Cybersecurity Focus Special Report

Beware the online scammers

Fraudsters often seek to exploit multiple potential vulnerabilities, both technical and non-technical, by targeting people to divulge sensitive information

Across the cyber barricades

What can organisations do to defend against cyber attacks without a massive disruption to the business?

There is no business too big or too small for cybercriminals

Some businesses believe their small size means they will escape the notice of cybercriminals while big ones can fall into a false sense of security believing the size of their cyber budgets will render them immune to attacks. But there is no target too big or small for cybercriminals

The five Cs of cybersecurity

Change, compliance, cost, continuity, and coverage: five things to keep in mind when planning your cybersecurity strategy

Working from home risks and how to reduce them

Ensuring the organisation is protected while employees work from home costs money, however the cost is minimal compared with that arising from a successful cyber attack

Technology solutions to cyber threats

From basic antivirus software to sophisticated network monitoring tools, we look at technology solutions available to companies looking to improve their cyber defences

Training options in cybersecurity

For most organisations, staff represent the first and last line of defence, which is why cyber awareness training is vital.

Think before you click

Cyber threats can come from a variety of sources, including individuals, criminal organisations, and nation-state actors

No size too small: Cybercriminals favouring smaller businesses in ransomware attacks

While gold standard cyber defences may be beyond the reach of many SMEs, there are some simple steps they can take to protect themselves and deter criminals

A career in cybersecurity

A third-level qualification in the fields of IT, networking, business information systems, law and technology or computer forensics is recommended

Open for negotiation

Is it right in any circumstances to negotiate with cybercriminals and pay a ransom

Everyone at risk from cybercrime

Every individual, enterprise and organisation that has data is at risk from cybercrime

Profiling the cyber criminals

Is there a typical cybercriminal profile or do multiple profiles exist?

Bringing in the professionals to deal with a crisis

The first thing companies need to do is ascertain that it is actually a crisis, and not a blip

Innovations in cybersecurity technology

Technologies are being developed that will allow software to mitigate vulnerabilities by themselves

High-profile cyberattacks in the past year

More significant attacks taking place that have motivations other than financial

Technologies that will most affect cybersecurity

Which technologies are here to stay and which are a flash in the pan?

Keep the threat message simple for employees

It’s helpful to organise cybersecurity training around a theme that is communicated regularly

Security policies need to be reviewed

Cybersecurity can seem overwhelming to small and medium-sized businesses

Training is the key to reducing cyber risk

Remote employees must avoid “cross-contamination” by maintaining the separation of work and personal usage

Being prepared for a cybercrime attack is essential

Cyber security was previously seen as a financial services issue but other industries are now being increasingly targeted.

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