Cyber threats aren’t something that just happen to big enterprises anymore. If you’re running a business in the UK, you’re a target. And it’s not because you’re special and hackers see you as a high value target, it’s usually because you’re an easy target. That’s backed up in the data too, as according to the UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches… 

When working in the cyber security space you’ll hear of all kinds of acronyms. Most of these will often relate to qualifications and regulatory bodies and it’s easy to get these confused. It’s quite a common point of confusion, so let’s take a look over the difference between CREST and Cyber Scheme and CHECK. CREST vs The Cyber Scheme The… 

Security and IT teams are an organisation’s frontline defenders, tasked with keeping organisations safe from a variety of cyber threats. But their biggest challenge? Spotting and fixing any infrastructure vulnerabilities in the digital systems before they cause any kind of trouble. When you start digging deeper into digital infrastructure, you’ll realise that vulnerabilities are often lurking in dark corners, waiting… 

Hospitals and social care services are increasingly some of the most targeted organisations in the UK. In 2025, specific attacks on the NHS included incidents such as that at Barts Health NHS Trust where patient and staff data was stolen, and further third party incidents involving NHS suppliers such as DXS International, showcase the need in bolstering the industry’s cyber… 

When normal everyday people, including most employees at most companies, think about cyber crime it’s the classic stock image they reach for. The hooded faceless hackers staring at an endless stream of binary code, pressing a single key on their keyboard. In reality that’s not how the bad actors, or hackers, operate and that’s especially the case with Business Email… 

Web applications and application program interfaces (API’s) are running almost every aspect of our internet facing lives and businesses – serving as gateways for customers, partners, and employees. They are akin to magic portals that connect you to different places regardless of where you are physically. This ubiquity also makes them prime targets for cyber-attacks, according to the Verizon Data… 

Ransomware attacks are no longer rare, isolated incidents and can now be a costly reality for organisations of all sizes. Over the last 5 years the financial impact of ransomware has escalated dramatically, with global damages estimated to be $57bn annually once ransom payments, operational downtime, reputational damage and regulatory fines are taken into account. For many organisations, a ransomware… 

Cybercriminals have refined their tactics, exploiting human psychology to bypass even the most advanced defences. The latest Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 shows a stark reality: 84% of UK businesses reported phishing as the most prevalent type of attack they faced. In this guide, we break down the key indicators of a phishing attempt and offer practical, actionable steps to strengthen your… 

Cyber threats are no longer a concern only for large enterprises—small businesses are increasingly becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. With limited resources and weaker security defences, small businesses often make critical cybersecurity mistakes that expose them to data breaches, ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and financial fraud. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, and 60% of those… 

cybersecurity compliance for small businesses is no longer optional. Failing to protect sensitive data can lead to hefty fines, legal consequences, and lasting reputational harm. So, where should you begin? We have put together a cybersecurity compliance checklist for small businesses in the UK to guide you through the key steps to safeguard your business against cyber threats while staying…