How SMEs can prepare for IoT attacks
By Staff writer
Businesses globally, regardless of size and industry, rely on the internet for day-to-day activity but IoT attacks (Internet of Things) present a real threat to SMEs as well as large firms.
Tag: Cyber Crime
Fiction-based technology horrors that could haunt UK bosses
While TV series such as Westworld have let us grow accustomed to depictions of cyborg rebellion, we still relegate such fiction-based technology horrors to the impossible bin.
Be prepared for the dark side of digital transformation
By Staff writer
As businesses worldwide embark on a digital transformation, they should be aware that there is a very dark side shadowing the movement, which should be prepared for.
Beware the hacker threat: How to keep calm and carry on during an M&A
By Staff writer
In June 2015, security regulators investigated a group of hackers known as FIN4. They were suspected of breaking into corporate email accounts of 100 listed companies and stealing information in relation to mergers for financial gain here’s how to keep calm and carry on during your own M&A.
Protecting your business from cyber fraud doesn’t have to be tough or expensive
By Staff writer
It’s becoming more widely acknowledged that cyber fraud is a very big (and illegal) business sector. Indeed, figures from the annual Crime Survey from the Office of National Statistics this year included questions on fraud and computer misuse for the first time, in acknowledgement of the rising threat.
Spot the difference: Protecting your business from CEO fraud emails
By Karl Sigler
Fraudulent emails are mostly nothing more than the obvious attempt by a “Nigerian Prince” to gain some cash. However, professional cybercriminals are increasingly using email fraud to target businesses, using coordinated, pinpoint attacks rather than spam blasts.
Why the new BlackBerry alone won’t keep your data safe
By Ben Rose
No doubt many businesses will be tempted by the new BlackBerry DTEK50, hailed by the brand as the “world’s most secure smartphone”. With cyber attacks on the rise, and hackers becoming increasingly sophisticated, the more tools and technology you can have in your arsenal the better.
Mumsnet hacking incident offers lessons for SMEs
By Guy Wilmot
The recent hacking incident involving Mumsnet highlighted the issue of data security for small businesses – and Russell-Cooke’s Guy Wilmot shares what SMEs can learn from the event.
SMEs arent exempt from the wrath of cyber criminals
Cisco’s “2016 Midyear Cybersecurity Report” (MCR) suggested firms are unprepared for future strains of ransomware as fragile infrastructure and poor network hygiene are providing ample time for adversaries to operate. We spoke with leaders from Lloyd’s, Fujitsu and Arbor Networks on the subject.
Inside out: How the real threat to your companys security lies within
When we think of cyber attacks what springs to mind tends to come in the form of exterior threats. We envision far off criminals hacking systems and alien malware invading from afar – but often the biggest threats to the security of our businesses and industries come from within.