Ransomware-as-a-Service: When hackers dial up their customer service

Last week, during our morning tech briefing (two digestives and a pot of Yorkshire’s finest), we found ourselves discussing a troubling trend that’s quietly reshaping the criminal underworld: Ransomware-as-a-Service. While we’ve been tracking this development for months, we realised many businesses, and business owners, haven’t heard a whisper about it yet – and that’s precisely […]

Knight and Day: balancing defensive and offensive cyber security approaches

In today’s digital landscape, small businesses face a challenge that can be likened to a knight preparing for battle. Imagine having both a trusty shield and a sharp sword at your disposal – one to block incoming threats and the other to proactively test your defences. Which do you choose? Can you do both at […]

Email Scams and Hacks – it’s easier to fall prey than you think

Email scams – unlike a shark on the prowl – are more insidious and dangerous than many realise. It really is all too easy to fall prey, especially when the scammer has crafted a message that appears as if it’s coming from a trusted source. In fact, one of our IT support clients in Surrey […]

Understanding the Importance of Cyber Security Compliance for Local Businesses

In today’s digital landscape, cyber security compliance has become a critical concern for local businesses in the UK. As cyber threats continue to evolve and regulations tighten, understanding and implementing proper cyber security measures is no longer optional – it’s essential for business survival and success. The Growing Importance of Cyber Security Compliance Recent statistics […]