Cloud Security Advice for Non-Profits
A digital transformation can empower you and your staff to collaborate more effectively from any location, and on any device, knowing that vital data is protected against cyberthreats. It can also reduce the time needed to manage your technology infrastructure so more resources can be dedicated to your organisation’s mission. The Cloud is at the […]
Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Scanning
As part of network security, two options you might consider are penetration testing and vulnerability scanning. Whilst the two do have some similarities, there are key differences that offer different outcomes. So what are the differences between penetration testing and vulnerability scanning? And which is the right option for my business? Penetration Test or Vulnerability […]
What To Do If You’ve Clicked on a Phishing Link
Phishing is perhaps the most dominant cybersecurity threat to businesses today. Phishing emails are supposedly from a reputable source, but cyber criminals are trying to trick victims into giving away important personal information, or infecting their computer or mobile device with dangerous malware. While some phishing emails are easy to spot, others are far more […]
What Financial Services Sector Needs To Know About Cybersecurity
Businesses in the financial services sector won’t be strangers to being targeted by various forms of financial crimes and fraud. The large amounts of revenue certain financial services businesses generate makes them targets for cyber criminals. According to a November 2020 survey, 62% of financial service providers suffered a breach in the previous 12 months. […]
Work From Home Cyber Security Tips
Working from home can offer greater freedom for your staff. With increased flexibility some staff may find it’s easier to work their work around other aspects of their life. While many businesses have worked from home out of necessity, some have found that the approach suits them and their staff, so much so that they […]
Top 10 Security Deployment Actions in Microsoft 365
When choosing any Cloud service, one of your first priorities should be security. With increases in data breaches, malware, ransomware and more, you want to minimise the risks to your organisation. Unfortunately, one way your business might be susceptible is through using ‘dodgy’ Cloud-based software. Make sure your staff are only using reputable software that […]
What You Need to Know About Social Engineering and Phishing
Phishing is one of the biggest cyber security threats your business faces. Malicious emails are sent from seemingly credible sources to steal sensitive information. This is normally in the form of login details or sensitive information, but can be used to deliver malware. Sophisticated social engineering is used to make the recipient think the email […]
October is Cyber Security Month!
October is often seen as a turning point in the year. Summer is well and truly over, the nights are drawing in and it will be Christmas before you know it. This October can be a turning point for your cyber security too. That’s because October is cyber security awareness month. All over the world, […]
Top Security Features in Microsoft 365
As computer users’ knowledge of cyber threats has increased, the threats themselves have become far more sophisticated. Having robust IT security is a number one priority for many businesses to protect both themselves and their customers from such attacks. Increasing regulation over personal data along with an increase in the volume and seriousness of cyber […]