Martin Wilson, Head of Student Services Reflects on North East Chamber of Commerce Cyber Security Event
On October 23 2024 cybersecurity experts, local businesses, and charity representatives gathered at the Great North Ambulance in Teesside for a North East Chamber of Commerce knowledge event. This initiative, sponsored by the North East Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC), aimed to educate local businesses on cybersecurity risks and practical protection tips. The NEBRC, a not-for-profit […]
Cost of Living Crisis Exploited by Cyber Criminals
According to CyberSmart, 47% of UK SMEs believe they’re at greater risk of a cyberattack since the onset of the cost-of-living crisis. Economic uncertainty has led to mistrust with 38% of leaders worrying about malicious insider threats from employees, while 32% are concerned about the potential for supply chain fraud. Recently, significant events such as the […]
IT and Cyber = The Chicken or the Egg?
While cyber and IT may seem distinct, they are interdependent functions and essential for protecting modern businesses. A well-maintained IT infrastructure is a strong foundation for cyber security, while robust cyber security measures safeguard IT systems from vulnerabilities and threats. Ageing, neglected IT systems can be exploited by attackers or fall victim to hardware failure. […]
Do Schools Need a Cyber Security Policy?
As a school or other place of education, you might think that you’re relatively safe from cyber attacks. Afterall, why would someone attack a school? What would they get out of it? In reality, schools are considerably more at risk than you’d think due to the amount of sensitive information on their networks. So, with […]
Spooky Cyber Security Tips to Stay Safe this Halloween
Given that National Cyber Security month ends on Halloween, we thought we’d put together some tips and hints to help you from being tricked by wicked fraudsters and your systems being possessed by malicious malware… Keep Your (PC) Pumpkin Patched To prevent bothersome bogymen from taking advantage of unpatched vulnerabilities and outdated anti-virus software, make sure your system is up to date and set to […]
How Can Fraud Be Prevented in a Company?
The idea of fraud can be worrisome, yet many SMEs prioritise growth, innovation and survival over cyber security and fraud prevention due to limited resources. However, this approach leaves businesses vulnerable and at risk of various complications in the long run. So, how can businesses prevent fraud? The best way to prevent fraud in an […]
How Do You Write an Effective Cyber Risk Assessment for a Small Business?
It can be easy to think that cyber criminals have no reason to attack small businesses. But, in reality, small businesses are at a greater risk of attack as they tend to be less prepared for one. So, with that in mind, how do you write an effective cyber security risk assessment for a small […]
Securing Your Business in October: National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Cybersecurity has never been more important than it is today and businesses must recognise the growing threat landscape and take steps to safeguard themselves. As October is known globally as National Cyber Security Awareness Month, this crucial initiative helps to raise awareness, so we’ll delve into the significance of this for businesses and give you […]
The Importance of Respond and Recover in Cybersecurity
Bondgate IT has long been advocates for a multi-layered, structured approach to cyber security. We find that the NIST framework—comprising Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover—presents this concept in a straightforward, comprehensible manner. Garry Brown, Managing Director of Bondgate IT, asserts, “Given current risks and often tight budgets, it’s crucial to focus on the respond and recover […]
NEBRC and Police and Crime Commissioner Announce New Funding for Local Schools to Improve Cyber Security
Jonathan Evison, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside Police has released new funding in partnership with the North East Business Resilience Centre (NEBRC), offering five-figure cyber security support to schools and educational institutions in the region. Schools across East Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire and Hull will be able to gain access to cyber security services such […]