Tag Archive: cyber security

7 New Types of Malware to Watch Out For

New types of malware are emerging at an alarming pace. Malware, short for malicious software, continues to be one of the most significant dangers to individuals and businesses alike, it can cause devastating financial losses, compromise sensitive data, and disrupt essential operations. As technology advances, cybercriminals develop more sophisticated and elusive malware strains that are increasingly difficult to detect and combat. 1. Polymorphic Malware – Constantly Changing to Avoid Detection Polymorphic malware is one of the most deceptive threats in...

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What are the Consequences of a GDPR breach?

Have you seen the headlines about the consequences of a GDPR breach? The biggest fine so far was to Meta Platforms in 2023 for 1.2 billion Euros and the first prison sentence due to misuse of a customer’s personal information. What is GDPR? GDPR is a regulatory framework designed to protect the personal data of individuals within the EU. It mandates how businesses collect, store, process, and share data. Key principles of GDPR include: GDPR applies to any organisation that...

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Penetration Testing

We’re delighted to partner and refer Al W. at Mongoose Cyber Security to offer penetration testing. Mongoose [noun] – a slender, ferret-like carnivore. Noted especially for its ability to kill cobras and other venomous snakes. Mongoose Cyber Security, here to kill your cobras. We are a team of dedicated, ex-military professionals who believe that penetration testing can be done better. To a higher standard. ​Penetration testing should be accessible to all businesses, regardless of size or budget. That’s why we offer...

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Uncover the hidden: How do I know if I am on the Dark Web?

Overview If you’re wondering, “How do I know if I am on the Dark Web?”, with so many data breaches happening these days, it’s common to worry about whether your personal information, like your email address, has ended up on there. Hackers often sell stolen emails and passwords on the dark web, and if your email is there, it could be used for scams, identity theft, or unauthorised access to your accounts. The thought of your email floating around on...

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Act Now! Protect your Inbox from Phishing Email Threats Before It’s Too Late

Over three billion phishing emails are sent daily, how do you figure out what’s safe and what isn’t? What is a phishing email? How do you know you’ve been hacked? Suspicious about an email? Opening an email is usually fairly safe, its the links and attachments you have to be aware of. Do not reply to it, click any links or download any attachments that could be after personal details. If in doubt, don’t open it. You’ve opened a dubious...

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Small and Medium Businesses Are Attacked Three Times more than Larger Ones

Do you feel you’re more secure from being attacked because you’re a small to medium business? Maybe you’re thinking you have nothing that a hacker would want? Why would they even know about your business? A new report from a cyber security firm called Barracuda Networks crushes this. Their report analysed millions of emails across thousands of organisations just like yours. It discovered that the small companies have a lot to worry about when it comes to IT security. Barracuda...

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What Type of Hackers are there and how are they Endangering Your Business Data? (And How to Protect Your Sensitive Info from Them)

Your data is pivotal to running a business. If you don’t have proper security measures in place, hackers can easily steal your data and take you out of business. Cybercriminals might be the biggest threat facing your company. Besides gaining access to your money and accounts, they can also take over critical software, preventing you from working with clients.  Any business can fall victim to hacking. However, small and medium businesses are particularly at risk even more so during the...

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