How Has AI made it Harder Than Ever to Spot Scams?
With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) it’s becoming extremely difficult to spot scam messages, in this blog we discuss this threat and discuss some tips to you safer from AI related scams. Online criminals are using AI-to create highly convincing narratives to deceive unsuspecting victims. One of the most common uses for AI is […]
NEBRC Completes Cyber Security Project to Support Yorkshire Businesses
Strengthening Local Business Resilience and Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap The North East Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its project, “Strengthening the Local Business Community Resilience to Cyber Incidents and Reducing the Regional Cyber Skills Gap” made possible through funding from Innovate UK part of UK Research and Innovation within […]
The Effect on SMEs Following a Rise in Impersonation Scams
In 2025, impersonation scams have escalated in both sophistication and frequency, largely due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technologies. These scams involve fraudsters posing as trusted individuals or organisations to deceive victims into divulging sensitive information or transferring funds. According to the UK Finance Annual Fraud Report 2024, total losses due to impersonation scams amounted […]
NEBRC Case Study: Charities and CiC’s
Charities and Community Interest Companies (CiCs) across the North East and Yorkshire are increasingly approaching the NEBRC for support and understanding relating to cyber security. One such CiC was keen to understand if they were doing everything possible to safeguard the ‘personally identifiable data’ of the vulnerable people they work with. To meet this need, […]
Watch Out! WhatsApp Employment Scams
How to spot fraudulent activity and avoid falling victim: warning issued to job applicants about an emerging cybercrime trend targeting candidates Policing and cyber experts at the NEBRC (North East Business Resilience Centre) are urging businesses, recruiters and job hunters to remain alert, due to an emerging cyber threat targeting the job market. Cybercriminals often […]
Cyber Security Made Simple: Secure your Business with Cyber Essentials
Cyber security threats are on the rise, and no business is too small or too large to face the risks. Our trusted expert partners, Citation Cyber explore how the Cyber Essentials certification can help protect your organisation. From defending against common threats to boosting confidence and resilience, discover how this Government-backed scheme, along with Citation […]
12 Cyber Security Trends SMEs Should be Aware of in 2025 and Beyond
This year is set to be one of the most interesting for cybersecurity professionals and small businesses in the North East, Yorkshire and Humber region. Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and small businesses need to be prepared. Our cybercrime and prevention experts here at the NEBRC, along with our Board and Cyber Essentials Partner […]
What is a Man in the Middle Attack?
A Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) cyber attack is where a hacker intercepts communication between two parties and alters or steals the information being transmitted, without either party knowing. This potentially allows the attacker to steal information being exchanged, such as login credentials, payment details, or confidential business data. This attack works by intercepting communication between two parties […]
Cyber Security Threats in the Professional Services Sector
Cyber security is an essential aspect of any industry in today’s world. Our increased reliance on technology has seen online threats take advantage of that reliance, meaning that organisations must remain vigilant and ensure correct measures are in place to help protect their systems, reputation and most importantly, data. A recent study indicates that 88% […]
Protect Your Online Accounts from Hackers and Enable 2SV
Action Fraud issue new warning about social media and email account hacking as new data is revealed. This year Action Fraud and Meta are encouraging the public to protect their social media and email accounts as data shows there were more than 35,000 reports made last year. Data shows there was a rise of social […]