Action Stations!
The cybersecurity industry has undergone enormous change since the Cybersecurity Act was issued in 2019. High time for a rethink
AI's Hidden Security Risk
Why should it be that each tool you use multiplies your attack surface? We asked Rodolfo Saccani, CTO and head of R&D, Libraesva, for his insights
Strengthening Cyber Hygiene across the Partner Network
Cybersecurity is no longer a 'nice to have' or just an optional extra, argues 101 Data Solutions. It’s much more
Why Cloud Security Needs WAN Acceleration
Storing data in at least three disparate and well separated locations will protect your ability to restart after a serious incident, says one leading cybersecurity expert
2026: seeing off the twists and turns
What will the 'dark forces' of cybersecurity unleash on the industry this year? Several observers offer their thoughts on the challenges lying in wait
Compliance goes 'on trial'
A new corporate criminal offence of 'failure to prevent fraud' has hit the statute books, in a bid to drive an anti-fraud culture and improve business confidence
Targeting the right IAM strategy
We report on the key steps that need to be taken - and pitfalls that should be avoided - when implementing Identity and Access Management
Rage of the machine
Are we nearing the point where machines don't just mishandle data, but actively weaponise their own outputs in obedience to an attacker's request?
Beating back against the Post-Quantum threat
A new set of encryption tools designed to withstand the attack of a quantum computer has been released. How valuable a role might this play?
The battle for outer space
Safeguarding satellites in a digital orbit has never been more crucial
What direction now as ransomware hits hard?
Ransomware remains a formidable adversary, especially when its targets are the backbone of national infrastructure
Off the chart
Attacks on organisations are reaching levels that threaten to leave them damaged and dysfunctional, with long-term recovery far from a given
Shutting out the invaders
A data loss prevention solution can bolster an organisation's defences in many ways, while preventing users from accidentally or maliciously sharing sensitive information
Automation now 'a necessity'
Strict regulatory requirements, sophisticated cyber threats and the soaring growth of sensitive data demands a more systematic, automated approach to security and compliance
Making the pen mightier
How can you be sure that a day/week/month after a successful pen test your security has not been compromised and your systems left ripe for exploitation?
Compliance Defiance
With up to two-thirds of European businesses estimated to have missed the latest EU security compliance deadline, the fall-out could prove severe for UK organisations
It's a privilege!
Privileged Access Management has shown itself a powerful ally when keeping businesses safe
Crime gangs can triumph with AI
Generative Artificial Intelligence and its blend with deepfake technology has affected voice, image and video. What protections can be put in place?
Clampdown on compliance failures
Failure to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation could result in fines of up to €20 million or 4% of annual global turnover - and the screws are being tightened
At the AI crossroads
Are the criminals on the front foot in the battle to use AI for good or bad? Editor Brian Wall reports
Fatigue Red Alert
The explosion of digital accounts has led to a significant increase in 'account fatigue,' impacting the way consumers interact with businesses online, states new research
Democracy under siege
Electoral misinformation and disinformation are expected to create distorted and muddied political landscapes throughout this year, prime for exploitation
Uncertainty the only certainty
Part 2 of Computing Security's delve into how the 'darker forces' of cyber security might impact the industry in the months ahead
Getting your Act together!
Edward Machin, of Ropes & Gray, sets out the core obligations of the upcoming Digital Operational Resilience Act
Gone nuclear
Security issues at UK civil nuclear facilities have been on the up, while inspection levels fall away. How vulnerable is that leaving the UK to accidents or worse?
No compromise on trust
macmon secure is adamant that no device, nor user, should be trusted until secure authentication has taken place
Driving employee engagement
MetaCompliance's new departmental-focused cybersecurity training series aims to address department-specific concerns and reduce resistance to user training completion
Faking it with AI
Standing on the cusp of a new frontier is exhilarating, but it's also a precipice we risk tumbling over, warns one AI expert
Ransomware threatens backup files
Could the last line of defence against one of the most pernicious forms of attack now be in danger? Here, Daniel Hofmann, CEO, Hornetsecurity, offers his thoughts
Businesses deeply troubled about ransomware attacks
More than half of leadership teams are ‘actively involved’ in decision-making on preventing attacks
Tensions mount
The continued geopolitical tensions, stronger regulation and AI-shaped revolution forecast by Infosecurity Europe's security community are all intensifying as 2023 enters its final phase
Why being agile matters when it comes to a ransomware attack
Steve Usher, Security Services Manager, Brookcourt Solutions, offers his expert insights
Why we need a return to Prevention-first Cybersecurity
Stopping zero days, ransomware and other never-before-seen malware is a race against the clock, warns Karen Crowley, Director of Product & Solutions Marketing at Deep Instinct
MFA best practices you didn't know you needed
What are the MFA best practices that organisations need to consider? Chris Martin, Head of Solution Architecture, SecurEnvoy, offers his expert insights
Race is on for top SME honours
The Department of Science, Information and Technology (DSIT) , in partnership with Infosecurity Europe , has unveiled the shortlist for the UK's Most Innovative Cyber SME 2023 contest.
From hard-bitten to a bit softer ransoms?
It has emerged that HardBit ransomware operators want to work with victims to negotiate a pay-off behind the back of cyber insurance companies.
Unlocking 'lifesaving' data
The NHS and other key institutions should be leaders in piloting Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), argues the Royal Society
Attacked and ‘Stuffed’!
PayPal was hit late last year by a 'credential stuffing' attack aimed at fraudulently gaining access to user accounts
Do We Still Need Firewalls?
In short, yes - now more than ever. There has never been a greater or more deliberate threat to information and communication systems
Infrastructure crumbling
Lack of skills and resources to secure and manage PKI credentials are leaving organisations "racing to reduce risk", as the threat landscape continues to grow
Strengthening the chain: moving from identifying third-party cyber risk
Joel Molinoff, Global Head of Supply Chain Defence at BlueVoyant, considers how organisations can best prioritise and deal with third-party cyber risk
Complete control of your data with on-premise MFA
Chris Martin, Head of Solution Architecture at SecurEnvoy, explores the options for organisations unable to use cloud-based authentication
The Shifting Cybersecurity Conversation
Over the past several years, there has been a monumental shift in the way businesses operate and prioritise cybersecurity. Robert Herjavec, CEO, Cyderes, explains
Awareness training 'failing'
A massive 83% of organisations are not delivering cyber security awareness training that engages employees, warns MetaCompliance
Can construction adapt to a changing climate?
Richard Szoeke-Schuller, Product Manager at SimScale, is driving technology development on microclimate applications for simulating and designing buildings and cities
Getting the balance right
Mike Nelson, VP of IoT Security at DigiCert, explains what the EU Cyber Resilience Act means, in the first move to legislate cybersecurity for the Internet of Things
Bigger 'phish' to fry!
Phishing is never out of season. Indeed, it remains a much-prized asset by attackers seeking to gain initial access to organisations by hooking in the unprepared
Changing the game
Today, the ITAD - IT Asset Disposal - sector has emerged as a professional value-add industry and it's been a long, hard road getting there. But the battle is far from over, says Steve Mellings, founder and CEO of ADISA
Phishing in the dark
Phishing is no new phenomenon - but it is being used more and more as A formidable weapon to attack victims with. What can be done to negate its impact?
Steal Now - Protect Now
Global cyber security experts Norman Willox and Tom Patterson defend the change of quantum computing from science fiction to science fact
RansomCloud: How Ransomware is Attacking the Cloud
John Tipton, Senior Security Consultant at Adarma, looks at the deeply concerning impact ransomware is now making, especially with the emergence of 'RansomCloud'
Absolute Zero
Organisations are starting to switch from a model based on 'trust anyone and anything inside the network' to a 'trust no one and nothing' architecture. Brian Wall reports
Call for help prompts rapid response
A team of experts has been set up to help defend Ukraine from cyber-attacks
Strategic thinking fightback
In the battle to stay ahead of the threats exploiting a whole gamut of vulnerabilities, organisations must implement security strategies on numerous fronts
GDPR Certification Schemes - doing the heavy lifting for you
Was GDPR all hot air or, three years on, are we sitting on a ticking timebomb? In this article, Steve Mellings, Founder ADISA, weighs up ALL OF the evidence
New trains of thought
Ongoing investment in cyber training and upskilling across a business is essential to prevent a major data breach
How Northern Ireland is helping to build a cyber-secure future
A small, nascent cluster of native businesses has been nurtured into a global centre of excellence
Assumptions - more than a roll of the dice
Making assumptions can be a big mistake - yet sometimes it can pay off handsomely. Information security is one such instance of the latter, says Paul Harris, Managing Director, Pentest Limited
Privacy payoff: championing data vigilance as people consider post-pandemic life
While educating consumers is important, individuals must engage by reflecting on their online security and its impact, states David Emm, principal security researcher at Kaspersky
How an IT asset upgrade could be an opportunity for businesses to tackle data security
Robert Allen, Director of Marketing & Technical Services at Kingston Technology Europe, looks at the fresh challenges that hybrid working will bring and how they can be met
The ever darker web
How can organisations stop their data falling into the wrong hands? Terry Greer-King, VP EMEA, SonicWall, offers his insights
The VAT domestic reverse charge
Delayed for a couple of months but now due for rollout in Spring 2021, the HMRC domestic reverse charge is going to mean that some modifications may need to be made to your accounting software, as VAT payments will no longer be made upfront, but rather withheld and paid by the last VAT registered customer.
TIME TO REBALANCE THE BOOKS
Awareness around gender diversity in the cyber security industry is getting better, but there’s still a long way to go
Shedding new light on virus impact
Addressing the need for cybersecurity training and preparedness during the on-going lockdown is critical, as Deshini Newman, managing director EMEA, (ISC)², explains
Remote Working: Do It Right
How do you ensure your business remains secure during remote working? Phil Underwood, Chief Information Officer, SecurEnvoy, and Chris Cassell, Technical Specialist, SecurEnvoy, offer their insights
The intelligent Approach to Cyber Threat Intelligence
Seeking someone who can understand vulnerability, exploitation and attacker motivation? Ian Thornton-Trump, Chief Information Security Officer for Cyjax, may have the answer
Spoof attack unleashed
The Coronavirus is constantly in our thoughts, as its global impact spreads. And it's proving another means for hackers and attackers to get inside organisation's security defences
ISO 27701: the new international privacy standard to demonstrate compliance with privacy laws
In August 2019, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) released a new privacy standard set to become the benchmark for helping organisations comply with international privacy frameworks and laws. ISO/IEC 27701:2019 serves as a privacy extension to the internationally recognised management standard for information security, ISO/IEC 27001, which already enjoys significant global adoption rates
Raising the Standard!
Rob Treacey, MD, Technology Risk Management, and Antony Tuttle, Senior Consultant and QSA at Xcina Consulting, a Shearwater Group plc company, offer their insights on the latest PCI-DSS Standard developments
Jumping on the Band Wagon
The latest data breach from Facebook is not all that it seems, states Dr Debbie Garside, Group Chief Innovation Scientist/CEO of GeoLang, A Shearwater Group plc Company
The dark shadow that hangs over everyone
Cryptojacking and shadow mining are terms most of us have heard. But how do they differ and what threats does each of these pose?
Leading scale-ups boost cyber security future
Twenty fast-growth cyber scale-ups have been accepted on to the first national cyber security growth programme - and they mean business
Life Inside the Perimeter: Understanding the Modern CISO
Major Global Study of Senior Cyber Security Professionals reveals increasing pressure, workload and budgetary deficits
Q & As with EasyBuild
EasyBuild's Construction Software platform forms the basis of a Q & A session for companies and contractors taking the first steps towards complete integration of their financial and project management solutions
9 million Brits fall victim to cybercrime
Consumers increasingly feel companies should be responsible for protecting victims - but is that simply surrendering responsibility?