Risk & Compliance Predictions for 2021: A Not to Miss Webinar

If change is the only constant in cyber security, then what will the year ahead of us bring? How can we prepare for ever-evolving threats?   Register for the webinar: Risk & Compliance Predictions for 2021 The session will cover: The challenges of greater enforcement Ransomware and the next generation of threat vectors What boards […]

Mismanagement: Flaws in Privileged Management Apps Expose Machines to Attack

management apps expose machines to attack

The Intel Support Assistant utility was found to be vulnerable to privilege escalation through file manipulation and symbolic links, putting millions of Windows users at risk. The impact: The Intel Support Assistant was found to interact insecurely with nonprivileged data and directories, giving attackers the ability to execute code as privileged programs by modifying a […]

Secure Your SME to Detour Hacker Attacks

SME Hacker Attacks

It is estimated that six in ten SMEs that suffer a breach are likely to go out of business within six months. With COVID-19 having a huge impact on profitability this year, no business can easily recover financially from a cyber attack. Cyber security is essential to the business’s risk management programme regardless of size. […]

6 Good Reasons to Get Cyber Liability Insurance

Cyber Security Insurance

This is a guest article written by Stewart Ruffles. The author’s views are entirely his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Risk Crew. Enjoy! Technology is a must for many businesses — but it comes at a risk. The extent to which businesses rely on technology varies. Some may manage a modestly […]

What to Include in Your Security Testing Supplier’s Agreement

A successful penetration test requires good preparation with an airtight service-level contract between the customer and a supplier that helps both to achieve the ultimate goal: security. Listed in this post are some important items to include in the contract. These are by no means a full and comprehensive list but should serve to help […]

What Are the Benefits of Cyber Essentials Plus?

CE Plus Benefits

Certifying to Cyber Essentials Plus Although many organisations pursue Cyber Essentials Plus (CE+) certification in order to meet public sector contract requirements, there are other numerous benefits of Cyber Essentials Plus. These are self-evident to most information security professionals, but in case you’re struggling for words here they are. Reassure customers that you are working […]

Free Webinar – Protect Against Your Biggest Threat — People

Did you know that human error caused 90% of UK data breaches in 2019, according to the ICO? Register for this free webinar and find out how to mitigate this imminent threat with current best practices and training methods for the workplace – whether that is in the office or at home. Plus you’ll get […]

Should I Be Worried About Mobile Phone Hacking?

“But my phone cannot be hacked!” Phrases like this are far too common and can hold significant consequences. For one, those who believe any device they use is impenetrable are unaware of the threats they face. Historically, these statements have a 100% chance of being wrong and have demonstrated that cyber security is a marathon, […]

4 Working from Home Security Tips

4 Working from Home Security Tips

The Covid-19 pandemic made it imperative for organisations to conduct business remotely in order to stay competitive during the UK lockdown. Many have adjusted quickly, changing the way they deliver services, connect and communicate with employees in their new working from home (WFH) environment. HR policies may have been changed to allow for WFH but […]

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