Why an unencrypted email is like a letter without an envelope
Businesses are increasingly using new and innovative options to communicate with colleagues and clients, from dedicated applications for mobile devices to online chat platforms. While…
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Six reasons why hackers spoof emails
Although spoofed emails are largely associated with spamming campaigns and targeted phishing attacks, there are multiple reasons why spammers and scammers adopt this tactic. Effortlessly…
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Four ways to sidestep spyware and viruses
Today’s IT professionals face a constant barrage of attacks from threat actors. Charged with protecting networks, servers and staff workstations, they must remain both proactive…
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Maze claims ownership of Canon ransomware attack
Threat operators of renowned ransomware group Maze have claimed responsibility for a targeted ransomware attack on multinational corporation Canon Inc. that was appears to have…
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Research reveals UK firms paid hackers over £200 million
Enterprises in the UK were struck by approximately 5,000 attacks using ransomware in 2019, resulting in pay-outs adding up to almost £210 million, according to…
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Getting to grips with email encryption
Put simply, encryption refers to a process that encodes a message in such a way that means only authorised individuals can obtain access to it.…
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Correct notification process following a data breach
A data breach is defined as a break in security that leads to the unlawful or accidental destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised access to or exposure…
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Data protection for enterprises
If your company uses or stores personal information as part of the work it is involved in, it is essential that you follow the clearly…
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North-Korean hackers swap tactics
A group of hackers known for having associations with the government of North Korea has recently
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Hacked start-ups admit breaches after huge data leak
Following the publication of stolen databases on a hacker forum, several start-up companies have started to disclose details about the data breaches they