Understanding multi-factor authentication (MFA): A guide for SMEs and micro-businesses

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A man-in-the-middle attack is not just in the movies

It’s the classic movie plot – the criminal intercepts communications, monitors activities, and injects false information causing untold damage. While these portrayals often seem like...

QR codes: How convenience can lead to crisis

They’re on food and drink packaging, restaurant menus and tabletops, clothing tags, car parks, business cards – yes, QR codes are everywhere. We’re being encouraged...

Cyber Essentials and Cyber Assurance for the UK supply chain

A lot of organisations struggle with structuring a robust cyber security approach to their supply chain and a failure to act could lead to a...

Are you employing reliable cyber security measures when hiring new team members?

Hospitality, leisure and tourism businesses will no doubt be preparing for the summer season ahead, ensuring food menus are enticing, bed linens are crisp and...

Clicked on a phishing link? Here are 7 things to do next

Phishing attacks remain one of the most common and effective ways cybercriminals target businesses—and no organisation is immune. Even experienced staff can mistakenly click on...

The importance of protecting your mobile devices

Many small businesses rely on their mobile devices to conduct business, whether that is a phone, a tablet or a laptop and are predominately used...

When the WCRC met with convicted Welsh ex-cybercriminal Daniel Kelley: Part two

The WCRC has been learning more about how reformed Welsh hacker Daniel Kelley operated as a cybercriminal, putting to him a series of questions. In...

When the WCRC met with convicted Welsh ex-cybercriminal Daniel Kelley: Part one

In October 2015, mobile phone provider TalkTalk fell victim to a £77 million cyber-attack that resulted in 160,000 of its customers having their personal and...

The Importance of Patch Management for Small-to-Medium Businesses

In today’s world of technology small to medium businesses face ever-growing numbers of cyber threats. As technology evolves, so do the tactics of cybercriminals, making...

Understanding multi-factor authentication (MFA): A guide for SMEs and micro-businesses

Rarely does a blog or newsletter go by without the WCRC advocating the use of multi-factor authentication (MFA), because we recognise safeguarding your organisation’s sensitive...