Cyber Security for
Technology Firms
Tech firms and digital enterprises handle vast amounts of confidential and sensitive data that they are responsible for protecting and keeping secure, with much of this information forming the foundation of a firms digital ecosystem.
As a result, tech firms are a prime target for cyber criminals - from user information to proprietary research and financial data, the potential risk are both significant and costly.
TECH SECTOR CHALLENGES IN THE FACE OF CYBER THREATS
+ Supply Chain & Third-Party Vulnerabilities
Many tech firms rely on third-party vendors, open-source software, and external cloud providers. A single compromised partner or dependency can introduce hidden vulnerabilities into systems, leading to large-scale security incidents that are difficult to trace or contain.
+ Managing Reputation & Customer Trust
A cyber incident can severely harm a tech firm’s reputation. When user data or intellectual property is compromised, customers and partners may lose confidence in the company’s ability to protect sensitive information. This erosion of trust can lead to long-term brand damage - often costing far more than the original breach itself.
+ Ransomware & Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Cyber criminals and state-sponsored actors often target tech companies with sophisticated attacks designed to steal intellectual property, disrupt services, or extort money. These threats can linger undetected within networks for months, causing severe operational and financial damage.
£4.12M
average cost of a data breach for tech firms in 2024
- Ponemon Institute, 2024
MOST COMMON ATTACK VECTORS IN THE TECH SECTOR
1. PHISHING & SOCIAL ENGINEERING
Attackers trick employees into revealing credentials or clicking malicious links, often using highly convincing, personalised messages (spear-phishing).
2. RANSOMWARE & MALWARE
Malicious software encrypts or steals company data, disrupting operations until a ransom is paid. Tech firms are frequent targets because of their valuable intellectual property and operational data.
3. CLOUD MISCONFIGURATIONS
With most tech companies relying on cloud services (AWS, Azure, etc.), poorly configured storage buckets, APIs, or permissions often expose sensitive data to the internet.
4. SUPPLY CHAIN & THIRD-PARTY COMPROMISE
Attackers exploit vulnerabilities in software libraries, third-party vendors, or open-source dependencies.
5. INSIDER THREATS (MALICIOUS OR ACCIDENTAL)
Employees or contractors may intentionally leak information or inadvertently expose systems through negligence, weak passwords, or use of unauthorised tools.
5. ZERO-DAY EXPLOITS & VULNERABILITIES
Threat actors take advantage of unknown or unpatched software vulnerabilities before developers can issue fixes - a major concern for tech firms developing and maintaining complex systems.
PROTECTING TECH FIRMS FROM CYBER THREATS
PureCyber helps tech firms and digital enterprises across the UK safeguard their customer and operational data with tailored, industry-leading & CREST-certified cyber security solutions.
+ Proven track record securing & protecting UK technology firms
+ Deep understanding of sector-specific risks (client data, legacy systems, remote work vulnerabilities)
+ UK-based team recognised by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
UK-based cyber experts with proven experience safeguarding organisations like yours.
Want to discover more? Get In touch and find out what we can do for you.
HOW PURECYBER WILL SECURE YOUR ORGANISATION:
Comprehensive, 24/7 Active Threat Protection - Our combined cyber security solutions offer you a complete package of 24/7 protection, proactive threat intelligence, expert consultancy & real-world attack simulations to ensure you are prepared, compliant and secure.
Only need a particular service? Our team of expert cyber security and governance specialists will work alongside your organisation to offer support across a range of services:
Managed SOC Services:
From 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) monitoring & MXDR (Managed Extended Detection & Response), to Threat Exposure Management (TEM), Vulnerability Scanning, Managed Detection & Response/Endpoint Protection, Phishing Simulations, Breach Monitoring and Incident Response, we have all the managed cyber security solutions you need to keep your network secure - safe in the knowledge that your systems are being monitored and protected by an expert team of cyber professionals.
Penetration Testing:
Identify potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses in your network/systems with Application Testing, Infrastructure Testing, Red Teaming & IT Health Checks. Our CREST certified team of penetration testers will push your network security to it’s limits, remediating vulnerabilities and offering insight into the health our your IT environment.
Governance Support:
Ensuring your organisation is compliant with regulatory requirements and expectations is the backbone of your organisational cyber security. As an NCSC Certified Assurance Provider, our consultancy services offer guidance and support in improving organisations cyber policies, achieving accreditations, auditing cyber posture and approach and reaching compliance standards.
Our certified team of Lead Auditors, Lead Implementors, and CISSP consultants are here to guide and support you on all aspect of your cyber security compliance needs including consultancy on CE, CEP & IASME, ISO27001, Incident Response Simulation, Cyber Security Audits, vCISO & Awareness Training.
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Cyber Essentials:
Question Set Update 2025
Some significant adjustments have been made to the Cyber Essentials self-assessment question set - with these changes due to come into effect on 28th April 2025
