Given today’s tech-savvy world, mobile banking offers unmatched convenience and accessibility, but it also comes with a number of risks. One of the most serious threats can be fraudulent banking apps that are specifically designed to steal your sensitive information. Cybercriminals are increasingly using Progressive Web Applications (PWAs) to impersonate legitimate banking apps, making it[…] Read
In today’s increasingly connected world, network security is more critical than ever. Businesses face a large number of cybersecurity threats and choosing the right network firewall solution is one of the most critical steps on your security posture. The right firewall should enhance security, manageability, and overall network performance. Today’s market has plenty of options,[…] Read
A web application is a software application that operates on a web server and is accessed via a web browser over the internet or an intranet. Unlike traditional desktop applications, web apps do not require installation on a local computer; users interact with them directly through a browser. Web apps can range from simple interactive[…] Read
What is an Insider Threat? In the field of cyber security, an insider threat refers to security risks that originate from within the organisation. These threats can involve employees, contractors, or business partners who have legitimate access to the organisation’s network, systems, and data but misuse this access to harm the organisation. Insider threats can[…] Read
Cyber Essentials Plus is a UK government-backed certification scheme designed to help organisations protect themselves against common online threats. It builds upon the basic Cyber Essentials certification by requiring a more thorough, hands-on technical verification of cybersecurity measures. Here’s what an organisation needs to do to achieve Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Understand the requirements Cyber[…] Read
As cyber threats become more dangerous and sophisticated, Australian businesses must continually adapt their cybersecurity strategies to stay safe. You must implement advanced security measures and ensure your operations comply with data security regulations. However, achieving these can be challenging. Fortunately, Microsoft Secure Score makes it easy to measure and assess your company’s cybersecurity posture.[…] Read
Published by Ro-Anna Santiago, Empower IT Solutions
Among the increasing threats within the cyber world, malware, keyloggers, and backdoors stand out due to their potential to cause significant damage. Without a proper incident response plan in place, these threats can cause severe problems for anyone affected, and the consequences can be even more worse. Grasping these threats and knowing how to counteract[…] Read
Imagine you’re at your desk, wrapping up your day, when an urgent email from your CEO lands in your inbox. It looks legitimate, sounds urgent, and asks you to transfer funds to a new account right away. Would you pause and question it, or would you comply without a second thought? This scenario is at[…] Read
The NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) was designed to offer a comprehensive and systematic approach for organisations to manage cyber security risk. It was developed by the National Cyber Security Centre to support the implementation of the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations 2018 (which are, themselves, based on the European Union (EU) Directive on[…] Read
Another year and era of tech draws to a close as we look ahead to changes, adaptions, and industry movements in the tech sector. Part of change involves looking at the past, and reviewing 2023 is a great way to prepare for trends and shifts. But much of 2023 also engaged with familiar territory. Cybersecurity[…] Read