Dark Web Exposed: How to Shield Your Business Against Identity Theft
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wp-admin-spfw-312412 April 2024
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The Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats Faced by Businesses in 2024
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Uncover the top 5 cyber threats for businesses in 2024 and strengthen your security measures. Stay informed and protect your organisation.
wp-admin-spfw-31249 April 2024
Your Virtual Guardian Angel: The Power of a Dedicated Security Operations Centre (SOC)
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Explore the transformative power of SOC as a Service for your business's cybersecurity needs. Get insights into its benefits and how it can safeguard your complex IT environment.
wp-admin-spfw-312421 March 2024
Cracking the Code: The Ultimate Guide to Creating Strong and Unique Passwords
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Unlock the secrets to strong and unique passwords with our dedicated cybersecurity guide.
wp-admin-spfw-312414 March 2024
Preventing Cybersecurity Threats: The Power of Proactive Audits
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Fortify your cyber defences with proactive cybersecurity audits – the secret weapon in stopping cyber attacks before they happen.
wp-admin-spfw-31247 March 2024
Protect WordPress: Unveiling the Bricks Builder Vulnerability
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Explore the critical CVE-2024-25600 vulnerability in the Bricks Builder Theme and the importance of cybersecurity vigilance and timely updates in protecting WordPress sites.
wp-admin-spfw-312420 February 2024
Cybersecurity Made Simple: Essential Tips for Protecting Your Business from Today’s Threats
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Explore practical cybersecurity advice to shield your business from digital dangers and ensure data safety.
wp-admin-spfw-312413 February 2024
Phishing for Trouble? Your Guide to Staying Safe from Online Scams and Malware
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Dive into our comprehensive guide on combating online scams and malware. Stay informed and protected.
wp-admin-spfw-31242 February 2024
The Requirements to Pass Cyber Essentials Plus
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Learn about the requirements for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification and understand the difference between the two levels of certification. What is Cyber Essentials Certification? Cyber Essentials is…
wp-admin-spfw-31245 May 2023
How to Protect your Company from Email Phishing Attacks
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Did you know that just 3% of users are responsible for 92% of cyber security breaches? They fall prey to the “Phishermen” - the people carrying out email phishing attacks…
wp-admin-spfw-31244 May 2023
Which is the best zero trust solution?
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The best zero trust security software provides huge cyber security benefits. We list and analyse the strengths and limitations of each of the leading providers. We also cover what you…
wp-admin-spfw-312420 April 2023
Up to 16% of Organisations have Malware Traffic on their Networks from C2 Servers
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An investigation by cloud computing provider Akamai has found that up to 16% of organisations were actively under threat from ``command-and-control`` C2 servers that were associated with known botnets and…
wp-admin-spfw-31241 April 2023
Cyber Essentials Fee: The Cost of Getting Certified and Protecting Your Business
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Learn about the Cyber Essentials fee and the benefits of getting certified. Understand what is required to obtain Cyber Essentials certification and how it can translate into increased revenue and…
wp-admin-spfw-31249 March 2023
IASME Cyber Essentials Certification: A Guide to Getting Certified and Securing Your Organisation
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Learn about IASME Cyber Essentials certification and how to get certified. Understand why the UK government encourages all organisations to get certified and how it can help secure your organisation.…
wp-admin-spfw-31249 March 2023
Who is zero trust security software right for?
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Zero Trust security software is designed for organisations that need to secure remote access to sensitive data and applications. It’s right for some but overkill for others – we run…
wp-admin-spfw-312420 February 2023
Watering hole attack: Chinese Fake website tricks Australian politicians
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According to leading US security firm Proofpoint, Chinese hackers constructed a phoney news website to steal information from Australian government officials, journalists, and others. We look more closely at this…
wp-admin-spfw-312428 October 2022
Is your website open to criminals? WordPress Security Tips
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Millions of WordPress websites get infected with malware every year, spreading spam and aiding fraud while the site owners are often oblivious. In this post, we cover the seven main…
wp-admin-spfw-312428 October 2022
The threat of Lapsus$ and their cyber crimes
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In this post, we take a close look at international teenage cyber-crime gang, Lapsus$. We dissect how these pimply evil geniuses stole millions through ransomware, extortion and cryptocurrency fraud whilst…
wp-admin-spfw-312428 October 2022
Scarborough to be a New Centre of Cyber Security Excellence
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Flywheel is interested to see Scarborough in North Yorkshire is set to become a "national centre of excellence" in cyber security in 2023. The purpose of this government initiative is…
wp-admin-spfw-312428 October 2022
Are you being Spoofed? How to Spot and Avoid Spoofing
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We explain some of the most commonly reported methods of spoofing, and how to avoid falling prey to them. What is spoofing? Your phone rings. A recorded, robotic voice with…
wp-admin-spfw-312422 September 2022
Cyber security for your organisation’s email system
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The possibility of AI-based email phishing attacks is on the horizon. There has never been a more critical time to examine what else you could be doing to improve your…
wp-admin-spfw-312422 September 2022
What are Watering Hole Attacks and How Can I Avoid Them?
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Got a favourite website, or one you need for work every day? That's your "watering hole". In watering hole attacks, cyber criminals set a trap on the website to infect…
wp-admin-spfw-312421 September 2022
Identity theft: How to make sure there’s only one you
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Been refused a loan? Sudden flurry of junk mail or spam? Many people don't realise when they've fallen victim to identity theft. We examine how to recognise the signs of…
wp-admin-spfw-312421 September 2022