The UK government has recently announced a public consultation seeking views on three proposals aimed at striking a significant blow to the ransomware criminal business model. As outlined by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the consultation will consider three proposals: The ultimate goal is to protect UK CNI and the broader economy from the … Read more
Imagine trying to secure your home with a state-of-the-art alarm system while leaving a window open. This is the reality for many organisations today when it comes to their Operational Technology (OT) networks. Hackers have identified this gap and are increasingly exploiting OT systems, which are essential to industries such as energy, manufacturing, and transportation. … Read more
Recent headlines have highlighted a significant privacy violation involving Netflix, resulting in a €4.75 million fine by the Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA). The issue stemmed from Netflix’s failure to provide clear and sufficient information about how users’ personal data was processed between 2018 and 2020. The investigation revealed vague explanations of data use, sharing … Read more
Richard Horne, the head of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), warned that the threats to the UK are wildly underestimated by both individuals and organisations. He stated that a sharp rise in severe cyber incidents, including attacks on healthcare, transportation, and other critical sectors, has become more frequent, sophisticated, and intense, as highlighted … Read more
Microsoft recently announced its intention to eliminate passwords for over a billion users worldwide, marking a pivotal shift toward secure, passwordless authentication. In light of this, businesses need to recognise the importance of modernising their security systems, as traditional passwords are no longer sufficient to combat evolving cyber threats. In 2024, password breaches surged by … Read more
When most of us think about cyberattacks, we imagine sudden, chaotic events; a Company’s systems crashing, customer data being stolen, or ransomware demanding payment overnight. However, some of the most effective cyber threats are conducted by stealth, operating in the shadows for months without detection. These forms of attacks are often motivated by more capable … Read more
What is Social Engineering? Social engineering is among the most dangerous forms of cybersecurity attacks, often targeting psychological manipulation rather than technical systems. While advanced security systems protect software and hardware, these measures become ineffective when the human element is compromised. Social engineering is a cybersecurity concern for individuals and businesses alike, as it bypasses … Read more
Is your business safe from the increasing Software as a Service (SaaS) Attacks? If your company relies on cloud-based apps to manage day-to-day operations, you may unknowingly be sitting on a ticking time bomb. For many companies, it’s not a matter of if they’ll be attacked but when. Organisations utilising SaaS platforms to conduct their … Read more