What the new Cyber Essentials requirements mean for your business
Increasing interconnectedness has made cybersecurity knowledge essential for individuals and businesses alike. In the United Kingdom, the Cyber Essentials scheme is a Government backed project that exists to help organisations become more aware of the modern problems of the cyber world. This is a certification that you can receive which will be able to help […]
Key Differences Between Spam and Phishing
While the internet has many benefits for modern businesses, there are also some issues to be aware of within the online space. With this, it’s vital to be aware of the malicious actions that a bad-faith actor can take to, at worst, damage your company. Emails are one of the most vulnerable points at which […]
Common Mobile Device Management Challenges and How to Solve Them
Whether it’s simply to take calls on the go or to send and receive important information while away from the desk, mobile devices are part of every business’s workflow — and are part of the transition into the hyperconnected, technological future. These powerful devices have significant challenges for any business, however. These challenges are incredibly […]
What is Microsoft Enterprise Mobility + Security? Your Guide to EM+S
In the modern business landscape, it can seem difficult to know which technologies are the best to enable your company to prosper. However, Microsoft Enterprise Mobility + Security (EM+S) is one of the most essential suites for any modern business. With its many security features and included tools, EM+S is one of the best packages […]
Top Cybersecurity Considerations for Accountancy Firms
Cybersecurity is the most pressing concern for businesses operating in our modern, digital landscape. This is especially true for the finance and accountancy industry. Financial data could be compromised due to data breaches, and operational downtime caused by cyber-attacks could be costly for accountancy firms. In fact, IBM estimates that the average cost of a […]
The 2023 Guide to MDM and MAM with Microsoft Intune
In the last year, 82% of businesses have allowed employees to work using their own devices, as part of a BYOD program. Such a program has benefits for businesses and employees alike, with businesses saving £280/year by not offering work-issued devices, and allowing employees to carry a single device. However, when considering the array of […]
What is a Zero-Day Exploit? How to keep your business protected
As technology has advanced over the last few decades, the world has seen cybersecurity and cyberwarfare become one of the largest looming threats to any organisation, business, or even country. With large-scale exploits being discovered under the skin of some of the most terrifying places in the world, ‘zero-day exploits’ have become one of the […]
Why your business needs a holistic security solution
There’s no doubt that businesses need to invest in strengthening their security posture in 2023. On average, in the past year, businesses increased their cybersecurity budget by 5.2%. However, even with this increase in spending, 39% of UK businesses identified a cyberattack. When business leaders hear of large-scale cyberattacks, such as the outbreak of Lapsus$ […]
Hacking Humans: How to protect against social engineering attacks
Over time, as cybersecurity solutions have become more effective, low-effort, high-volume cyberattacks are no longer successful for bad actors. In 2021, Microsoft was able to block over 9.6 billion malware threats and more than 35.7 billion phishing emails. This increase in effectiveness is in part due to the advancements in AI technology used within modern […]
EDR vs MDR vs XDR: What’s right for your business?
In our digital, interconnected world, cybersecurity remains one of the biggest concerns for businesses of any size. PwC found that nearly 64% of UK CEOs are concerned about how cyber threats could harm their ability to sell products and services. A modern business must take proper account of its cybersecurity. A key tenet of any […]