Are You Ready for PCI DSS v4.0.1? 47 Mandatory Changes Coming in April 2025
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a globally recognised framework established to safeguard payment card data and reduce fraud. In June 2024, the PCI Security Standards Council released PCI DSS version 4.0.1, introducing significant updates to address emerging security threats and provide organisations with greater flexibility in achieving compliance. Notably, 47 […]
Building a Resilient Security Culture: 3 Steps to Turn Employees Into Your Best Defence
Cyber security threats are evolving rapidly, but one constant remains: human behaviour is a critical factor in cyber risk. According to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, 68% of cyber security breaches involve the human element. Despite significant investments in security technology, organisations continue to experience breaches due to human error, social engineering, and poor […]
A Deep Dive into the Different Types of Penetration Tests
As cyber threats continue to evolve, organisations must take a proactive approach to securing their systems, data, and digital assets. One of the most effective ways to do this is through penetration testing. Penetration testing is a simulated cyberattack conducted to identify vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can exploit them. It is not a one-size-fits-all approach. […]
AI Phishing: How AI is Making Attacks More Sophisticated?
Phishing, the art of tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information, has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, primarily due to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). What was once a crude, easily detectable cybercrime method has now become an insidious, highly targeted, and nearly undetectable threat. AI-driven phishing attacks are not only more convincing […]
Moving From FUD to Facts: Communicating Cyber Risk Effectively
For decades, the cyber security industry has relied on Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) to communicate risk. However, as discussed in our recentwebinar with KnowBe4, this approach is becoming increasingly ineffective. Javvad Malik, Lead Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, highlighted the diminishing impact of fear-based messaging, explaining that when everything is framed as an urgent […]
Securing APIs for the Future: Lessons from Dr. Katie Paxton Fear’s Webinar
APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are the backbone of modern digital innovation, powering mobile apps, cloud integrations, and countless business processes. However, while they drive efficiency and enable new possibilities, the lack of robust API security can expose organisations to significant risks, making their protection a critical priority. In our recent webinar, So, You Need API […]
How Can You Mitigate Cyber Security Risk in the Financial Sector?
The financial sector is one of the most critical components of the global economy. It is an industry that manages vast amounts of sensitive data, high-value transactions, and customer trust on a daily basis. Unfortunately, this significance also makes it one of the most attractive targets for cybercriminals. The stakes are enormous, a single breach […]
Vulnerability Remediation: A Critical Component of Risk Management
Vulnerability remediation is a cornerstone of effective cyber security. The rapid pace of technological innovation has transformed the way organisations operate, creating new efficiencies and opportunities but also introducing significant risks. Every piece of software, hardware, or digital process within an organisation carries the potential for vulnerabilities, weaknesses that malicious actors can exploit to gain […]
How To Communicate Cyber Security Risk Effectively with the Board
Cyber security risk is no longer an isolated IT issue; it has become a significant business concern with the power to impact profitability, operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and brand reputation. As such, boards must view it as a strategic priority rather than a technical challenge. To ensure long-term resilience, cyber security leaders must go beyond […]