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Today is Computer Security Day so what better time to take a closer look at a hot topic in the realm of cyber security, Threat Exposure Management.

With Microsoft Windows having a 74% share of the desktop OS market worldwide, it's a pivotal platform within most organisations' IT environments. Furthermore, considering that four out of every five Fortune 500 companies harness the power of Microsoft Office 365—nearly half of the office productivity software market—it’s clear why securing the Microsoft ecosystem is so crucial. 

With more and more businesses embracing digital transformation, the importance of data security, particularly in online transactions, has never been greater. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) stands as a benchmark for securing payment card data. Compliance with PCI DSS is mandatory for all businesses handling card payments, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cardholder data.

It’s that time of the year again when shoppers get ready to take advantage of the upcoming Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. It’s also the time of the year when cyber criminals seek to take advantage of those bargain hunters.

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has been the bedrock of cardholder data protection since its launch in 2006. With the implementation deadline of March 31st 2024 rapidly approaching, the standard has undergone a significant transformation since its previous version to address the evolving demands and complex nature of modern cyber threats.  

This week is International Fraud Awareness Week, a week where organisations are encouraged to raise anti-fraud awareness. To that end we take a look at how Managed Detection and Response services can play a major role in tackling fraud.

The secure handling of payment card data is imperative. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) first established in 2005 and now in its 4.0 version, serves as an industry baseline guide to ensure that businesses handle Cardholder Data with utmost security. But what exactly is PCI DSS, and why is compliance so important? Are financial penalties, reputational damage, and legal liability consequences of non-compliance? Here's an in-depth look at this standard and how it fits into your company’s cyber security strategy.

With new vulnerabilities being discovered every day the issue of vulnerability management has never been more important. Cyber threats are evolving at a rapid pace, often leaving cyber security researchers struggling to keep up. To avoid the worst case scenarios businesses must understand how to identify, prioritise, and mitigate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by adversaries. This is where vulnerability management comes in, but how can it be used effectively?

Organisations are increasingly relying on third-party vendors and partners for various services and solutions. Whilst these relationships offer numerous benefits, they also introduce an expanded attack surface for cyber threats. This is where third-party risk management becomes indispensable in fortifying an organisation's cyber security posture.

As the nights get darker and the creepiest night of the year draws near, we can't help but think of ghouls, goblins, and all the things that go bump in the night. But while most people are concerned with the supernatural entities of Halloween folklore, there's another kind of ghouls we should be wary of: the ones potentially lurking in our computers, the 'zombie networks' or 'botnets.'

October has become synonymous with Cyber Security Awareness Month. Dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of cyber security, the month is filled with campaigns, tips, and educational resources designed to help individuals and organisations protect their digital assets. While this concentrated focus is valuable, limiting the conversation about cyber security to just October is a big mistake. Here's why.

It’s not a matter of whether your organisation will face a security incident but when. That's why a robust incident response plan is crucial. So what elements should your incident response plan include to be truly effective?