators actually ask — and the direct answers they need.
68% of iGaming operators report experiencing at least one significant cyberattack in the past 12 months.
Threat Questions
- Q: What is the most common cyberattack against online casinos? A: DDoS attacks by frequency; account takeover by financial impact.
- Q: How do attackers target our player accounts? A: Primarily credential stuffing (using breach databases from other sites) — automated tools test millions of username/password combinations.
- Q: What is ransomware double extortion? A: Attackers exfiltrate your data before encrypting it, then demand payment both to restore access and not to publish the data.
- Q: Are crypto casinos targeted differently than fiat casinos? A: Yes. Crypto casinos face nation-state attackers (Lazarus Group) targeting hot wallets. The attack sophistication is significantly higher.
Solution Questions
- Q: What does "attack surface management" mean? A: Continuously discovering and testing every internet-facing asset you have — so you know what attackers can see and exploit before they do.
- Q: Can BlackFog really stop a ransomware attack? A: BlackFog prevents the data exfiltration that makes double extortion possible. 100% of BlackFog's enterprise customers have remained free of successful ransomware since deployment.
- Q: What is third-party risk management and why do iGaming operators need it? A: Your vendors have privileged access to your player data. Third-party risk management (Panorays) monitors their security posture so their breach doesn't become your breach.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should an iGaming operator spend on cybersecurity?
The Gartner benchmark is 7–10% of IT spend on security. For iGaming operators in regulated markets, where the cost of a breach far exceeds the cost of prevention, the realistic minimum for a credible programme is £50K–£150K/year depending on size.
What is the difference between a firewall and endpoint security?
A firewall controls network traffic at the perimeter. Endpoint security (Coro) protects the devices themselves — laptops, phones, servers — including from threats that arrive via email and cloud applications, which firewalls don't see.
Do we need cyber insurance as well as cybersecurity tools?
Yes. Cyber insurance covers residual financial losses after an incident. Cybersecurity tools reduce the probability and severity of incidents. They are complementary, not alternatives. Most cyber insurers now require evidence of a security programme before issuing a policy.
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