Data Protection

In today's digital age, where organisations heavily rely on technology and data, ensuring strong Cyber Security practices is paramount, and one often overlooked aspect, is the departure of staff members. The departure of an employee can introduce vulnerabilities and risks if not handled properly. Establishing a well-defined process for staff departures is crucial not only for maintaining operational continuity but also for safeguarding sensitive information from potential cyber threats. Chris White, member of International Cyber...

Business broadband is a type of connection which can support business needs and allow connectivity for multiple employees. Offices and workspaces which require large-scale internet access will typically require a business broadband service for their connection needs. Who is Business Broadband For? Business broadband is recommended for business spaces which have more than 10 employees, so that everyone can get online and benefit from a stable internet connection. What Does Business Broadband Include? Business broadband...

Cybersecurity has become an indispensable aspect of business operations in today’s interconnected digital landscape. While large corporations often dominate the headlines regarding cyber threats, small businesses are not immune to such risks. In fact, they are increasingly becoming attractive targets for cybercriminals, so small businesses need to get serious about cybersecurity sooner rather than later. What Is Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and digital data from unauthorised access, damage,...

There's never a dull day in cybersecurity...Below, we round-up some of top stories that hit the headlines this week! A Rough Day for Colonel Sanders While many of us in the UK hit send on our final work email and tucked away our laptops to enjoy a well-deserved long weekend break, Yum! Brands - owner of the world-renown fast food triad of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell - were in the midst of sending...

New research released by  Lookout, Inc. the increased number of growing threats associated with remote work and bring your own device (BYOD) policies faced by organisations. The State of Remote Work Security aims to help raise awareness amongst IT and security leaders about the growing threats associated with remote work and bring your own device (BYOD) policies. Survey results show that with remote and hybrid working, personal and work tasks blur together and the boundaries...

JD Sports has warned customers that bought items on its website, as well as those of Size?, Blacks and Millets, between November 2018 and October 2020 may have been impacted in the breach. The company has urged customers to be wary of potential phishing emails, calls and texts in the aftermath of the breach, while claiming they were proactively contacting those whose details were confirmed to be stolen. Paul Bischoff, Consumer Privacy Advocate at Comparitech...

International Cyber Expo today announced the speaker line-up for its annual Global Cyber Summit sponsored this year by Snyk, and hosted at Olympia London on the 27th and 28th of September 2022. Introduced by former CEO of NCSC, Professor Ciaran Martin CB, the Summit endeavours to be an educational platform for IT professionals, C-Level executives and board members on the issues impacting the industry; both current and emerging.   In a combination of roundtable discussions, fireside...

If you are on a limited internet plan, it would be wise to monitor your network traffic to know the apps that consume a large volume of data. iOS devices are fast and tend to auto-refresh apps and load high-quality websites and images. These can strain your internet plan and make it finish earlier than expected. Some might think turning off your data connection at every opportunity is an easy fix, but it is not...

The online pet website, Neopets, has confirmed it fell victim to a data breach, exposing the personal information of approximately 69 million users. The website's source code was also stolen in the attack. Recently, Neopets launched NFTs, which are part of a plan to create an online Metaverse game, in which users can own, raise and play games with their virtual pets. According to reports, the breach occurred on Tuesday and has since been attributed...

The pandemic tested the business resilience of every organisation. Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) had to maximise their digital footprint to keep operational, service their customers and survive. Just as companies are starting to return to some semblance of new normal, another threat is on the horizon. The pandemic has fuelled an increase in cybercrime that shows no signs of abating. Small and medium sized enterprises caught in the cross hairs The speed with...