EMPLOYEE AWARENESS MONTH: 79% of organisations suffered a human-related data breach in last year

Research indicates companies are pouring an increasing number of resources into their security awareness and training (SA&T) programmes, with 96% of respondents allocate between 5% to 20% of their security budgets to awareness training, while 78% train employees at least monthly. However, it was found that human-related breaches are still happening at an alarming rate. […]
Cyber Secure Forum: Last chance to secure your delegate place!

Are you interested in attending the Cyber Secure Forum on November 7th in London? There’s a free spot for you, so join 60 of your industry peers and a host of leading suppliers! 7th of November – Hilton, London Canary Wharf Your pass is completely complimentary – ⭐ Book online here ⭐ The day offers the opportunity […]
November is Malware Month on Cyber Security Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!

Each month on Cyber Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the cyber security market – and in November we’re focussing on Malware solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help IT security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a Malware solutions […]
OPINION: Data Management doesn’t have to cost the earth

Data has long been recognised to be the most valuable asset held by any organisation and, with the arrival of accessible generative AI tools, the potential to exploit the information resource is enormous. 59% of CEOs cite AI as the technology that will have the biggest impact on their industry over the next three years. However, […]
EMPLOYEE AWARENESS MONTH: The key trends to watch out for as we head into 2025

Human error remains one of the most common causes of security breaches, making staff training and awareness essential components of any cybersecurity strategy. Here are the latest trends that senior IT professionals need to be aware of in 2024 and beyond… 1. Gamified Cybersecurity Training To increase engagement and retention, gamified cybersecurity training is becoming more […]
Achieve real behaviour change: Human Risk Review 2024

New research from SoSafe reveals that 85% of UK security professionals consider today’s cyber threat landscape to be the most challenging in five years, with only 44% expecting improvement in the next 12 months. SoSafe’s 2024 Human Risk Review highlights this increasing danger, based on insights from over 1,250 security leaders and 3.2 million data points from […]
VULNERABILITY MANAGEMENT MONTH: Your checklist for selecting the best partners

Vulnerability management is a critical component of a robust cybersecurity strategy. For senior professionals in the UK’s public and private sectors, selecting the right solution provider is essential to protect their organisations from cyber threats. Here’s how delegates at the Cyber Secure Forum approach the task… Key Considerations for Supplier Selection Common Mistakes to Avoid Top Tips […]
One third of enterprises will automate 50% of network activities by 2026

By 2026, 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities, an increase from under 10% in mid-2023. “Infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders are increasingly looking to AI-based analytics and augmented decision making, including intelligent automation (IA), to improve operational resilience and responsiveness, address complexity and process increasingly large amounts of data through […]
Data centres given Critical National Infrastructure status in UK – what does this mean for data centre providers?

By David Varney, partner at UK law firm Burges Salmon Earlier this month, the Technology Secretary Peter Kyle declared that UK data centres will now be classified as Critical National Infrastructure (UK CNI), marking the first new CNI designation since 2015. UK CNI constitutes critical elements of infrastructure of which the loss or compromise could result in […]
Cyber Secure Forum: Where the industry meets to connect and learn

Join us in November at the Cyber Secure Forum, where top speakers such as Ben Owen – Co-Founder of the OSINT Group, will be sharing their experience and knowledge – Register today! 7th of November – Hilton, London Canary Wharf Your pass is completely complimentary – ⭐ Book online here ⭐ OPENING PRESENTATION “The Data Dilemma: Balancing Online Sharing with […]