I think we can all agree, cyber security is hard. With vast and intricate modern IT ecosystems, the expanding attack surface and ever evolving threat landscape mean that it’s also an essential business requirement. Large and often complex networks pose significant challenges for defence and detection, especially in real-time, as attackers continually develop new techniques. IT and Security teams must protect and monitor every system component, from endpoints to networks, wh

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

Introduction For many organisations, compliance is a cornerstone that ensures companies operate within the legal frameworks and ethical boundaries set by regulatory bodies. As we move through the period 2024-2025, the landscape of compliance is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by technological advancements, evolving regulations, and global events. This blog explores how compliance is changing in the UK and worldwide, what we have observed this year, what we

Have you ever had a situation, either personally or professionally, where you’ve reflected, how you wish you’d had further information before making a decision. I think we probably all have.

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.

As more of our professional and personal lives move online, it’s increasingly important to keep our networks secure from potential cyber-attacks and reduce our cyber exposure. One tool that is frequently used for this purpose is a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS). But what exactly is NIDS, and how does it work?

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…

As the clock ticks down for EU member states to adopt final implementations of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), financial entities across the European Union have limited time to ensure compliance.

Why I Pursued Work Experience in Cyber I’ve always had an interest in computer science as a whole, and this extended into cyber security.