Category: Cyber Security

With the recent news from GCHQ that the UK is facing a “widening gap” in its ability to fight cyber threats, 2025 looks to be an increasingly tough year for cybersecurity experts

According to a new report, UK businesses encountered more than 753,341 malicious attempts each to breach their online and IT systems in 2024.

Technology is driving a digital revolution in construction, and with this hi-tech transformation comes new threats as firms are exposed to more sophisticated cyber risks than ever before.

A recent report by security firm Egress has highlighted the increasing role that quishing is playing in phishing attacks.

As the festive season comes to an end, cyber criminals and malicious actors are still poised, ready to strike on unsuspecting victims.

Warnings from security experts increase after reports of a staggering 26% rise in cyber attacks in quarter three of 2024.

Business owners and leaders are being urged to bolster their company’s email security practices to safeguard their operations and sensitive information.

A staggering 89 per cent of UK cybersecurity professionals believe that AI is more beneficial to cybercriminals than to defenders.

For employers, the challenge lies in balancing the flexibility of remote roles with the need for robust data protection.

Third-Party Cyber Risk Management is essential for a business partnering with external vendors. Read this to learn how to implement it in your retail business.

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and National Crime Agency (NCA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), designed to enhance cooperation and reaffirm their commitment to helping victim organisations.

ybersecurity breaches are a significant threat to a company's financial health and its reputation. While the immediate consequences of cybercrime often involve data loss, corrupted information, and compromised accounts, the long-term implications can be far more devastating.

IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach report has highlighted the increasing cost for organisations that suffer a data breach in the finance sector.

With an increasing reliance on technology, the protection of sensitive data and digital assets has become paramount for businesses of all sizes. The UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2023 estimates there were 2.39 million instances of cybercrime affecting UK businesses in the prior 12 months - and for small businesses, navigating the complex landscape of cyber threats can be daunting and confusing.

As the digital age evolves, the banking sector faces many cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive financial data and disrupt operations.

The financial sector thrives on trust and security. But with the ever-evolving landscape of digital banking, new banking risks emerge constantly.

In the modern banking landscape, speed and efficiency are not just desirable attributes—they are essential.

Cybersecurity has become a significant concern for businesses of all sizes. With the increasing number of cybersecurity threats, it's crucial to have robust security measures in place to protect sensitive data and systems.

Cybersecurity certificates are becoming increasingly important in today’s digital age. From boosting career opportunities to validating expertise in IT, there are many reasons why more and more people are gaining cybersecurity certificates to bolster their CV.

In today’s world where cyber threats are becoming increasingly complex and downright relentless, the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) toward cybersecurity strategies is a welcome advancement helping us protect our digital environments. Sophisticated machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics are empowering organizations to better predict, identify, mitigate and neutralize cyber threats quickly and far more accurately.

Cyber security expert Ian Dickenson from A1 SEO Glasgow delves into the potential reasons why Instagram and Facebook might go down, shedding light on the complexities of digital infrastructure and the implications for users and businesses alike.

Running a business isn't easy. Whether you're in the office five days a week or fully remote, security is often the last thing on your mind. But it should be. Expert Security UK explores why...

The cybersecurity threat landscape in the UK is steadily increasing, with half of businesses reporting either a breach or an attack in the last 12 months.

The experts at application security SaaS company Indusface have provided their specialist insight to help employers ensure their data remains safe with the increase in remote roles.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the skyrocketing Information Technology (IT) costs? In today's tech world, budgeting for IT feels like juggling chainsaws for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). 

By Angel Vossough, BetterAI.io Co-Founder & CEO Cybersecurity is undergoing a paradigm shift, transitioning from threat reaction to threat prediction and prevention. This change is set to be foundational to the industry, moving it toward security solutions that are more proactive than ever before. The incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity provides capabilities to […]

In the relentless battle against cyber threats, the rise of cyber threats presents an ever-growing challenge for individuals and organisations.

Cybersecurity has become an issue of paramount importance for businesses. But while most enterprise-level organisations are already in control of the primary cybersecurity threats one key area is largely overlooked: Third-party access to external social channels and ad accounts.

Fighting cybercrime is one of the biggest year-round challenges for UK businesses in the ever-changing digital landscape. Startling figures from the Government’s Cyber security breaches survey 2023 reveal a staggering 2.39 million cyberattacks and 49,000 instances of fraud occurred over a 12-month period, costing UK businesses an estimated £15,300 per victim. Charities were also heavily targeted, with 785,000 cybercrimes taking place as hackers attempted to steal passwords, financial information, and other personal data for their own nefarious gains.

Organisations all over the world have been leveraging the power of Windows operating systems ever since the first version – Windows 1.0 – was rolled out in 1985. Yet despite the regular release of newer and more secure versions, many organisations continue to use outdated systems that could leave them worryingly exposed to damaging cyberattacks and data security breaches.

Criminals successfully stole over half a billion pounds over a period of just six months in 2023 through fraud, according to new research from UK Finance.

Research carried out by cybersecurity experts ramsac indicates that human error is responsible for at least 90% of cybersecurity breaches, meaning businesses must do more to protect themselves against cybercrime.

Research carried out by cybersecurity experts ramsac indicates that human error is responsible for at least 90% of cybersecurity breaches, meaning businesses must do more to protect themselves against cybercrime. Unfortunately, around 20% of businesses still don’t have any form of cybersecurity training in place for their staff and rely only on readily available security […]

As an industry, interior design is rapidly growing. To keep up with demand and embrace new ways of working the industry is using innovative technologies and cutting-edge software to envision and deliver client requests. Though there are many gains from innovation, this increasing reliance on technology brings with it a very real threat: sophisticated cyber-attacks.

In today’s age of technology pervasion, news headlines are rife with stories of data breaches, the actions of opportunistic cybercriminals and the financial implications of poor security hygiene. The threat landscape is constantly expanding, and the ever-increasing data load for businesses means that there are more holes and vulnerable points in a company’s cybersecurity net than ever before.

ISACA, the leading global professional association helping individuals and organisations in their pursuit of digital trust, today launches new research looking at the state of cybersecurity.