The GOV.UK Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 is out and reveals that 43% of UK businesses and 30% of charities experienced a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months. We review and highlight some key data protection points.
📢 This week the news has reported cyber attacks on several major UK retailers: Marks and Spencer, the Co-op and Harrods, all of which have given everyone a stark reminder of the ever-present and evolving threat of cyber crime.
📢🏛️ We've published some new resources for governing bodies about data protection and cyber security. Governors can be added to our Knowledge Bank platform as part of your subscription with us at no extra charge.
🏆🥊🛡️When we meet with schools we are often asked whether we think they should be looking at the DfE Digital Standards or Cyber Essentials, aren't they the same?
✅ 🔒 Organisation's rely heavily on third-party software suppliers for day to day business. We explore the critical aspects of software supplier due diligence and why it should be a priority for every organisation.
🏴☠️ 📢 A school is closed today and tomorrow as the result of a ransomware cyber attack.
🗝️🛡️ In a world where cyber attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, protecting sensitive information and user accounts has never been more critical. Traditional passwords are rapidly being replaced by a more advanced and secure solution: passkeys. This article explores the benefits of passkeys, their role in preventing cyber attacks, and what to do if a system does not yet support them.
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