Business Security News
What’s the best fit for your organisation – Cyber Essentials or ISO 27001?
Cyberattacks pose a significant threat to businesses, causing disruption ranging from financial losses to reputational damage and operational downtime. The increasing sophistication of cyber threats means organisations of all sizes must proactively safeguard their...
Are you leaving your business at risk from cyber threats?
According to the latest data from the UK Government’s Cyber security breaches survey, 58% of UK small businesses experienced a cyber attack in 2024. Other cyber security statistics from the 2024 survey are enlightening: There were 7.78 million cyber...
What are the five foundational security controls of Cyber Essentials?
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps organisations protect themselves from common cyber threats. It outlines five fundamental security controls businesses should implement to safeguard their systems and data. Adopting these measures allows a...
The Importance of Patch Management in Preparing for the End of Support for Microsoft Windows 10
On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10, marking a significant milestone for organisations still using this operating system. While Windows 10 has been a reliable platform for many businesses over the past decade, this end of support...
What is Personal Data? An In-Depth Guide For Businesses
Personal data plays a vital role in modern business. Whether it’s customer information, employee records, or supplier details, businesses rely on personal data to operate efficiently and build relationships. However, with the increased focus on privacy and data...
What is Shadow IT? Understanding the Hidden Threats to Your Business
Shadow IT is as shady as it sounds. When employees take IT matters into their own hands, such as using their personal computers for work or installing unauthorised software onto their computers, the business is at risk of cyber security threats. Shadow IT solutions...
Basic Business Resiliance – Maintain Multiple Bank Accounts to Protect Against Downtime
We often pretend it doesn't happen - but unfortunately it does - banks go down from time to time. They have scheduled downtime, system failures and mysterious unplanned outages that no-one really explains. The point is - they are imperfect and vulnerable like most...
Things You Can Do to Secure Your Business That are Free
Whilst we would always recommend protecting your business in every way possible, there are times when resources may be limited or deployment of new processes is slow and it's right to look for ways to improve security regardless. In fact, all of the things listed here...
The Shodan Search Engine: A Powerful Tool for Mitigating Security Risks
The internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, connecting us to endless sources of information and resources. However, with this convenience comes the risk of cyber attacks and security breaches. As technology advances, so do the methods used by hackers...