How Can You Promote Cyber Security Awareness in the Workplace?
Cyber security is becoming more and more important in the modern online world. People have to be hyper-vigilant of potential threats and know how to mitigate the risks associated with these threats. That being said, some are more aware than others. So how do you promote cyber security in the workplace with a range of […]
Are Your Social Accounts Safe? How to Avoid Getting Hacked on Social Media
How often do you see your friends and family getting hacked on social media? Have you ever been hacked? Social media hacking is increasingly becoming more common, yet many people aren’t aware of how to protect themselves online. In this blog, the experts at NEBRC take you through some of the most common ways in […]
Does a VPN Stop You From Being Hacked?
As a small business or freelancer, you may be seeking ways of protecting yourself from being hacked, especially on public WiFi. Cyber attacks are becoming more advanced in the current digital landscape so it is important to take the correct measures to protect yourself and your private information. So, can a VPN stop you from […]
Cyber Security Warning for Recruiters and Jobseekers
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has issued a warning to those working in recruitment as well as jobseekers to be aware of the signs of employment ad scams that could leave victims out of pocket and at risk of identity fraud. Fraudsters are trying to deceive job seekers into paying up-front for non-existent DBS checks, particularly during peak recruitment periods. Job hunters […]
CRC Network & NEBRC Alumni Student Announced as National Cyber Awards Finalists
We are proud to announce that the North East Business Resilience Centre, as part of the CRC Network and our alumni student Jack Gooday are finalists in this year’s National Cyber Awards. The awards are a prestigious event, now in their sixth year which recognise outstanding contributions and achievements in cybersecurity. As digital threats continue to […]
Who’s Watching Your Business?
How to best manage the growing issue of cyber crime Today, with the advantages that technology gives us in terms of organisation, efficiency and effectiveness, most businesses are dependent on technology for managing communication, creating and storing files and accessing financial information, and much of this is done online. But with this come risks, from basic Phishing to complex cyber attacks and with them, […]
What is Email Spoofing?
Email spoofing is a type of cyber-attack whereby the attacker sends an email that appears to be from a legitimate source, but it’s not. The sender may use a fake email address, display name, or other details within the email header to deceive the recipient into believing that the message is from a trusted source. There are many reasons […]
NEBRC 2024: A Reflection on Our Work to Date and Focus for the Future
By Supt Rebecca Chapman, NEBRC Director What an amazing 4 years we have had. As we move into our fifth year of trading and perhaps our biggest ever year for delivery of student services we have much to reflect upon. Cyber crime and fraud remain a key and very real threat for businesses, with the […]
Social Engineering Warning for SME’s
The UK government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 has revealed that 50% of small firms and 70% percent of medium-sized businesses suffered a cyber-attack in the past year. These businesses are being warned to watch out for scammers who are targeting restaurants and local businesses through social engineering, which gives criminals access to sensitive data and customer information. Social engineering is where cyber criminals use tried and tested […]
Watch Out! QR Code Scams
QR codes have been around since the 90s, although in the UK they really came to prominence during COVID lockdowns where they were used for everything from ordering food to indicating vaccination status. They work when the user scans them via a digital device, usually a smartphone. They are widely used for quickly directing users […]