When a cyber attack brings critical systems down, the pressure to restore operations can be enormous. Employees cannot work normally. Customers may be waiting. Revenue may be affected. Senior leaders want to know when systems will be available again. Under those circumstances, recovering quickly can feel like the obvious priority. But restoring systems before you […]
Cyber security has traditionally focused on protecting systems, networks and sensitive data from compromise. But the consequences of cyber attacks increasingly extend far beyond IT. When critical systems become unavailable, employees cannot access essential applications, suppliers are disconnected or customers cannot be served, a cyber incident quickly becomes an operational resilience problem. As UK businesses […]
When organisations think about cyber attacks, they often picture attackers exploiting firewalls, installing malicious software or targeting outdated systems. While technology is an essential part of cyber security, it is rarely the end goal. Modern cyber criminals are increasingly focused on disrupting business operations, stealing sensitive data and achieving financial gain. Technology is simply the […]
Many organisations invest heavily in preventing phishing attacks. They deliver employee awareness training, deploy email security solutions and implement multi factor authentication to reduce the likelihood of users falling victim. Despite these efforts, phishing attacks remain one of the most common causes of cyber incidents. As phishing campaigns become increasingly sophisticated, even experienced employees can […]
For years, organisations have invested in cyber security by focusing on one primary objective: stopping malware. Antivirus software, email filtering, endpoint protection and firewalls remain important security controls, but the threat landscape has evolved significantly. Modern attacks increasingly rely on legitimate tools, stolen credentials and compromised identities rather than custom malware or malicious software. Today’s […]
Many organisations invest significant time measuring cyber security activity. They report the number of vulnerabilities patched, phishing simulations completed, security tools deployed and security awareness sessions delivered. These cyber security metrics are often presented as evidence that the organisation is improving its security posture. While these measurable data points have value, they do not necessarily […]
For many organisations, cyber security assessments follow a familiar pattern. An annual penetration test is scheduled. A vulnerability assessment is completed. Audit evidence is gathered to demonstrate regulatory compliance. Once the report is delivered, attention shifts elsewhere until the process begins again the following year. While these activities remain important, they no longer reflect the […]
The ransomware group Qilin has cemented itself as one of the most prolific ransomware operations in the world. The group has claimed over 1900 victims on its leak site since its start and has continued listing victims at a rate of more than 100 per month into Q1 2026, dominating every public ransomware tracker. Multiple […]
Most organisations have a cyber security risk register. It often forms part of a wider risk management process, supports regulatory obligations and provides evidence that cyber security risks have been considered. For many businesses, maintaining a cyber security risk register is a requirement of governance, compliance or internal audit. However, simply having a risk register […]
For many years, organisations focused their cyber security efforts on protecting networks, servers and endpoints. While these remain important, attackers are increasingly targeting something much closer to users. The web browser. Modern business operations depend heavily on web browsers. Employees access cloud services, business applications, corporate networks and sensitive data through browser sessions every day. […]
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