We’re not sure why the UK National Cyber Security Centre doesn’t require this key feature

Cyber Essentials, the UK government-backed certification that’s highly recommended for financial institutions to use as a starting reference point for securing users and client data, does not mandate the use of encryption. This certification, provided by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), is a vital framework for businesses looking to bolster their cyber security posture. …

Think Your Company Devices are Protected Because You Have Anti-Virus Installed? Think Again!

Many businesses rely heavily on anti-virus software as their primary line of defense against cyber threats. However, this alone is not sufficient to ensure comprehensive protection. A financial services client recently discovered that despite having robust anti-virus protection, they still fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack. The attackers bypassed the anti-virus defenses and encrypted …