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 […]
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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 […]
Free Shopping Season Pack 2024
The clocks have rolled back, the nights are long and dark, which means the end of the year is fast approaching and everywhere people are starting to look forward to the festive period. For some, this time of year is known as ‘Shopping Season’ as many retailers capitalise on days such as Black Friday and […]
The Cybersecurity Horizon: What to Expect in the Evolving Threat Landscape
As we head to the end of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the time has come to reflect and consider: just what might the future of cybersecurity look like, and what threats do we see developings on the horizon 2025? Cybersecurity is constantly changing, growing and evolving, and the idea of being able to predict the future […]
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 […]
Phishing Evolution in Recent Years
Phishing is one of the most common types of cybercrime, with around 3.4 billion phishing emails being sent every day. For many businesses, being targeted by this type of cybercrime is merely a matter of when, rather than if, and if the thieves are successful, the consequences can be devastating for your business. In the […]
Don’t fall foul of Cybersecurity in Football & Sports
In an age where technology drives nearly every aspect of our lives, the world of sports is no exception. Football clubs and sports organisations are increasingly reliant on digital platforms for everything from ticket sales to player analytics. While this digital transformation offers many advantages, it also exposes the industry to significant cybersecurity risks. Last […]