88% of UK businesses have suffered a cyber attack in the last year
The UK’s cyber threat environment is intensifying, with attacks growing in volume along with an increased amount of security breaches. New research, commissioned by leading next-generation endpoint security company Carbon Black and released in its second UK Threat Report, found that: 88% of UK organisations reported suffering a breach in the last 12 months The […]
Tech Nation rolls out cybersecurity business growth initiative
A panel of senior executives working within the tech and security sectors will assist in the selection of the 20 most promising cyber companies within the UK as part of an ambitious project designed to help build and grow business in domestic and global markets. Tech Nation, a UK network of digital tech entrepreneurs, has […]
Take care of all your IT security needs this July
The Security IT Summit takes place on July 2nd in London, providing cybersecurity experts with a unique opportunity to discover new solutions and learn new skills. You are invited to attend for FREE as a VIP guest, with your ticket also including lunch and refreshments. You’ll be matched for series of pre-arranged, 1-2-1 meetings with suppliers […]
UK begins cybersecurity diversity drive
Four new projects across England to encourage more women, BAME, and neurodiverse candidates into a career in cyber security have been announced by Digital Minister Margot James. They will each jointly benefit from a total investment of at least £500,000 as part of the next round of the Cyber Skills Immediate Impact Fund (CSIIF). The […]
Hi-tech car theft warning from Which?
New research by consumer watchdog Which? has found that four of the five best-selling car brands in the UK are susceptible to so called ‘keyless theft’. Analysed data from roadside recovery organisation General German Automobile Club (ADAC) by Which? revealed that out of 237 keyless cars tested by ADAC for keyless attacks only three remained […]
Network and learn with 60 other senior cyber security professionals
The Security IT Summit provides a unique opportunity for you to learn and hone skills, plus network with other security peers from across the UK. You are invited to attend for FREE as a VIP guest, with your ticket also including lunch and refreshments. 2 July 2019 – Hilton Canary Wharf, London You’ll be matched […]
Government wants to ‘design out’ cyber threats
Business Secretary has announced measures for the UK to become a ‘world leader’ in the race against cyber security threats. The government says businesses and consumers will benefit from increased security and protections built into digital devices and online services with the help of up to £70 million in government investment through the Industrial Strategy Challenge […]
Millennials ‘most vulnerable’ to phishing attacks
‘Digital savvy’ millennials are more likely to fall victim to cyber threats than baby boomers and older generations, demonstrating a concerning lack of knowledge on cyber threats such as phishing and ransomware. New research, commissioned by cybersecurity and compliance company Proofpoint for their fifth annual ‘State of the Phish’ report, also revealed that 83 percent […]
Do you provide Access Control solutions? We want to hear from you!
Each month on IT Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the cyber security market – in February we’re focussing on Access Control 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 an Access Control solutions specialist […]
Hiscox reveals results of staged ‘real world’ Brompton cyber attack
Hiscox recently collaborated with iconic bike manufacturer Brompton to stage a ‘real world’ cyber attack, simulating the effects by constructing a complete clone of Brompton Bicycle’s east-London store overnight, hiring ‘staff’ and stocking shelves with counterfeit merchandise. The fake store, called ‘3rompton,’ opened its doors to the public on the opposite side of the road […]
