The good, the bad and the ugly of cybersecurity statistics (2021 edition)

At Bob’s Business, we’re at the very forefront of organisational cybersecurity training and simulated phishing training. Making training entertaining, engaging and effective is what we do. In order to make training truly effective, however, we need to understand the cybersecurity habits, behaviours and assumptions that underpin behaviours across organisations. It’s why we created the Human […]

Why every organisation should be ISO 27001 certified

How can you give partner organisations and customers greater confidence in the way they interact with your business, and assure the reliability, security, and integrity of your systems and information? The answer: ISO 27001 certification. ISO 27001 certification is an important standard for most organisations with an ISMS (Information Security Management System), but what is […]

What you need to know about anti-bribery training

When you think of bribery, you might think of bent coppers (thanks, Line of Duty). Or, you might imagine shady political deals and cash-lined handshakes. The reality for the vast majority of businesses and organisations, however, is much more prosaic – though no less insidious. Bribery is, in fact, extremely commonplace. Why? Simply because many […]

These Two Elements Create Devastatingly Effective Phishing Emails

Phishing emails remain one of the biggest threats facing both individuals and organisations online. According to analysis from Verizon, 90% of all cyber security incidents and breaches in 2017 included a phishing element, and 76% of organisations experienced a phishing attack. Of course, not all phishing emails are created equal, ranging from broad attacks around […]

Small business cybersecurity training: Is it worth investing in?

We’re lucky enough to speak to hundreds of organisations every single month, and often hear the same question asked: ‘Is small business cybersecurity training worth it?’ Whilst cybersecurity attacks might seem like a big business problem, the reality for small organisations is stark. 19 seconds from now a small business in the UK will be […]

Identity Theft: What is It and What Can You Do to Stop It?

When we think of theft, we tend to think of our belongings like wallets, purses, smartphones, tablets and laptops. But there’s nothing more precious that can be stolen than your identity. It can’t be snatched out of a bag or swiped from a table whilst we aren’t looking, but careless behaviour can result in your […]

What Were the Most Common Passwords in 2020?

Feel like you have more passwords than you’ve had hot dinners? You’re not alone. With studies showing that the average person has 100 passwords, we’re all managing an ever-growing arsenal of passwords. Choosing the perfect password, however, can feel like an arduous task, and often leads us into creating the; quickest, easiest, most memorable passwords […]