Cyber Security

The Benefits of Endpoint Security No matter how big an organisation is, institutions of all sizes are at risk of security threats, including insider threats, nation-state hackers, and organised criminals. Endpoint security is a cyber security practice that helps organisations keep their network safe and secure.  Endpoint security involves securing the endpoints of end-user devices, […]

In spite of rigorous security efforts by organisations, threat actors are finding innovative methods to exploit business data. Businesses of all sizes face the challenge of safeguarding their sensitive data, critical systems, and operational continuity. Considering ‘half of businesses (50%) report having experienced some form of cyber security breach or attack in the last 12

External Threats In Cyber Security: A Guide The external threats organisations are facing are growing exponentially.  Advances in technology are enabling cyber criminals to orchestrate highly targeted cyber attacks to gain access to systems, networks, and sensitive data. Estimations have shown that ‘cyber crime will cost the world economy USD 10.5 trillion per year by

As individuals, businesses, and governments become more reliant on technology, they also become more vulnerable to many cyber threats. Effectively defending against these threats requires a deep understanding of threat actors, including their motivations and their tactics. So, what are the different types of threat actors?  Essentially, a threat actor is an individual or group

6 Of The Most Common Types Of Cyber Attacks Cyber attacks can target a number of victims, from individuals to enterprises and even governments. Many businesses are not immune to cyber attacks, even when their software is tight, largely because cyber attacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated. In fact, ‘an estimated 22% of businesses

5 Emerging Trends In Cyber Security  Cyber security is a fast-moving industry, and the cyber threat landscape is ever-evolving. Cyber threat actors are becoming increasingly sophisticated, particularly as technology advances. As such, trends and threats are emerging rapidly, and businesses must adapt to find innovative solutions to combat them and protect their assets. Emerging trends

Organisations face many types of cyber threats that pose great security risks. The UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 estimates that half of businesses report facing a security breach or attack in the last 12 months. At 70%, this figure is even greater for medium enterprises and larger businesses at 74%.  With ransomware attacks,

Phishing is a form of cyber crime where cyber criminals send spam messages to individuals and organisations. These messages contain malicious links encouraging targets to click links to spam websites or download malicious software.  Phishing messages were commonly emails, but have since grown to include text messages, deceptive websites, phone calls, and social media posts. 

Businesses use access management solutions to verify and validate access to applications and IT systems. They aim to improve security by strictly managing access to IT infrastructure, applications, and services that are cloud-based and on business premises.  Access management solutions are generally delivered as a part of an IAM (identity and access management) solution. This

Organisations regularly take steps to prevent external cyber attacks, but insider threats can be just as damaging to a business’ security and reputation. So, what are insider threats and why are they bad for organisations? Essentially, insider threats are cyber-attacks which come from inside a company.  Insider threats may involve previous or current employees, business partners, or