As a network security company, we often find that a barrier exists for laymen to understand what network security is and why it's so crucial to the success of any technologically competent company. We want to change that. In this blog we aim to bridge the gap between technical professionals who spend their lives reading CVEs (i.e. Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) and everyone else.
Game of Groans
HBO's data theft made easy by outdated Operating Systems
Something as simple as running a supported operating system seems to escape the minds of I.T. departments in businesses large and small. But, before you snicker at their misfortunes, you may want to have a look at the ancient PC running in the corner of your office...
September 112017Predictable P@sswords
Common Security Mistakes
I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but passwords like Sk@terboi94, and P@ssw0rd123! just aren't going to cut it anymore. In fact, the majority of advice on creating secure passwords actually make us more vulnerable to hackers...
August 282017Outdated Software
Common Security Mistakes
Some things, like wine, cheese, and your parent's words of wisdom, get better with age. But software certainly doesn't. Outdated computer operating systems and web browsers can expose organizations private data and put them at serious financial risk...
August 212017Gone Phishin'
Common Email Security Mistakes
Nowadays, you might not get an email from a Nigerian prince in your inbox offering you millions, but that doesn’t mean that phishing schemes aren’t still a serious threat to your security...
August 142017Mac Tips: Browser Plug-ins
Managing Safari Plug-ins to Improve Browser Security
Your computer comes pre-configured in a generic and accessible way so that it works right out of the box, but these settings often leave you vulnerable. There are a number of settings that can improve your computer's defences just be being turned on. One way to improve the security of your Mac is to start tailoring the plug-in permissions on your browser...
August 72017