Exploring the second quantum revolution
The first coverage of the topic of Quantum Computing by CyberSolace, with recent examples of reports from industry outlining the progress, threats and opportunities associated.
Fraud In The UK – A 2023 Update
According to the most recent UK Government survey, one in 15 people in the UK are victims of scams, making fraud the most prevalent type of crime in the country. Scammers exploit modern technology to target their victims through various online channels, affecting nine out of ten Internet users at some point. The estimated annual cost of fraud is £7 billion
Global Spyware Attacks Continue – The Silent Threat
Spyware threat continues despite pledges by governments to curb its use. It typically targets journalists, activists, lawyers, political figures and other persons of interest that carry some socio-political dimension to nation state actors.
UK Education Sector Hit Hard By Ransomware Gangs
Over the last 12 months, the education sector in the UK suffered far more than in other countries. Education was the target in 16% of known attacks in the UK.
BCI Publishes Emergency & Crisis Communications Report 2023
THE BUSINESS Continuity Institute (BCI) has released this year’s Emergency and Crisis Communications Report. The report seeks to help organisations benchmark their tools, plans and procedures, but also to incentivise debate and showcase Best Practice for the design and implementation of crisis management plans.
The state of cyber risk management in the maritime industry
The Great Disconnect report finds shipowners pay an average of $3.1 million in ransoms due to cyber attacks.
Cyber-attack on Maritime Industry Software
A ransomware attack shut down servers hosting software used to manage the crewing and maintenance schedules of about 1,000 vessels across the globe.
Private-Equity Firms Tighten Focus on Cybersecurity
Private-equity companies are taking a closer look at how their portfolio companies manage their cybersecurity, often before a deal is signed.
DLA Piper GDPR Fines and Data Breach Survey: January 2023
DLA Piper’s latest annual General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Fines and Data Breach Survey of the 27 European Union Member states plus the UK, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
The Ever Present Risk Of Software Failures
The National Preparedness Commission and The Chartered Institute for IT report, "Elephant In The Room", highlighting what could be done to reduce the impact of software failures on the UK’s economy and society.
