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Cyber Essentials is changing in January 2022
The latest evolution will take place on 24 January 2022, with the introduction of some significant changes
Cyber Essentials pricing structure is changing in January 2022
Tiered pricing better reflects the effort required to assess applications.
Log4shell vulnerability – the importance of updating software regularly
Despite the best intentions of software developers, there is always the chance that malicious actors might discover a weakness (aka a vulnerability) in some software you use which could allow them to take actions against your best interests. You may have heard about...
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Discounted Cyber Security Certifications for Charities
We are delighted to be part of the #cybersecurecharities campaign to help registered charities enhance their defences against malicious cyber activity. We are offering discounts on cyber security certifications which will help you identify and implement security...
NCSC announces Lindy Cameron as new CEO
The National Cyber Security Centre – a part of GCHQ – has announced that Lindy Cameron will become its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Lindy Cameron said: “Over the past four years, the NCSC has transformed the UK’s approach to cyber security and...
NCSC and ICO clarify roles in assisting cyber breach victims
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) have agreed a new policy on how they will collaborate to support victims of cyber breaches. The new policy clarifies the respective organisations' roles and what the customers...
Cyber In The News
Request your FREE breached password check
A cache containing more than 700 million email addresses and passwords has been located by security researchers. The data has been processed and loaded into the highly respected HaveIBeenPwned? website which has been collecting data from similar breaches since 2013....
Phishing campaign targets students by offering tax refunds
University students have been bombarded with fake tax refund emails in the last month, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has warned. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-46234014 If you receive emails / texts claiming to be from HMRC which you suspect are fake, you can...
Top banks in cyber-attack ‘war game’
The Bank of England is testing the UK's ability to withstand a major cyber-attack on financial institutions. The Bank of England's press release says: “This exercise forms a vital part of the sector wide biennial process that seeks to ensure the industry is prepared...