Penetration testing has long been one of the most trusted ways to understand how secure an organisation really is. It uncovers vulnerabilities, misconfigurations and attack paths that might otherwise go unnoticed. The challenge is that modern environments don’t stand still. Cloud services change. New applications are deployed. Permissions are updated. APIs expand and infrastructure evolves. At the same time, attackers are increasingly using automation and AI to identify o

If you're responsible for cyber security in a public sector organisation, you'll know the challenge all too well. Cyber threats continue to evolve, budgets are under pressure, and teams are being asked to do more with less. At the same time, organisations need to meet compliance requirements, improve resilience, and protect critical services that people rely on every day. Finding the right cyber security partner shouldn't make that job harder.

Why External Attack Surface Monitoring Has Become a Cybersecurity Essential Cyber threats continue to evolve, but one thing remains constant: attackers are always looking for exposed assets they can exploit...

When we wrapped up NISC 2025, one thing stood out above everything else, people still value talking to each other. Cyber security is a fast-moving industry. New threats emerge daily, technologies evolve at pace, regulations change and everyone's inbox is full of the latest solution claiming to solve the next big problem...

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.

Implementing a robust cyber incident handling strategy is of utmost importance for organisations to effectively address security breaches and protect their valuable assets.

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…

Financial institutions rely heavily on third-party vendors and service providers for critical functions. From payment processing to IT services, these external entities play pivotal roles in their operational landscape.