Posts about Cyber Security

The public sector faces unique cyber security challenges due to its responsibility for safeguarding vast amounts of sensitive information. Government agencies and public institutions are prime targets for cyberattacks, which can disrupt services and undermine public trust.

In the event of a cyber attack, having a detailed response plan will be what separates organisations into two groups. Those confident in their pre-planning and able to manage the incident effectively, and those who have been burying their heads in the sand. Cyber threats are increasing in scale and sophistication, with payloads that can cripple IT systems to cause operational disruptions and reputational damage, so let’s make sure you’re in the right group, by detailing what should be included...

The challenge: IT complexities in hybrid workspaces The shift to hybrid work has transformed commercial real estate. Landlords and operators now face growing pressure to offer secure, seamless, and tech-enabled work environments that meet modern tenant expectations. However, this shift introduces its own IT challenges:

The UK is the third most targeted country1 in the world for cyber attacks with more than 70% of medium to large businesses experiencing a cyber breach within the past year2. Public sector organisations, in particular, face unique cyber security challenges, as they manage sensitive data ranging from personal information to national security details. This makes them prime targets for increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, demanding that public sector systems and infrastructure evolve to meet these rising risks.

Understanding EDR, XDR, and MDR Cyber security can be a minefield for jargon. With the landscape changing so quickly, there seems to be a new acronym or buzzword every week, often meaning the same or similar things as those that already exist. Three common cyber security approaches—Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Extended Detection and Response (XDR), and Managed Detection and Response (MDR)—help organisations detect and mitigate threats. But what do they mean, how do they compare, which is right for you? Let’s break it down.

Protecting your business: The whats and whys of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

The world of cyber security is in constant flux, as hackers and cyber security professionals battle it out to stay one step ahead of one another. As technology continues to advance, so do the tactics of cyber criminals, who are exploiting vulnerabilities at an alarming rate. Organisations need to brace for a new wave of threats driven by advanced technologies and increasingly sophisticated attack vectors.

It will be no surprise to hear that the sophistication of everyday cyber threats is so much greater than a few years ago, and will no doubt be even more sophisticated in the years to come. To stay protected against known and emerging threats, organisations need to think smart and implement solutions and processes that not only respond to – but also detect attacks in real time.

Financial services organisations experienced three times the number of cyber security breaches in 2023 than in 2022.