Given the state of the world today it is no surprise that there has been no let-up in the number and variety of cybersecurity hacks in recent times. All sizes and types of organisations continue to be targets. Nick Denning of Policy Monitor discusses what small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can do to better defend […]
Know your vulnerabilities as cyber-attacks continue Read More »
Not-for-profit initiative pledges to keep the Capitalâs small business community safe Wimbledon-based cyber security and risk management experts Policy Monitor has joined the Cyber Resilience Centre (CRC) for London as a Founding Member of its Cyber Essentials Partner scheme. Working with the Mayorâs office for Policing and Crime, the CRC for London is part of
While many issues have gained importance due to the pandemic, Nick Denning, CEO, Policy Monitor, explains why no board can afford to let cyber security slip down the priority list. Cyber-attacks are a constant concern for organisations both large and small, with a study revealing that 68%[1] of business leaders feel their risks are increasing.
Almost half of UK businesses have a basic cyber security gap that is leaving them exposed. This stark reality was revealed in a report from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)[i]. It found that the people responsible for cyber security in 48% of UK businesses lack the confidence to carry out basic
Mind the Gap: a lack of cyber security skills is leaving SMEs exposed Read More »
Report after report and survey after survey is highlighting the ongoing and increasing cyber threats facing organisations, especially SMEs. Therefore, what practical steps can your business take to protect itself and increase operational resilience? How big are the threats? This year the World Economic Forum identified cyber security failure as one of the top 5
Eight smart strategies to help SMEs protect themselves against cyber-attacks Read More »
Policy Monitor will launch Cyber Security Policy Monitor (CSPM) at this yearâs International Cyber Expo in London. CSPM is a simple and cost-effective cloud-based solution that helps measure, manage and monitor an organisationâs cyber security workflow and compliance. The information security management system gives cyber security peace of mind to organisations of all sizes, including
In early 2022 the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) introduced a major overhaul of Cyber Essentials technical controls to reflect changes in technology since the programmeâs launch in 2014. In this article Nick Denning, CEO of Policy Monitor outlines the need for change and how the latest Cyber Essentials can help protect your organisation. A
Knowing where to start with cybersecurity can be overwhelming, Nick Denning at Policy Monitor explains how SMEs can take some simple steps to protect themselves against common threats without breaking the bank. The pandemic tested the business resilience of every organisation. Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) had to maximise their digital footprint to keep
Cybersecurity is complex – but it doesnât need to be costly or complicated Read More »
Lockdown working has exposed the gaps in cybersecurity practices in many law firms. With hackers looking for a payday, itâs never too late to become cyber proactive. Guy Lloyd at Policy Monitor explains why cybersecurity doesnât need to be complex, costly or confusing.
Are law firms being proactive enough when it comes to cyber security? Read More »
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) rarely trigger national headlines for breaches in data security and compliance, not because they arenât a target but because the monetary impact is small compared to the big corporations. However, breaches are all too common and while the cost of cyber breaches to SMEs, including the impact to business operations, remediation work and resultant fines, may not run into millions, it can do untold damage. SMEs are agile and lean in their business operations, and so unbudgeted costs can severely impact finances.
The ugly truth: the real cost of cyber breaches to SMEs Read More »