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Email security- how to recognise phishing attacks

Jun 14, 2021 | Cyber Essentials, cyberthreats, Emails

One of the most common communication methods amongst businesses is through email. However like with most things, emails come with their own vulnerabilities and security problems. A lot of businesses will have a low security email system in order to receive emails from new and existing clients. A high security email system poses the issue of not receiving all emails which can be disruptive and inefficient in a work environment. This is why it is important to understand how to recognise fraudulent and ‘phishing’ emails and the best practises on staying safe whilst communicating through emails.

cyber crime- what is it?

Jun 7, 2021 | Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security, cyberthreats

From the minute that you connect your device to the internet, you have entered the cyber world where a lot of cyber criminals are lurking with the intent to commit crime. In this blog post we will also mention some of the most important and basic security procedures to keep you and your devices safe.

Conduct a Cyber Risk Assessment in 2021

May 17, 2021 | Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security, cyberthreats

Most businesses acknowledge the importance that cyber security risks pose to their business. However, we haven’t seen many businesses prioritise their cyber security and many have failed to develop any strategies to effectively respond to these cyber threats. A study by Microsoft in 2019 has found that 62% of executives ranked cyber security as the top-five risk management priority and only 30% had developed a risk management plan to manage the cyber security risks.

Where to begin with Cyber Essentials

May 10, 2021 | Business, Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security, Remote Working

Cyber essentials certification is an assessment that takes place internally & performs a check of your security systems. Cyber Essentials Plus certification requires a third party vulnerability assessment of your security systems in order to earn your accreditation.

Cyber Essentials- 5 frequently asked questions

May 3, 2021 | Cyber Essentials, Cyber Security, Remote Working

With the significant innovation and advancement of technology there has also been a significant increase in the number of cyber security breaches in the recent years which has only amplified during the pandemic. Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme that helps businesses implement basic cyber security controls within infrastructure to have the protection there against common cybersecurity threats.

Cyber Essentials During Lockdown

Feb 22, 2021 | Cyber Essentials

Solutions 4 IT can provide remote Cyber Essential audits to ensure your business and workforce are secure and safe from the ever-present danger of cybercrime.

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