As the season of spooks and spectres approaches, we find ourselves knee-deep in the eerie embrace of Halloween. While our thoughts turn to carved pumpkins, ghastly costumes, and haunted houses, it’s also a good time to spare a thought for something a bit less tangible but equally haunting: the world of cyber threats. Just as
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The world today is characterized by an ever-growing reliance on digital technologies and interconnected systems. However, the same era is also marked by an alarming increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters. From hurricanes and wildfires to floods and earthquakes, these events can have profound and far-reaching consequences. One often overlooked consequence is
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ISSA-UK Annual Summer Conference – Pitch on the Ship The bustling city of London is renowned for its dynamic tech scene, where innovation and collaboration thrive like nowhere else. It’s a place where startups and established companies converge, sharing their ideas, connecting with industry leaders, and forging the future of technology. Amidst the array of
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As summer arrives, many of us are excited about the prospect of holidays, outdoor activities, and relaxation. However, amidst the sun and fun, it’s still important to think about cybersecurity. In this blog, we’ll explore essential tips and best practices to help you stay cyber-secure during the summer months and protect your digital world. With
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What is a phishing attack? A phishing attack is a type of cyber attack that involves sending fraudulent messages to individuals in order to trick them into revealing sensitive information. These messages can take many forms, such as emails, text messages, or social media messages, and they often appear to come from a trusted source,
Easter eggs are hidden messages, features, or jokes that are intentionally placed in software, video games, or other digital media. They are a way for developers to add a bit of fun or personality to their products, and they are often a source of delight for users who discover them. However, Easter eggs can also
PCI has been around for years, yet I’ve seen very few papers on how to choose the right QSA for your business. At least not the ones that aren’t completely biased. You would think both the card brands and the SSC would want to help you achieve compliance in line with your business needs and
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HOW TO MANAGE CYBER RISK In the current climate, the need for a clear understanding of the business risks as well as the tools and techniques available to deal with them is fundamental. The velocity of change and the magnitude of the problem is not always fully recognised by the whole business. We recommend that
Businesses are experiencing an increase in the number of sophisticated and sustained threats carried out by organised criminals in the UK. This also includes the possibility of opportunistic attackers and potentially disgruntled ex-employees who are determined to ruin a company’s reputation by using your current employees to infiltrate your business systems. The attempt to obtain
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