Cyber Security for Schools and Universities

Protect your institution with cutting-edge strategies. Learn about the latest trends in cyber security for schools and universities, focusing on safeguarding against digital threats while fostering a secure learning environment

The education sector in the UK is facing an increasing array of cyber threats. Schools, colleges, and universities hold a wealth of sensitive data, including personal student records, financial details, and intellectual property. With the growing reliance on digital platforms and online learning, the attack surface for cyber threats has expanded significantly. Effective cyber security […]

Safeguarding the Games: Cyber Security Measures for the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Olympics is one of the most significant sporting events globally, attracting millions of spectators, athletes, and media coverage. This immense attention also draws cyber criminals looking to exploit vulnerabilities for financial gain, data theft, or disruption of services. Cyber security for the Olympics is no simple feat. Protecting the personal information of millions of […]

Microsoft and CrowdStrike Outage

As you may be aware, there is a current Microsoft and CrowdStrike issue. We appreciate this may be a stressful time for you and your team and we hope with this blog will shed some clarity on the situation.   The recent Microsoft outage, which led to the infamous “Blue Screen of Death” for many […]

Secon and Quod Orbis: Elevating Cyber Security Standards and Enhancing Organisational Resilience

Secon is thrilled to announce our partnership with Quod Orbis, a leader in Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM). This collaboration brings advanced real-time visibility and automation to enhance cybersecurity controls and risk management. Quod Orbis’s innovative CCM platform supports compliance with major international security frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and DORA. Together, we aim to provide a comprehensive view of your cybersecurity landscape, driving significant efficiency gains and improving service delivery.

Navigating DORA: Essential Insights for Financial and Payment Institutions

The European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a landmark regulatory initiative aimed at enhancing the digital operational resilience of entities within financial sector or those relating to it. DORA focuses on strengthening the digital operational resilience of these entities through robust ICT risk management, comprehensive testing, incident reporting, third-party risk management, and proactive […]

Camden Council and Hoxhunt: Engaged Employees Reducing Cyber Risk Through Behavioural Change

Humans remain the primary source of cyber security risk, responsible for 82% of data breaches. Traditional security awareness training often falls short as threat actors evolve their tactics. At Secon, we partner with Hoxhunt, a Human Risk Management Platform, to address this issue. Hoxhunt leverages AI, behavioural science, and advanced automation to foster cultural change […]

How do I recover from a ransomware attack?

Ransomware attacks continue to surge, necessitating a robust ransomware recovery plan for businesses. A successful ransomware attack restricts access to devices and steals critical data, often compelling businesses to pay a ransom to regain access or recover information. Ensuring business continuity through proper planning can lead to faster resolutions and peace of mind. This article […]

Secon’s New Vendor Partner, Vicarius: A Leader in AI Vulnerability Remediation

At Secon, we are thrilled to announce our new vendor partnership with Vicarius, a pioneering force in AI-driven vulnerability remediation. This partnership is not just a testament to our commitment to forefront cyber security innovation but also aligns with our mission to arm organisations with cutting-edge defences against the evolving cyber threat landscape. Vicarius equips security […]

Strengthening Cyber Security Governance for UK SMEs: A Comprehensive Approach

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique cyber security challenges. With limited resources and increasing compliance demands (GDPR, ISO 27001, IASME Cyber Essentials), proactive measures are crucial. At Secon, we help SMEs enhance their cybersecurity with key strategies such as vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to identify and fix vulnerabilities, regular IT health checks to ensure system integrity and compliance, incident response planning and forensic analysis to manage breaches and understand threat tactics, and SIEM and SOC implementation for 24/7 monitoring and proactive threat response. Strengthen your defences with Secon’s expert support.