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Here again, we are seeing calls for the Government to reduce the October 7th PSR regulation reimbursement limits to prevent "stifling innovation". However, It can be argued that reducing reimbursement limits would also stifle innovation in fraud prevention. It is true that the PSR's Regulation sets high targets, but we must also accept that this is in order to reduce crime and the proceeds of crime in our financial systems. https://lnkd.in/gjaEtuG2 #APPFraud #PSR #reimbursment

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75% of UK’s medium and large businesses faced a security incident last year, highlighting the urgent need for robust cyber defenses. With 30+ years of expertise, NetUtils is equipped to fortify your business against sophisticated cyber threats. Act now—secure your operations with our proven security solutions. #Cybersecurity #BusinessSecurity #UKBusinesses

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Interested in Cyber Essentials or looking to 'level up' your Cyber Security? 🛡️ The labdesk are working with the Birchwood Park, Warrington team and the supply chain to provide useful insights for your teams. 🔐🔐 If you would like to learn more, drop me a message... 😎 #labdesk #getITdone #cyberessentials #cybersecurity

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5 simple measures every organisation can do to help prevent cyber incidents 👇 We spoke to Cyber Incident Responder, Vanessa Horton, on her top tips: Very basic controls can get you a long way: 🟢Strong passwords and MFA [multifactor authentication] 🟢Anti-malware software 🟢Secure configuration 🟢Regular patching 🟢Firewalls Not doing these types of things just makes you a more likely target. I don’t like using the word ‘easy’, but that’s what you’re making yourself if you don’t patch or you use passwords like ‘Password123’: an easy target. You’re leaving the door wide open to threat actors. This also underlines the importance of prevention and detection. Cyber incident response planning doesn’t start with the response – any response is only triggered if you detect abnormalities. Read more from our 'A Practical Guide to Cyber Incident Response' with Cyber Incident Responder, Vanessa Horton 👉 https://ow.ly/7Ym150S452g #CyberSecurity #IncidentResponse #CyberIncident #Infosec

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Don't forget to register for next week's webinar. We've invited top experts from our vendor partners, CrowdStrike and Druva to join Saepio specialists in providing their insights into the current state of ransomware. They will also highlight critical areas for UK businesses to focus on. Join Joseph Hedegaard-Ganly, Claire Harratt, Craig H. and Colin West: 📅 7th August | 🕐 4pm | 💻 Webinar Click here to find out more or to register your space 👉 https://lnkd.in/d47xcGaW #riskmanagement #incidentresponse #cybersecurity

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𝟳𝟬% of UK business leaders 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 in the near future. But only 𝟯𝟱% 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 to tackle them effectively. With cyber threats evolving daily, staying ahead requires smarter, proactive tools. 𝗥𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 security solutions and eSignature technology protect your communications while enhancing efficiency. 💡 Act NOW before it’s too late! Explore RPost today and see how we can fortify your organization against cyber threats. https://rpost.com/ #cybersecurity #cyberthreats #ransomware #becscams #malware #phishing

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UK Businesses Expect a Cyber-attack, But Are They Prepared? “With incidents on the rise in both volume and frequency, preparation is key,” said Christian Reilly, CTO at Cloudflare Inc.  The majority (70%) of UK #business leaders expect to suffer a cybersecurity incident in the next 12 months, but only 35% of organisations feel well-prepared to deal with one. That’s according to new research from leading #connectivity #cloud company #Cloudflare, Inc. https://lnkd.in/ex5n_zue #cybernews #cybersecurity

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Getting ICO certification in the UK is a powerful way to demonstrate your commitment to data protection and privacy. 🛡️🇬🇧 Why is ICO certification essential for your business? ✅ Compliance with Data Laws: Proves that your business meets the highest data protection standards and aligns with UK GDPR regulations. 🤝 Builds Trust: Gives your customers confidence that their personal information is handled responsibly and securely. 🔒 Enhanced Reputation: Positions your company as a leader in data privacy, setting you apart from competitors. 💼 New Opportunities: Opens doors to partnerships and contracts with organizations that value data security. Achieving ICO certification shows that you take privacy seriously. It's not just about following the rules; it’s about putting your clients' trust at the forefront of your operations. Ready to enhance your company’s credibility and become a data protection leader? #ICOCertification #DataProtection #PrivacyMatters #TrustAndSecurity #BusinessExcellence

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What common misconceptions are there around cyber incident response? 🤔 We spoke to Cyber Incident Responder, Vanessa Horton, on the most common misconceptions: The big one is the [misplaced] belief that ‘it’s not going to happen to us’. Many organisations believe they won’t suffer a cyber incident, even if other organisations might. That’s a poor mindset to have because, for one, it’s wrong – everyone will suffer an incident at some point. But more importantly, this mindset leaves organisations unprepared for when they do suffer that breach, and haven’t got an incident responder on hand to keep the damage to a minimum. The fact that some big names have ‘been done’ recently shows how nobody’s safe. Not even big cyber threat actors! For example, not so long ago, LockBit [an infamous ransomware gang] got taken down. And various other ransomware groups, including Ragnar Locker and Black Basta, suffered the same fate. It just goes to show that no one’s above being successfully attacked. That’s just the unfortunate reality. Read more from our 'A Practical Guide to Cyber Incident Response' with Cyber Incident Responder, Vanessa Horton 👉 https://ow.ly/8u9e50S44nY #CyberSecurity #IncidentResponse #CyberIncident #Infosec

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Cybercrime is on the increase in the UK and AI assisted attacks by both State Sponsored actors and cybercriminals will drive this increase at a much faster pace. Just some thoughts on how businesses should budget and prepare for the onslaught. Big thanks to Claire Strachan & Katy Pollard for their help with this article. #cybercrime #AI #investinIT #ransomwarerecovery #ransomeware #malware #beprepared

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#InfoSec2024 Day 1 ✅ Vendor Risk Management is a super hot topic and our workshop this morning was full house, with questions coming from attendees non-stop! Our experts Simon Jones and Adam Denyer-Hampton shed light on framework of a successful vendor risk management and how context matters when setting priorities. Come visit us at Stand D109 to discuss more! #securityrating #threatintelligence #supplychainrisk

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Ransomware on the rise…and new guidance for data recovery! Cybersecurity threats are always evolving but so too is the approach to data recovery according to recent reports. Our latest blog post explores the potential new guidance on ransomware attacks and data recovery. It aims to strengthen the UK's cybersecurity posture and protect its economy from the devastating effects of ransomware attacks. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eTya_DXB

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🚨 Join Us for an Exclusive Cybersecurity Webinar! 🚨 Are you in the Professional or Financial Services industry? 📈🔒 Don’t miss our upcoming event, “Exposing the Cyber Threat Landscape within Professional & Financial Services” on Thursday, 19th September, from 11am-12pm. 🔍 The 4 reasons why you need to attend? 1. Get exclusive Insights: Hear from Justin Young, Director of Security Operations, and Mark Johnson, Security Practice Lead, as they share their extensive experience and knowledge. 2. Understand the Current Threat Landscape: Learn about the latest threats and how ANS is proactively protecting customers. 3. Discuss an Holistic Security Approach: Discover how to enhance your security posture with expert guidance. 4. Join an Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered by our cybersecurity experts. 🔗 Register Now: Event Registration - https://lnkd.in/egT8GCaA Secure your spot and stay ahead of the cyber threats! 🚀 #CyberSecurity #FinancialServices #ProfessionalServices #Webinar #ANS Harry Perkin Rebecca Datta Mark Johnson Justin Young Ben Micklethwaite Tim Hughes Brad Utting Rob Hildyard Peter Beswick Stuart Selby ☁Robin Lee Adam Spurr

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Claire Meyer of Security Management magazine wanted to dig further into the outsourcing trend that #SIPlacement and the #ClarityFactory/Rachel Briggs OBE recently studied. Thanks for your smart questions, Claire! You can read the article here, and also find a link to our full report. #outsourcing #corporatesecurity #securitymanagement #asis #securitymanagementmagazine. https://lnkd.in/eVqrFVca

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📣 Calling all CISOs! Don't miss our latest blog in techUK from Mark Jow, discussing cyber risk and how CISOs are addressing cybersecurity gaps ➡️ https://ow.ly/ikv250Ukc5T #cybersecurity #CyberStrategy #TechUK

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