‘Tis the season to be cyber-secure! As cyber threats grow more cunning, businesses must ensure their digital defences are as sturdy as Santa’s sleigh. From ransomware Grinches to data-breaching Scrooges, the risks lurking in cyberspace are real—and the consequences of ignoring them can turn your holidays into a nightmare. But fear not! Just like stockings […]
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12 Risks of Christmas: Cybersecurity Lessons For Businesses
The holiday season is here—a time for celebration, connection, and, of course, business growth! As shoppers flock online and workplaces get festive, it’s also the perfect moment to ensure your cybersecurity defences are as strong as ever. With 63% of holiday purchases in 2021 and 2022 made online—and even more expected this year—it’s no wonder […]
Local authorities falling foul: lessons from cybersecurity breaches and how to stay protected
In recent years, UK councils have become prime targets for cybercriminals, with 2024 witnessing a surge in high-profile cyber-attacks. From ransomware encrypting sensitive data to distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks disrupting public services, local authorities are facing an ever-growing digital threat. Notable incidents include the Middlesbrough Council attack, which caused temporary website outages, and the Leicester […]
Breach vs Hack: What’s The Difference?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats, the terms “breach” and “hack” are all-too-often often used interchangeably when discussing cybersecurity, with many businesses using one term to describe the other, and putting a blanket precaution in place for both. In truth, there are subtle yet significant differences between the terms, and understanding the nuances […]
Crucial cybersecurity lessons for businesses from last year’s shopping season
The holiday season may be all about goodwill, but for cybercriminals, it’s also prime time for digital mischief. Last holiday season, while shoppers were busy looking for deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, cyber attackers were on the hunt too—seizing the season’s rush as the perfect moment to target businesses of all sizes. From […]
Understanding Angler Phishing: What You Need to Know
Nowadays we all like to think we know how to stay safe online – avoid dodgy links, spot suspicious emails… but is social media safety front of mind? Maybe not, and as a result a new type of threat is on the rise – angler phishing. While this may seem like another lavish name for […]
Cybersecurity should be a year-round focus: 12 tips to stay secure
Cybersecurity Awareness Month might come and go each October, but the need for vigilance remains constant. While a month dedicated to cybersecurity is a great chance to get your hands on a range of invaluable resources, learn some top tips, and spark inspiration to prioritise cybersecurity, limiting our attention to just one month can result […]
Neil Frost x BBC Merseyside: cybersecurity in football
Earlier this month, we discussed the significant role cybersecurity plays in the world of sports, particularly its effect on football clubs, fans, athletes, and employees. Building on that discussion, our CEO, Neil Frost, was invited to speak with Giulia Bould on BBC Radio Merseyside, shedding light on how cyber threats can impact all aspects of […]
Work vs Home vs Home Working – Cybersecurity Doesn’t Differentiate
There is no denying that working from home comes with a multitude of advantages: you save on commute costs, can have more control over your daily schedule, and can often be less formal – how many of us have taken a call from the comfort of our couch? There is no denying that the rise […]
Deepfakes and AI: What Now?
Over the past two decades, digital technology such as smartphones, computers and the internet have advanced at an unprecedented rate, with about 50% of the global population now using these tools to improve their lives in numerous ways. This surge has brought significant benefits, including enhanced connectivity, improved trade access, and greater financial inclusion. AI […]