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KnowBe4, the provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, announced the winners of its 2024 Partner Programme Awards from Europe, the Middle East and Africa during its KB4-CON EMEA event.   This annual awards programme recognises KnowBe4 Partners demonstrating sales excellence, marketing innovation, thought leadership and top performance in key areas of growth. Held in person for the first time, the awards ceremony closed the cybersecurity conference where attendees immersed...

The cybersecurity industry is often seen as a field dominated by technical experts who’ve spent years honing their skills. However, a panel discussion hosted by Michael Keddie, Training Academy Team Leader at Pentest People at International Cyber Expo, sought to dispel the myth that it’s too late to start a career in this dynamic industry. Alongside him were Ian Nicholson, Head of Incident Response at Pentest People, Catherine Burn, Associate Director at LT Harper, and...

  While AI holds the potential to be a powerful tool for positive change, it can also be weaponised by bad actors, amplifying risks we have never encountered before. One of the most alarming threats is the rise of deepfakes; videos or audio created using AI to imitate real people. While deepfakes have been circulating online since 2017, their impact has surged considerably, especially over the last year where they have become more sophisticated and...

For the first time in history, mobile internet usage has surpassed desktop usage. With the increasing number of users relying on their mobile devices for everything from banking and shopping to entertainment and social media, the need to secure these applications against malicious attacks has become more critical, especially for financial or banking applications. Compared to our computers, mobile devices may store a considerably larger amount of data, including personal sensitive information such as passwords,...

In 2020, according to population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, millennials surpassed Baby Boomers as the nation’s largest living adult generation. Millennials were heralded as digital natives, the first generation to grow up immersed in the digital world of the internet, smartphones, and social media. This has fundamentally shaped their communication, work habits, and lifestyles as our lives have undergone a digital transformation with most daily activities such as banking, grocery, and even ordering food...

For Preparedness Month in September, Keeper Security, a provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software, has urged businesses to prepare for the rising tide of cyber threats by prioritising fundamental cybersecurity practices. With more sensitive data being stored online, the risk of breaches and exploitation is at an all-time high.  To defend against the most common cyber threats, as well as emerging ones, the company says that fundamental, yet often neglected, cybersecurity best practices must...

This year’s Olympics and Paralympic games have been a showcase of the benefits of preparedness, tenacity, and adaptability in achieving success. Olympians require all of these traits, and more, to operate at the very top of their respective disciplines. However, the psychological impact of going for gold, and carrying the expectations of fans nationwide, can be profound. As many as 34% of current elite athletes suffer from stress and anxiety - an issue spotlighted by...

The rise of AI presents both extraordinary opportunities and intimidating challenges in cybersecurity. While AI can easily identify and exploit vulnerabilities, deploying it without robust security measures introduces significant risks. As the technology evolves, many organisations prioritise AI innovation at the expense of security, leaving their systems vulnerable. This underscores the need for established security frameworks and ongoing education about the dynamic risks AI presents. Organisations can effectively mitigate risks and safeguard operations by prioritising...

The U.S. is facing a critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals, a challenge that is not only growing but also poses a significant threat to national security. CyberSeek, a joint initiative of NIST’s NICE program, CompTIA, and Lightcast, reports in its dashboard over 469,930 job openings in cybersecurity. (CyberSeek, 2024) Despite the escalating cyber threats, the talent pool to combat these threats remains insufficient, and this shortage is a crisis that will only deepen over time,...

The consequences of a successful cyber attack can be disastrous. From substantial financial loss to significant reputational damage, they can lead to untold operational disruption. Yet despite the clear and present danger, some businesses continue to deprioritise cyber security, with a concerning 15% failing to invest in cyber security measures. Whether this is a calculated decision or a matter of managing risk, it leaves the businesses’ data and processes exposed to attack. Large corporations like...