Day: 13 September 2025
What is Ransomware and How Does it Affect SMBs?
Ransomware is malware that encrypts files, rendering them unusable until a ransom payment is made. Cybercriminals typically demand payment in cryptocurrencies like BitCoin to decrypt the data, and it can be difficult or impossible for victims to recover their original files without paying the ransom. The most well-known example of
Read MoreCloud Security Essentials
Cloud Security provides comprehensive protection for your cloud environments. It includes identity and access management, ensuring only authorized users have access to sensitive data. It also includes a comprehensive set of data security controls, including encryption of data at rest and in transit, preventing it from being read by attackers.
Read MorePhishing – A Costly Threat to Cybersecurity
Phishing is when attackers lure people into sharing their information, usually by impersonating trusted individuals or companies. They often use a sense of urgency to provoke action, for example threatening account suspension or money loss. This can cause victims to click on a malicious link, enter their credentials into a
Read MoreCybercrime and the NCA
Cybercrime is any crime committed by using a computer or network. It can range from hacking into a computer system to steal personal information or launch denial-of-service attacks, to the more serious crime of stealing sensitive business data and selling it to other criminals. Cybercrimes can have profound effects on
Read MoreWhat Is Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is about protecting digital systems and networks from unauthorized access, disruptions or theft of data. It encompasses a wide range of tools and techniques like antivirus software, vulnerability scanning, firewalls and data encryption. A strong cybersecurity strategy also includes redundancies and backup systems that ensure system availability in the
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