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...

The UK public sector is seemingly under constant attack from cyber criminals. With small teams, challenges around resources, often a lack of out-of-hours work, and a policy of not paying ransoms, incident response for the…

Transforming Third-Party Risk Management with Threat Intelligence Traditionally the primary mechanism for managing down cyber supply chain risk has been through preventative measures. Due diligence review of a new vendor or supplier requires the completion…

Decoding Spear Phishing: Targeted Cyber Threats Unveiled In our interconnected digital world, safeguarding against cyber threats is not merely a choice but a necessity. As technology evolves, malicious actors continuously adapt their strategies, presenting new challenges for cyber security. Among these challenges, spear phishing emerges as a particularly insidious threat, exploiting human vulnerabilities with increasing frequency and sophistication. This comprehensive gui

Integrating IoT devices in the medical sector has revolutionised patient care, allowing remote monitoring, real-time data analysis, and improved treatment outcomes.

A brief history of penetration testing The history of cybercrime and penetration testing are intertwined, necessitating discussion to underscore their 60-year journey from early hacking exploits to modern security practices.

Today, cyber threats are constantly evolving, where businesses need to continually improve their security posture. As part of your cyber security strategy, penetration testing is critical for understanding how to fortify…

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 interconnected digital landscape, cyber security has become paramount. As technology evolves, so do the strategies employed by malicious actors. One such threat is spear phishing. With increasing frequency and sophistication, spear phishing exploits…

What is spyware, and what does it do? The thought of having prying eyes over your shoulder as you work, shop, bank, or play is pretty unsettling. Unfortunately, that’s what spyware does when you are…

A firewall is a crucial component of cybersecurity that controls and monitors outgoing and incoming network traffic based on predetermined security rules. It sets a barrier between a trusted network (such as an internal corporate…

Having a well-prepared response to different scenarios is not just a wise move; it’s a necessity, especially in a world where the unexpected is practically anticipated. We have all been in unfortunate circumstances because of…

Electronic payments have changed dramatically over the past few decades, with payment card transactions becoming integral to our daily lives. However, with the convenience of payment cards comes the increased risk of cyber threats and…

As we rely more on technology, the risk of cyber attacks and breaches has grown exponentially. The maritime industry, which forms the backbone of global trade and commerce, is not immune to these risks. In… Read MoreMarine Cyber Security: Protecting Ships from Cyber Threats

In today’s world of industrial control systems, the safety and reliability of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are paramount. They are the lifeblood of critical infrastructure, where every moment counts, and the slightest hiccup could spell…

As a leading cybersecurity company based in the UK, Sapphire closely monitors data breaches and their impact on businesses and individuals. In March 2020, the Cam4 data breach was reported as the largest data leakage…

Identity-based cyber-attacks come in many forms and pose numerous risks for any organisation. One of the most common facilitators of identity-based cyber attacks is a man-in-the-middle attack (MITM). Here, it is difficult to differentiate between…

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing software development landscape, delivering high-quality applications to customers quickly and efficiently is a top priority for organisations. This is where CI/CD comes into play – a software engineering practice that…

With the increasing amount of cyber-attacks and data breaches, organizations are now, more than ever, in need of a Security Operations Center (SOC). However, having a SOC is not enough. It’s essential to have efficient…

Are you aware that weak passwords are one of your biggest cybersecurity threats? According to studies, 81% of data breaches occur due to easily guessable passwords. So, one of the most common methods hackers use to crack…