Defending Your Supply Chain
As recent headlines have detailed, the chain reaction from an attack on a singular supplier can compromise an entire network of providers causing significant distribution to operations. All businesses, regardless of size and sector, should be working to implement their own cyber security measures alongside protective measures which will respond and prevent potential supply chain attacks in the future, while also dampening their impact. In recent years the government has announced that IT service […]
Global Cyber Attacks Increased by 38% in 2022
The latest research from Check Point reveals that global cyber attacks increased by 38% in 2022 when compared to 2021. The research indicates that the increase in attacks can be attributed to smaller ransomware groups exploiting work-from-home tools and applications due following the worldwide shift as a result of theCovid-19 pandemic. Europe saw a 26% increase in cyber attacks last year when compared to […]
Be Aware of Scam Messages
Beware that cyber criminals often pose to be organisations that you know or trust, including your bank, online retailers or even family members. Scam messages used to be easier to spot with unusual email addresses or phone numbers, dodgy spelling or grammar and an uncommon tone within the message – but more recently scammers have become more sophisticated as adapting to the current climate. Always remain vigilant and […]
Keep Children Safe Online
As we start the new school term, we want to support families to stay safe and act responsibly when using technology at home. The Internet Matters website offers comprehensive interactive guides with step-by-step instructions for setting parental controls on various home devices, alongside a host of advice to help children get the most out of their digital world. To […]
Update Your Devices to Help Avoid Cyber Breaches
Heading into the New Year, Microsoft has warned millions of its Windows users with older software to update to a newer version or be at risk of cyber breaches. Support for Windows 8.1 is set to end on January 10th, which will leave many users without regular security updates and patches. In a statement, Microsoft Support said: “Microsoft […]
The Threat of Ransomware in 2023
In 2022, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) described ransomware, as ‘the most acute threat that businesses and organisations in the UK face’. Ransomware is a malicious programme written to encrypt data. If you become the victim of a ransomware attack you will be unable to read or access encrypted data without a decryption key. Typically, cyber criminals will offer the […]
Cyber Insurance
In a world where cyber threats are both varied and constantly changing, cyber insurance can help your organisation to get back on its feet, should something cyber-related go wrong. As well as minimising business disruption and providing financial protection during an incident, cyber insurance may help with any legal and regulatory actions after an incident. When purchasing an insurance policy, it is important to identify which attacks […]
Upcoming Cyber Security and Privacy Developments in 2023
Heading into 2023, you can expect to see the UK’s digital landscape shift as new rules come into force regarding cyber security, online content, and personal data. 1) The Online Safety Bill Offering online protection to children through policing the digital world, this bill aims to hold social media accountable for harmful material whilst protecting freedom […]
Managed Service Providers to Face New Cyber Security Laws
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in the UK will face new cyber security laws as the UK government updates its Network and Information Systems (NIS) regulations following Brexit. MSPs provide many IT services to businesses to include security monitoring and digital billing, which means that they often have greater access to customers’ IT networks. As a result, cyber criminals view […]
UK Introduces World-First Code of Practice to Improve Consumer Security Within App Market
A world-first Code of Practice has been introduced by the UK government to encourage app store operators and developers to prioritise cyber security to protect consumers. The Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) said that the new voluntary regulation includes requirements for those who sign up for it to have reporting procedures to flag issues and guarantee full […]