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🖥CyberRise Yorkshire has announced the launch of a new programme to transform the way cybersecurity is taught and experienced in schools to encourage more girls into careers in the industry.  ⌨Led by Sheffield Hallam University and supported by partners in education, academia, and industry, the project has secured funding from Innovate UK, with co-funding from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) through the Cyber Local Programme. Read more here👇 https://lnkd.in/ehccDbSi

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UK Cyber Security & Resilience Bill: Are You Ready? Big changes are coming for organisations connected to the UK’s Critical National Infrastructure (CNI). The Government’s upcoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, set to be introduced later this year, will reshape cyber regulation across CNI and its supply chains. The Bill will: ✅ Expand the scope of NIS regulations ✅ Strengthen supply chain security ✅ Introduce tougher security and incident reporting duties ✅ Grant new oversight powers to regulators   Managed service providers, large data centres, and critical suppliers will be among those newly in scope - with significant implications for compliance and risk management. Non-compliance could lead to increased scrutiny, new oversight fees, and heightened regulatory intervention. Now is the time to prepare.   Read our blog “Navigating the UK Cyber Security and Resilience Bill” by Julian Brown from NCC Group to understand what’s changing and how to prepare.   🔗 https://bit.ly/44W95k1   #UKCyberResilience #CNI #NISRegulations #CyberCompliance #NIS2

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Cyberfort CEO Glen Williams discusses why UK board directors must take action for holistic cyber protection beyond Cyber Essentials Plus in Resilience Forward. The article covers: - Cyber security detachment at board level - CE+ certification’s limitations - Reasons for board directors to take action with cyber security beyond CE+ - Four key actions that business leaders must take to ensure their organisations are on the right path to becoming secure, resilient and compliant Click here to read the article - https://lnkd.in/e4GQb9K4 #cyber #cybersecurity #risk #riskmanagement #compliance

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🛑 Think your business is too small to be targeted by cybercriminals? Think again. Our latest podcast unpacks real cyber threats faced by SMBs & MSMEs and how to find out if your business is at risk. 👉 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eb_R6_JP 👉 Start with a Free Cybersecurity Posture Scorecard: https://shorturl.at/zxv9O Paritosh Jani | Ushma Dave #DEVIT #DEVITSimplified #SmallBusinessSecurity #CybersecurityPodcast #CybersecurityTips #TechTalk #PodcastByDEVIT #DigitalDefense #SMB #MSME #InfoSec #CybersecurityAwareness #FREECybersecurityAssessment

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Colt Technology Services hit by WarLock ransomware A multi-day outage, stolen customer and employee data, and services taken offline. This incident is a stark reminder of how a single unpatched vulnerability can spiral into a massive breach. Lesson: Staying ahead with timely security updates and strong cyber hygiene is not optional; it’s essential. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #DataBreach #ColtTelecom #WarLock #Infosec #ThreatIntel #PatchManagement

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How much risk is hiding in your IT environment? Most businesses don't realise there's a gap in their security until it's exploited. A Microsoft-certified MSP with the Security designation helps you stay ahead of threats, not just react to them. What you gain: - Proactive protection across identities, data, and devices - Threat detection and response backed by Microsoft intelligence - Compliance support that meets evolving regulations Cybersecurity isn't just an IT issue. It's a business-critical priority. And it starts with the right partner. #CyberSecurity #MicrosoftSecurity #ITProtection #MicrosoftPartner #Compliance #ThreatPrevention #BusinessContinuity

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Mitie's Chief Technology and Digital Officer, Cijo Joseph spoke at The Channel Co. Computing IT Leaders Summit yesterday at One Moorgate Place in London. Cijo was joined by Computing Research Director, John Leonard for a Fireside Chat discussing, “Navigating Tomorrow’s Threats: Lessons from a Top IT Leader”. Want to know more about navigating today’s complex risk landscape? Explore how IT leadership is shaping security strategies. Discover more > https://lnkd.in/e9XywjET #Event | #Technology | #Security

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#CyberAlert | Foundations for OT cyber security We have joined international partners to release guidance for owners and operators on foundations for operational technology cyber security and asset inventory. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/esEEhNFc

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🔒 Cybersecurity roles are in demand - and the skills gap is growing fast. 53% of UK businesses are struggling to fill cybersecurity positions, and the skills gap is leaving teams under-trained and vulnerable. Traditional learning and hiring methods aren’t enough to keep up with demand, and a lack of diverse perspectives is placing even greater pressure on the cyber sector. In our blog we explore: ✅ Why cybersecurity talent is in such high demand. ✅ How accessible training programs are opening doors for women in tech. ✅ The impact of diversity on creating innovative solutions. By embracing alternative pathways into the industry, employers can close critical skills gaps, build more diverse and inclusive teams, and prepare their workforce for the cyber challenges of today and tomorrow. 👇 Read the full blog below

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🚨 Weak Password Let Ransomware Gang Destroy 158-Year-Old Company | Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjRHVmfG A single compromised password brought down KNP Logistics, putting 730 employees out of work and highlighting the devastating impact of cyber attacks on British businesses. One password is believed to have been all it took for a ransomware gang to destroy a 158-year-old company and put 700 people out of work.The devastating breach began when hackers managed to gain entry to KNP's computer systems by guessing an employee's password. Once inside, the Akira gang deployed ransomware that encrypted the company's essential data and locked down its internal systems, demanding an estimated £5 million ransom. #cybersecuritynews

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The UK cloud market is under the microscope 🔍 After a 14-month investigation, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) concluded that AWS and Microsoft Azure control up to 80% of the UK cloud market Their final verdict? Three major concerns: 👉 Market concentration keeps barriers to entry high and choice of hosting providers low 👉 Vendor lock-in limits businesses from moving to alternatives 👉 Microsoft’s licensing makes rival clouds harder and more expensive to use Read our latest blog to explore what this means for businesses and the future of cloud infrastructure ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d7qui5ft #cloud #CMA #competition #AWS #Azure #infrastructure

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