A major cyber attack, especially one involving ransomware, can hit your business hard. We’re talking about costs of around £3,000 per staff member just to get your IT systems back up and running. And that’s not even counting the lost business. On average, companies are looking at 14 or more working days of downtime. That’s…
Keeping your business safe from cyber threats is a big job, and one of the best ways to start is by checking all your devices for outdated or insecure software. Think about old versions of programs like Adobe that might still be lurking on computers – these often have serious security holes that hackers love…
A cyber incident isn’t just an IT issue; it can bring your entire business to a halt. That’s why leadership, including the board of directors, needs to treat cyber risk with the seriousness it deserves. It’s one of the biggest threats an organisation faces today, and taking responsibility for it is key. Key Takeaways Conduct…
This week, a massive leak of 16 billion passwords came to light, and it’s a stark reminder that your personal and business information might already be out there. It’s a bit unsettling, isn’t it? Knowing that your details could be floating around on the dark web is not a great feeling. What You Need To…
In today’s digital world, keeping your organisation safe from online threats is a big deal. A recent security report highlights that the most effective defence might be simpler than you think: training your own team. Your staff, right up to the board, can act as a ‘human firewall’, spotting and stopping dangers before they cause…
Imagine your business grinding to a halt for over two weeks. That’s the reality many companies face after a cyber incident. It’s not just about losing a few days of work; it could mean the end of your business entirely. While cyber insurance is important, it’s not a magic bullet. You need to actively manage…
During an era of digital transformation, data and security are king. That is why, as cyber threats evolve in this age of digital transformation, businesses need to be prepared. Credential theft has become one of the most damaging cyber threats facing businesses today. Whether through well-crafted phishing scams or an all-out direct attack, cybercriminals are…
Create a Disaster Recovery Plan You Can Actually Use in an Emergency – In the Next 5 Minutes Cyber incidents are now the biggest risk to your business, followed closely by artificial intelligence and how criminals are using it. Yet most small businesses have no plan at all. Let’s fix that in the next 5–10…
Key Takeaways: Fix the Basics First: A penetration test on a poorly configured network is a waste of money. Address foundational security gaps — patching, MFA, admin rights, email filtering — before commissioning a pen test. Pen Testing ≠ Vulnerability Scanning: A vulnerability scan is automated and tells you what weaknesses exist. A pen test…
Yesterday, a significant internet outage affected many users, with major services like Google and Cloudflare experiencing downtime for several hours. This event highlights the fragility of our interconnected digital world and prompts a look at the underlying causes and potential business impacts. Key Takeaways The outage was likely caused by a change in Google’s API…