This October, major corporations were hit with cyber tricks rather than treats! Air Europa, 23andme, Sony, and Lyca Mobile faced the scary reality of data breaches. Join us as we uncover how these companies were impacted and discover essential insights on how to protect your own business against similar cyber attacks. Let’s get into it. […]
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Free Shopping Season pack
It’s November, which means that shopping season is well and truly underway. With Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Christmas just around the corner, global online shopping habits are about to go into overdrive. To help you and your team stay safe, we’ve put together an indispensable resource pack designed to help you navigate the season, […]
The cyber risks of the Black Friday & Cyber Monday sales
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the perfect opportunities to grab someone special a unique gift at a discount. However, it’s also prime time for scammers. The rush to purchase presents under time pressure can also leave you more vulnerable, making you or your loved ones an easy target for cyber scams. With the Black […]
What you need to know from Microsoft’s ‘Digital Defense Report 2023’
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and, as is tradition, Microsoft has moved to release their Digital Defense Report. This year, they’re reporting on the period between July 2022 and June 2023, crunching the numbers and attempting to solidify an ever-changing threat landscape. The report, across 131 pages, touches on the state of cybercrime, nation-state threats, the […]
Why online training is the most cost-effective way to train your staff
In business, success hinges on the delicate balance between income and expenses, and when it comes to expenses, there are few more debated than that of employee training. In the current financial climate, it’s more important than ever to make employee training as cost-effective as possible whilst still regaining the same effectiveness. However, traditional training […]
Bob’s Business announces CyberLearn, our innovative in-house LMS
At Bob’s Business, we’re always striving to deliver outstanding training experiences to our customers. It’s been our goal since we were founded in 2007, and it’s as accurate in 2023 as it was all those years ago. Now, in what marks the sounding of the starting gun for our next phase of business evolution, we’re […]
This month in data breaches: September edition
September has left the building, but while the kids are (finally!) back in school, for many businesses, the headaches have only just begun. We speak, of course, about cybersecurity breaches. In this blog, we’ll look into how even the most security-conscious individuals and organisations can fall victim to cyberattacks – alongside sharing how your company […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 at Bob’s Business
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year is particularly special as we mark the 20th anniversary. Since 2003, the National Cyber Security Alliance has teamed up with the government and private industries to increase cybersecurity awareness in a bid to help users prevent cyber attacks. This year’s theme is “Secure Our World”, as it […]
Free Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 pack
It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re thrilled to announce the release of our Free Cybersecurity Awareness Month Pack! 🎉 This pack will equip you and your team with resources to enhance your cybersecurity awareness throughout October and beyond. Here’s what you’ll find in the pack: Ready to get started? Interact with the bot below to […]
What is social engineering?
When most people think of cyber threats, they picture complex coding and hackers exploiting software vulnerabilities. However, one massive threat is often overlooked and misunderstood – social engineering. But, what exactly is a social engineering attack? Picture a scenario where hackers don’t rely on cracking complex codes. Instead, they employ a different strategy: charm and […]