In this digital world we live in, online start-ups are emerging rapidly, harnessing the power of the internet to reach global audiences and deliver innovative solutions. However, with the increased digital presence comes an elevated risk of cyber threats. For…
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UK law firms feeling pressure to prioritise business continuity over cybersecurity
The never-ending fragmentation of IT, driven by the rapid and constant evolution of Legal Tech, is causing huge cyber defence issues for UK legal firms, according to a new report from Managed Threat Detection & Response Provider, e2e-assure. The complexity…
Protecting our data in a world of rising cyber attacks
In today’s volatile digital climate, the security of workers’ and customers’ data and information, as well as the finances and intellectual property of organizations themselves, continues to be questioned. Data sits at the very heart of the world’s largest companies,…
Blurred lines: Securing the physical and digital sides of business
Understanding cybersecurity can be challenging. Although cyber threats such as data theft and financial fraud represent serious business concerns, physical threats often evoke more fear due to their tangible nature. With the boundaries between physical and digital security becoming increasingly…
Fear and Silence: 50% of Employees Hesitant to Report Security Errors
Despite the growing implementation of security awareness training, recent research indicates that over half of cybersecurity professionals are concerned about security behaviours within their organisations. Key Findings from the Survey A survey conducted by ThinkCyber has revealed significant insights into…
One in ten Brits targeted by scammers this summer
KnowBe4, the provider of the world’s largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, has released findings on the increased rate of scams targeting people this summer in the UK. It warns people looking to travel abroad or attend music…
SandboxAQ Joins the FIDO Alliance to Further Drive the Use of Secure Protocols instead of Passwords
SandboxAQ has announced its membership in the FIDO Alliance, an open industry consortium focused on minimizing the world’s dependence on passwords—a prevalent source of security and usability problems. By joining forces with prominent FIDO Alliance members such as Amazon, Apple,…
Review: Top 5 For Outsourced Customer Service Solutions UK and Abroad
For companies that have too many phone calls and emails to keep up, it is very common to outsource your customer services, either domestically in the UK or abroad to the likes of India or The Philippines. There are certainly…
Third of Organisations Have Suffered Three or More Data Breaches in the Last 24 Months
New research by Advanced Cyber Defence Systems (ACDS) has found that half of IT professionals believe there are devices connected to their network that they’re unaware of – despite nearly 60% admitting that insecure devices pose a ‘very high’ or…
Former Global CISO of Wells Fargo, Sunil Seshadri, Joins Board of Directors at Obsidian Security
This week, Obsidian Security, announces the appointment of Sunil Seshadri to its Board of Directors. Sunil joins the board at a time when the Obsidian platform has become essential to Incident Response providers around the world as they respond to…
KnowBe4 Launches Ransomware Awareness Month With IT Resource Kit at No Cost
With July being Ransomware awareness month, KnowBe4 has released a ransomware resource toolkit at no cost for organisations and IT managers as part of a dedicated, month-long campaign in July to increase awareness about ransomware attacks. Ransomware is a malicious…
How AI Tool Marketplaces Are Revolutionising Business Efficiency
In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses constantly seek ways to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and stay ahead of the competition. One of the most transformative developments in recent years has been the rise of AI tool marketplaces. These platforms offer…
New Cato Networks MSASE Framework Gives Vendor-Like Powers to Channel Partners
Since Gartner officially defined Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) in 2019, many organisations have eagerly embraced this next-generation solution. SASE allows organisations to elevate existing problems, with simplicity, reliability, flexibility and automation. As many organisations turn to the cloud to…
New body IMCSO to elevate standards and streamline provisioning of cybersecurity services in Maritime
The maritime industry is vitally important to the global supply chain for multiple reasons, from food, medicine and consumer goods to fuel and other important products. But with any key industry, comes an opportunity for criminals to exploit and disrupt…
Community Corner: CybAid
Community is exceptionally important to the team at the IT Security Guru. We believe that building community and supporting one another is where our industry thrives, that’s why we’re platforming charities and networks that work within the industry, as well…
Telcos Hit Hardest by Cloud Malware, Report Finds
Telecom companies are being targeted by malicious actors at an alarming rate, according to a new report by Netskope Threat Labs. The report highlights a concerning trend of attackers exploiting popular cloud apps like Microsoft OneDrive and GitHub to deliver…
Obsidian Security Partners with Databricks to Bolster SaaS Data Governance
Obsidian Security, the pioneer of SaaS security, announced today a strategic partnership with Databricks, the Data and AI company. This alliance strengthens the security of applications built on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and helps customers enact their data security and…
AI Receptionists For GPs Launched By Customer Service Firm InTouchNow
AI receptionists for GPs and medical practices are now being operated throughout the country, thanks to the help of customer service centre, InTouchNow. The Hertfordshire-based company has been trading for 30 years and has developed its own technology and softwares…
Salt Security Survey Reveals 95% of Respondents Experienced API Security Problems in Past Year
API security professionals at Salt Security have revealed the findings of their latest Salt Labs State of API Security Report, 2024. The research, which analysed survey responses from 250 IT and security professionals, combined with anonymised empirical data from Salt…
Defending your ever-changing attack surface
The very elements crucial for a business’s functionality and prosperity are also its greatest vulnerabilities from a cybersecurity standpoint. Emails, files, remote/hybrid work setups, and various devices and tools streamline business operations but also pose significant cybersecurity risks. These areas,…