News

EDR security versus MDR or XDR

XDR is swiftly becoming one of the essential tools for complete cyber protection. It’s trending in the USA – 93% of organisations are either working on XDR projects or looking to do so in 6-12 months*. But what is XDR, and does it serve as a good replacement for existing EDR or MDR services? EDR (endpoint detection & response) and MDR (managed detection & response) are a valuable part of your cybersecurity protection. However, they have their limitations. XDR (extended detection & response) is a supercharged combination of EDR security and MDR. EDR security vs MDR EDR is dedicated to […]

How SME’s can strengthen their cyber security

Small and medium sized businesses are often misunderstood and seen to be less competent when it comes to effective cyber security, causing them to be lucrative targets for cyber criminals. In the event of a cyber breach, let’s a say a ransomware incident in this instance, large enterprises are in a better position of having to deal with the cost of recovery of a shutdown. ( Which by the way can be 10 times the amount of a ransom demand). SME’s unfortunately wouldn’t have the level of means or capacity to deal with such a disruption, especially when the repercussions […]

How hackers can get into your supplier’s network and how to prevent it

Supply chain attacks have quickly become a prevalent threat to businesses over the last year, particularly accounting for a 4X increase. The impact of a supply chain attack can be brutal and this security risk shouldn’t be taken lightly. We go through the various ways hackers can access your supplier’s network, and how your business can stay protected. Phishing attacks This method probably sounds like we’re beating the drum, but it’s making the headlines for a reason! With 91% of cyber attacks beginning with a phishing email, can your business really afford to ignore this risk? All it takes […]

5 questions to size up your vulnerability management program

Vulnerability management is a key part of a proactive cyber security defence.. But how do you get the most out of your program? Ask yourself these 5 questions to size up the maturity of your vulnerability management program. 1. How often do you scan most of your assets? How many assets your business scans and how often, is generally where the journey to maturity starts. Asking your cyber security or IT team this question gives you a clear understanding of what resources you currently have. It also helps you understand what you’ll most likely achieve, as well as the […]

UK warned to bolster cyber defences

Amid the increasing tensions in Eastern Europe, and reports of malicious cyber incidents in Ukraine bearing Russian characteristics, the National Cyber Security Centre has updated its cyber threat guidance . Whilst the NCSC has advised that there is no cause for panic, heightened cyber security vigilance for all UK businesses is recommended. We recommend the following actions to reduce the risk of successful attacks. Prepare your workforce 90% of all cyber data breaches are caused by human error. Cyber security awareness training equips your teams with the knowledge and foresight to identify threats and build a security culture. Incentivise the […]

New smishing defence guidance from the NCSC

In light of the rise in phone and text message scams (known as Smishing), the UK’s National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) has released new guidance for businesses to follow when communicating with their customers. The guidance paves the way for businesses to create trustworthy communications that are credible and security conscious. The NCSC’s Technical Director, Dr Ian Levy, has urged all businesses to follow the guidance and do all they can to protect their customers from cyber crime and fraud. Issues with telecoms Many businesses are reliant on text messaging and phone calls for mass communication, particularly for those […]