How Weak is Your Password?
Weak and common passwords pose significant security risks, especially as more and more of us are increasingly living our lives online. But are you aware of how weak your passwords are? In this article, we discuss what a weak password is, list some of the most common passwords in the UK and explain how to […]
How to Avoid Cryptocurrency Scams
Cryptocurrency scams are becoming more common with the increased use of online currency. Scammers are broadening their skillset to attack victims in more ways than ever and then disappearing like nothing has happened. This is why it is important for you to learn what to look out for. So, how do you avoid cryptocurrency scams? […]
What is Recruitment Fraud?
Fraud is reaching epidemic levels in the UK and is becoming increasingly sophisticated; this includes employment and recruitment fraud. In this blog, we go into detail about the various types of recruitment fraud, the red flags to look out for in each case, and how to protect your business against them. So, first things first, […]
The Rise of Cyber Attacks Across UK Schools
According to a recent survey by Cantium Business Solutions, over three quarters (78%) of UK headteachers believe that their school faces an increased risk of being exposed to a cyber incident. Universities, schools and other education institutions often hold sensitive, personally identifiable information which makes them attractive to cyber criminals who are looking to make […]
Meet the New NEBRC Police Board Tackling cybercrime in the North East, Yorkshire and Humber
The new NEBRC board is made up of four current and retired law enforcement professionals and exists to officially govern the company. Following her retirement from the police last August, Rebecca Chapman has been appointed as civilian CEO, with three current policing professionals joining in chair and director roles to retain the police lead as […]
Spotting Business Fraud
Fraud can appear in many forms from fake documents to identify theft, which not only impacts you personally, but your business too. While fraud is not limited to the online world, the risk can be reduced through secure cyber security. In the past few years, it has been well documented that there has been an […]
SMEs and Sole Traders Mean Big Business for Hackers
SMEs and sole traders without large IT budgets are often seen as soft targets but there are cost-effective ways in which to protect your business. Here’s what you need to know: The most common forms of cyber attack are malware, ransomware, and phishing. Malware is an umbrella term for malicious software that aims to damage […]
Cyber Security Professionals Struggling to Keep up With Emerging Threats
According to new research by ISACA, 66% of cybersecurity professionals report their roles are more stressful now than five years ago. Contributing factors include escalating cyber threats, increased workloads, and the pressure to stay ahead of rapidly evolving technologies. Plus, Gartner estimates that nearly half of cybersecurity leaders will leave their roles by 2025 due to the mounting pressures […]
Watch Out! Business Targeted Scams to Be Aware of
The UK Government recorded that 50% of UK businesses faced a cyber attack in the last 12 months with fraudsters increasingly taking new opportunities to commit crime. Be aware! Below are some of the most recent and more prolific scams that you and your colleagues should be aware of: 1. Links tempting vouchers and discounts Cyber criminals are known to […]
How Does Cyber Resilience Work?
The prospect of a cyber attack on your business can be worrisome, but with an effective cyber resilience strategy, these worries can be reduced. The only question is: how does cyber resilience work and how would it benefit your business? Cyber resilience works when companies build an effective strategy to protect itself from, detect, respond […]