Plain explanations of what is actually happening in IT and cyber security, written for the people who have to make decisions about it rather than for other engineers.
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Cyber criminals often tend to succeed for one key reason. They imitate things that we trust 😱 And the ever-evolving nature of exploits means they are getting smarter at mimicking things that we accept without second thought… Like Windows Update screens. Researchers are flagging a wave of attacks that have used fake Windows Update pages. […]
You may want to think twice if your team uses WhatsApp for work communication. Here’s why 👇 Security researchers are warning of malware known as Sturnus, which targets Android devices. And most people don't realise just how powerful its capabilities really are. It can read encrypted messages from WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram in real time, […]
Imagine trying to follow a movie where the villain goes by four different names. It would be a bit confusing to say the least. That’s what it’s like in the cyber security world right now. A hacking group could be referred to by completely different names, by those who report and write about them. Whether […]
Most of us are pretty trusting of emails from Microsoft and often open them without thinking twice. Putting our confidence in the fact that they’re one of the biggest tech companies in the world. But what if that email isn’t really from Microsoft? Cyber criminals often exploit trust like this to trick people. Research shows […]
Just when you think you’ve got all bases covered with you cyber security, along comes a new threat that makes you rethink things. Well, this is one of those moments. Microsoft has warned that there is a new scam targeting businesses. It’s known as device code phishing, and the scary part, cyber criminals don’t even […]
In the context of business, a disaster is an unforeseen event that has a negative impact on your business and forces you to shut down operations partially or completely. These could be natural events like a flood or fire, or they can be human-made, such as a malware attack or intentional sabotage. To ensure business […]
At first glance, it may seem strange to think of the components of your IT infrastructure as drivers of business growth. After all, servers, networks, cloud tools, and other backend technologies don’t generate revenue on their own. However, your operations drive your revenue, and as a modern business, your IT drives your operations. So, if […]
Outsourcing professional IT support for your business is a valuable investment that can boost your productivity and profitability. However, like any investment, you have to spend money to make money. Of course, you want the maximum benefits from your IT support services for the best possible price to maximise your ROI. Understanding the costs of […]
Businesses leverage tech for various reasons, including efficiency, accuracy, security, and cost effectiveness. But because they use numerous — and oftentimes siloed — technologies, it can become incredibly easy for them to lose control over their IT. To ensure that tech remains a boon rather than a bane, businesses need an effective strategy for outsourcing […]
Cyberattacks have become a more frequent threat to organisations of all sizes and industries. They have the potential to result in data theft, damaging system interruptions, and unauthorised access to critical IT infrastructure. Even with the most robust cyber security frameworks in place, all businesses are bound to experience some level of cyber breach sooner […]
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