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

The realm of cyber security has undergone a remarkable evolution over the past three decades, transforming from a niche concern into a global imperative. As we navigate through the digital age,…

I was conducting some lightweight research recently, reviewing past news articles about cyber attacks: the attack on the NHS this summer is still fresh in our memory, the TFL attack, the one on the British Library, not to mention the high-profile international attacks of recent years. Then there are the ones that tend only to be in our local news: an attack on a poultry farm, on a vet practice, and so on. All these articles demonstrate that whatever its size and its public pr

Much of today’s log management is still done using Syslog, which has roots in the 80s and was used without authoritative published specifications. Of course, it is also one of the most versatile tools that makes it easier for administrators to manage complex networks.

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…

“I’ve managed my own firewall for 20 years, so why change now?” This is a question we hear many people asking themselves.

As the complexity of incident response continues to grow, security professionals face challenges that impede efficiency and contribute to burnout.

In today’s dynamic corporate landscape, where technological advancements and digital transformations are ubiquitous, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become integral strategies for business expansion. However, amidst the excitement of such ventures, it’s crucial not to…

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…

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…

Organisations must protect data and respond quickly and transparently during a data breach. However, despite their relentless efforts, data breaches remain a persistent and formidable threat. But, the good thing is that data breach reporting…

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...

Application layer attacks or DDoS (Denial of Service Attacks)are the leading cause of breaches. However, a web application firewall (WAF) prevents malicious traffic from accessing web applications. While a web application firewall is not meant…

Threats to computer systems, software, and networks are becoming more sophisticated and frequent. In the event of a successful cyber attack, a business will lose not only financial resources but also its reputation and the loyalty of its target customers. For this reason, it’s crucial to regularly perform cyber security testing and assessments to identify any vulnerabilities and ensure they’re up-to-date and effective...

Health and care organisations must protect information systems against cyber security threats without compromising the quality of health and social care. All health and social care services are built on a foundation of trust and…

n the world of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities are discovered and addressed daily. However, some vulnerabilities can have far-reaching consequences if they are not detected and fixed promptly. One such frailty that has recently come to light…