The role of a CISO has evolved significantly, far surpassing the boundaries of traditional IT management. In the modern, digitalised business environment, CISOs are responsible for securing increasingly complex digital ecosystems against a wide variety of cyber threats - We delve into the changing nature of Cyber Security, the unseen pressures that CISOs and IT leads are facing and how these factors contribute to an increased stress on cyber security personnel.

Everyone loves the festive season - and unfortunately, so do cyber criminals. As businesses focus on wrapping up the year and preparing for the Christmas holidays, cyber criminals take advantage of the distractions and reduced vigilance. The run-up to Christmas and New Year is often a stressful time for IT and cyber security teams, especially with reduced workforces, increased workloads and an increase in high-impact ransomware attacks during periods of operational downtime.

In the era of digitalisation, many organisations now rely entirely on digital systems, making sensitive information vulnerable and often stored across multiple locations worldwide, with varying levels of protection. DORA aims to address this issue by setting a baseline for ICT (Information and Communication Technology) resilience in the financial sector…

Small and medium-sized accounting firms are increasingly becoming prime targets for cyber criminals. Accounting firms have experienced a staggering 300% increase in cyber-attacks since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, strengthening cyber security posture must become a top priority for firms seeking to defend against the rising tide of cyber threats….

As Cyber Security Awareness Month concludes at PureCyber, we turn our attention to one of the most pressing issues in the tech world - Artificial Intelligence. The rapid integration of AI across various sectors has revolutionised not only business operations but also the strategies employed to combat an ever-evolving array of cyber threats. We explore the various ways AI is changing the threat landscape and how organisations are harnessing AI’s advancements to bolster their defence efforts…

As organisations across various sectors continue to embrace digital transformation, the benefits of enhanced efficiency and convenience are accompanied by a significant risk: the evolving landscape of cyber threats. In 2023, the professional and business services industry emerged as the third most targeted sector, accounting for approximately 15% of all cyber-attacks…

As part of PureCyber's Cyber Security Awareness Month campaign, we’re exploring the impact of phishing - a prevalent and often underestimated cyber threat. Outlining various ways in which phishing can affect your organisation and employees, we look in-detail at how you can identify and avoid potential phishing attacks within your workplace and underscore the importance of fostering a culture of organisational cyber awareness…

Continuing our Cyber Security Awareness Month campaign, PureCyber explores the concept of cyber “paranoia” and its dual nature in the workplace. We examine the fine line between paranoia and vigilance, emphasising the importance of fostering a culture of awareness without resorting to fear, as well as effective strategies to keep cyber security at the forefront of employees’ minds, giving you the tools to cultivate a responsible and alert workforce…

The NIS2 Framework represents a critical evolution in the European Union’s cyber security legislation, expanding the scope and rigor of the original NIS Directive. Set to be enforced from October 17, 2024, NIS2 imposes stringent security requirements on a broad range of essential and important organizations, including sectors such as energy, finance, health, and digital infrastructure.

Cyber Security Awareness Month serves as a crucial platform for educating organisations and their employees about the persistent and evolving risks posed by cyber threats. As organisations often become preoccupied with identifying new cyber challenges, foundational security practices can inadvertently become neglected, leading to vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can exploit…

Typically, a business’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) steps in to protect an organisation and safeguard its data and other digital assets. But what does a vCISO actually do, and should you recruit one..?

Acronyms and buzzwords often feel hard to escape in cyber security, but ‘posture’ is one that you don’t want to dismiss. The term ‘cyber security posture’ refers to the overall security status of an organisation’s network and information systems. Think of it like your business’s immune system – ready to defend against potential cyber attacks and keep everything healthily ticking along.

No business is immune. With new attack methods and constantly changing technology, organisations must be well-prepared and ready to respond when a breach happens. Do you know what to do when your business is attacked? Are you confident in the processes you’ve put in place to deal with a breach?

Due to one flawed update, millions of devices around the world went down on Friday July 19th 2024. What caused it and what are the cybersecurity implications?

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, or ‘Industry 4.0’, has transformed how goods are designed, manufactured, and distributed. AI advancements enhance connectivity, productivity, and adaptability across industries but also introduce complex vulnerabilities.

Supply chain cybersecurity has become a critical focus area amidst increasing interconnectedness, and with rising threats and notable cyber-attacks, organisations must adopt strong security measures to safeguard operations.

PureCyber is thrilled to announce a £5 million investment from BGF, one of the UK and Ireland's most prominent growth capital investors, to bolster their cyber security offering and expedite their growth.

Glamorgan County Cricket Club announces a three-year partnership with PureCyber, an award-winning global cybersecurity leader in Cardiff.

After 18 months of successfully working together to jointly deliver cyber security and managed IT solutions to corporate businesses across the UK, Skye Cloud and PureCyber are delighted to announce a formal partnership between the two companies to enhance cyber security for UK businesses.

In our interconnected digital landscape, supply chain cyber-attacks are a significant and growing threat. Targeting links between various entities and exploiting vulnerabilities to infiltrate and disrupt systems. By compromising suppliers, attackers can access multiple organisations, bypassing direct security measures that individual organisations may deploy.