New research conducted by ISACA found that 62% of people believe that AI will have a positive impact on audit/assurance in the next year – the highest number compared to other areas like risk, compliance, security, IT strategy/governance, and privacy. ISACA’s 2024 AI Pulse Poll also found that people are uncertain about AI. In fact, […] The post European IT …

Dr. Martin J. Kraemer, ​Security Awareness Advocate​ at Knowbe4, gives his advice on where to organisations can start to act now with the impending NIS2 regulation    While EU member states must introduce the Network and Information Systems Directive 2022 (NIS2) into their national law by October 2024, not all appear ready to meet this […] The post NIS2 Directive …

Since the rise of generative AI in late 2022, a lot has been written about the impact of these tools on cybersecurity. Over $1.1 billion was made in ransomware payments in 2023 alone – and the harsh reality is that cybercriminals, now fuelled by AI technologies, are becoming increasingly prolific, persistent and sophisticated in their […] The post How to …

A career in cyber security is incredibly rewarding. Each day practitioners are met with new challenges that test their problem solving and critical thinking skills. It rewards creativity and can make a tangible impact on a business, its customers and society. High levels of demand for cyber security expertise also means that it’s one of […] The post What skills …

The consequences of a successful cyber attack can be disastrous. From substantial financial loss to significant reputational damage, they can lead to untold operational disruption. Yet despite the clear and present danger, some businesses continue to deprioritise cyber security, with a concerning 15% failing to invest in cyber security measures. Whether this is a calculated […] The post Kicking cyber …

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has officially published its highly anticipated Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) for post-quantum cryptography (PQC). This significant development will affect a broad range of entities, including financial institutions and government agencies, particularly those subject to regulatory obligations. Now is an opportune time for businesses of all sizes […] The post New Post …

This week, SASE pros, Cato Networks have published the Q2 2024 Cato CTRL SASE Threat Report, which provides insights into the threat landscape across several key areas: hacking communities and the dark web, enterprise security and network security. The report found that threat actors are selling data and source code from major brands on the dark web. […] The post New Threat …

According to research from Absolute Security, over half (54%) of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) feel their security team is unprepared for evolving AI-powered threats. The findings were uncovered in the  Absolute Security United Kingdom CISO Cyber Resilience Report 2024, which surveyed 250 UK CISOs at enterprise organisations to assess the state of cyber resilience, […] The post AI-powered cyber …

Databarracks’ Data Health Check – an annual survey of 500 UK IT decision makers – found that while more organisations than ever have cyber insurance, the number of claims is down. 66% of those surveyed report having insurance specifically for cyber in 2024, rising from 51% over the past two years. But as more organisations […] The post Cyber insurance …

Ransomware attacks are a growing menace. Malicious actors are constantly honing their tactics to exploit vulnerabilities and extort ransoms from businesses and individuals. These attacks can cause significant financial and reputational damage, making it crucial for businesses to stay vigilant. Understanding the signs and common missteps leading to such attacks is vital to strengthening cybersecurity […] The post Dodging the …