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Category: Data Protection

Social Engineering and Phishing 2.0: Understanding the Next Wave of Cyber Threats

While Cybersecurity Awareness Month may have come to a close, the need for vigilance against cyber threats remains constant. One of the most pressing threats in today’s digital landscape is Phishing 2.0. What began as simple phishing emails attempting to trick users has now evolved into highly sophisticated, multi-faceted attacks that combine social engineering, phone...

12 November 2024

Understanding the Benefits of a Tailored Internal Audit for your Information Security Management System

You’ve just passed your stage two certification audit, everyone celebrates, your stakeholders are happy, and you take a huge sigh of relief that it’s all over. Yet the journey doesn’t quite end there. Before you know it, your surveillance audit is just around the corner and you are meticulously preparing to demonstrate compliance and showcase...

23 April 2024

The key to digital security: Mastering Password Hygiene

In today’s digital age, ensuring the security of our online accounts and sensitive information is of paramount importance. Passwords are one of the first lines of defence against cyber threats, and yet, many people still use simplistic, easy-to-guess passwords and reuse them across multiple accounts. This can put individuals and their company at great risk.

24 October 2023

Enforcing the use of encryption

Cyber Security Awareness Month – Enforcing the use of encryption. What is Encryption? Encryption is the process of converting data into an unreadable format that can only be deciphered by authorised parties. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive business information. In this blog, we’ll explore why enforcing encryption...

16 October 2023

The importance of using approved software sources for cyber security

Businesses worldwide have suffered from security breaches that have cost them millions in damages and lost credibility. With the continuing technological advancements in today’s world, cyber risks continue to increase as cybercriminals find new ways to exploit company networks and steal significant data. It is essential to recognise the risks and understand the benefits of...

6 October 2023

Data protection: Why it’s beneficial to have ISO 27001 certification

As data breaches become more common and sophisticated, businesses must take steps to protect their customers’ information. Obtaining ISO 27001 certification, which is an internationally recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS), can assist in meeting your data protection obligations. This certification demonstrates that a business has taken the necessary measures to secure its...

25 July 2022