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Celebrating Cyber Security Business of the Year
We are really proud to share that Sapphire has been named Cyber Security Business of the Year at the My Local Awards. Winning this in our 30th anniversary year makes it even more special, and it is something the whole team is incredibly proud of...
2 days ago3 min read


Preparing for the Quantum Era: Why Post‑Quantum Cryptography Matters Now
Quantum computing is no longer something we can push into the future. It is developing quickly, and while it promises breakthroughs across healthcare, AI, and scientific research, it also introduces a serious challenge for cyber security. For organisations across the UK, this shift is already shaping conversations around post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) and the future of quantum cyber security services. At the heart of that challenge is encryption. The systems we rely on today
Jun 233 min read


CYBER UK 2026: Accelerating Our Cyber Defence for the Next Decade
CYBERUK 2026 arrived at a moment of clear‑eyed reflection. Rather than focusing on celebration alone, the National Cyber Security Centre’s tenth anniversary offered an opportunity to take stock of a cyber landscape that has become more complex and fast‑moving over time. Against this backdrop, the conference theme, The Next Decade: Accelerating Our Cyber Defence, felt purposeful and timely, highlighting a shared focus on building stronger resilience and capability for the year
May 125 min read


What is Cyber Security Awareness Training?
Cyber security awareness training helps organisations prevent and mitigate user risk. A security awareness program helps people understand the vital role they play in helping to combat cyber attacks – at work or at home...
Nov 26, 20257 min read


Sapphire and Check Point: A Partnership Built on Trust, Innovation, and People
Sapphire is thrilled to re-announce its long-standing partnership with Check Point, a global leader in cyber security. For over two decades, this relationship has been built on a shared commitment to delivering innovation and excellence and providing businesses with the protection they deserve. At Sapphire, solid partnerships create robust solutions. Our long-standing collaboration with Check Point reflects our dedication to mitigating cyber risks across people, processes, an
Nov 21, 20242 min read


Bug Bounty Programs: Top 5 Companies With Bug Bounty Programs
Bug bounty programs have gained popularity in recent years, spurred on particularly strongly by the pandemic What Is a Bug Bounty? A bug bounty is a program implemented by companies to engage security researchers and ethical hackers in identifying and reporting security vulnerabilities. In exchange for their services, these programs offer prizes, ranging from public…
Sep 30, 20244 min read


Why Changing Your Firewall Approach is Crucial.
“I’ve managed my own firewall for 20 years, so why change now?” This is a question we hear many people asking themselves.
Aug 29, 20242 min read


The Tales of Cyber Attacks: from Chaos to Control
Implementing a robust cyber incident handling strategy is of utmost importance for organisations to effectively address security breaches and protect their valuable assets.
Aug 22, 20247 min read


Left Shift in SOC: Accelerating Incident Handling through Automation
As the complexity of incident response continues to grow, security professionals face challenges that impede efficiency and contribute to burnout.
Aug 15, 20244 min read


Why Your Employees Need Phishing Awareness Training
Phishing is the most common type of cybersecurity attack on the internet. Such data breaches could lead to substantial financial losses. Your employees deal with your organization’s networks and information systems daily, making them real targets for phishing attacks. This is why they need adequate phishing awareness training. Not to spook you, but your employees…
Oct 18, 20236 min read


Authentication vs Authorisation: Understanding the Difference
In today’s digital age, where information is a valuable asset and data breaches are a constant threat, ensuring the security of systems and sensitive information is paramount. Two fundamental concepts are pivotal in safeguarding digital…
Oct 11, 20236 min read


What Is Vulnerability Management?
With the rapid changes in how organisations work driven by external factors such as COVID-19 and rapid demands placed on IT teams, the potential for vulnerabilities to occur has increased. This has raised the associated risk of becoming a victim of high-impact cyber-attacks. Network security standards are constantly changing, and cybersecurity challenges keep security teams busy...
Sep 13, 20234 min read


What Is an SSL Certificate? A Guide to Online Security
Understanding SSL will play a major role in helping you make your website more secure, as it is one of the most important digital risk protection methods. I can assure you that you have interacted…
Sep 1, 20235 min read


What Is Correlation ID in Distributed Systems?
Most modern software is designed specifically for use in distributed systems. Coordinating various services and applications usually achieves a seamless experience for the end-user in these systems. However, because of the interrelated structure of multiple…
May 16, 20235 min read


Cyber Security Risk Management: A Detailed Guide
The increased digitisation of our world means the threat of cyberattacks and data breaches continues to grow. No organisation is immune to the risks of cybersecurity threats. In fact, a recent study shows the average…
Mar 3, 20236 min read


CISA: UAParser.js Malware Discovered in the NPM Library
In the world of software development, the use of third-party packages and libraries is standard practice. These packages can help developers save time and resources by providing pre-built functionalities that can be easily integrated into…
Jan 11, 20236 min read


What is Cloud Pen Testing and How Does It Work?
There were up to over 20 billion cyber attacks in 2021, with over 60% of all sites experiencing an attack at least once. This means that there is a high chance yours might get in trouble too. To ensure maximum security, it is important to let experts like Sapphire find any security gaps through cloud pen testing on sites including AWS cloud services, Microsoft Azure and more...
Sep 20, 20225 min read


Penetration Testing Methodology: 5 Top Examples
As the world moves to the online space, it opens up more avenues for cyberattacks. Therefore, it is important for organisations to improve their penetration testing approach to ensure that their systems and applications stay…
Aug 16, 20227 min read


GDPR Summary- High Level Of Data Protection
There are numerous public and private organisations that may have information about you. This can include something as basic as your contact information or more complex data like your web browsing history. You might be worried about…
Jun 14, 20188 min read

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