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...

If you spend time talking to organisations running industrial or operational environments, a pattern quickly emerges. The cyber risk isn’t just growing – it’s growing faster than their ability to see it, understand it, and respond to it.

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

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 Government launched the G-Cloud framework in 2012 to streamline how public sector organisations buy digital and cloud-based services.

Cyber security is crucial for businesses of all scales in the current digital environment. As cyber threats continue to advance and grow more complex, organisations must implement strong technical safeguards and governance frameworks to safeguard…

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 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

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?

In today’s digital landscape, the role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has evolved from a primarily technical focus to a strategic leadership position that is integral to business success.

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

In today’s world, technology has become a vital part of every organisation, regardless of its size or industry. With this technology comes the risk of vulnerabilities that cyber criminals can exploit to steal sensitive information, disrupt…

Have you ever considered the profound impact of inclusion and diversity in our society? Recently, there has been a growing emphasis on inclusion and diversity in various sectors, including corporate, educational, and social settings. This trend shows…

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

Inclusion and diversity within cyber security are far from a negative picture. I genuinely believe that cyber is a much stronger advocate for demographic inclusivity, especially for individuals with neurodiverse conditions, than most other…

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

hat constitutes a breach of data protection? This is an important question because not all compromises to your user data need to be officially reported under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We understand the need to report a breach when it happens, but understanding the specific breaches that should be reported can save you and your business from going through unnecessary processes...

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.