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The Human Element: Understanding the Psychology of Cybersecurity Defence

By James Rees, MD, Razorthorn Security Human-related security failures are rarely about incompetence. Most organisations view security as a problem to be solved through training modules, awareness campaigns and strict policies, yet beneath this mechanical approach lies a deeper truth: our relationship with security at work mirrors our basic human needs for safety, belonging and professional dignity.

Ready for Black Friday? Guide to Safe Shopping

As Black Friday approaches, consumers and retailers are gearing up for deals—while cybercriminals prepare to exploit any vulnerabilities. With online shopping at its peak, hackers are poised to take advantage of the busiest, most hectic moments. Retailers face a significant challenge: safeguarding customer data and profits. A 2024 Verizon report shows that system intrusions, social engineering, and web vulnerabilities cause 92% of retail data breaches.

Three ATO Prevention Measures Ripe for Disruption This Past Fraud Awareness Week

If there’s one fraud statistic worth dwelling on as Fraud Awareness Week 2024 passes, it’s this – in the past year, scams of one type or other siphoned $1 trillion globally, according to the Global Scam Alliance’s State of Scams Report 2024. But this figure only scratches the surface of cybercrime’s total global cost, projected to reach $10.5 trillion in 2025, according to Cybersecurity Ventures, the world’s leading source of cyber research.

Achieving Operational Resilience in an Increasingly Uncertain World

The EU’s Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS2) for cybersecurity resilience entered full enforcement in October 2024, and compliance with its requirements presents major challenges for many companies, particularly those in the financial services sector. And while most IT leaders are confident of achieving NIS2 compliance, they also acknowledge that this cybersecurity directive has exacerbated existing challenges such as resource constraints and skills gaps.

Email Security Limitations of Microsoft 365 Defender

We probably do not need to cover this, but we’ll provide a quick overview – M365 has a host of advantages, including scalability and convenience. Because the platform is cloud-based, businesses can effortlessly access their data and applications and shift to fully remote or hybrid working models without the common challenges of such a transition.

Azure Security Best Practices

Azure Security Best Practices: Don't Get Caught with Your Cloud Pants Down Executive Summary The cloud isn't some futuristic fantasy anymore, folks. It's the backbone of modern business, and Azure is charging hard, fueled by AI, to potentially dethrone AWS by 2026. But with this breakneck adoption comes a harsh reality: security can't be an afterthought.

Cybersecurity in Gaming: protecting players and virtual assets from growing threats

Cybersecurity is becoming a critical necessity in today's world, where technology is used in virtually every aspect of life. Every year, the number of cyberattacks grows, and the methods of attackers are becoming more sophisticated. Protecting personal data, financial information and corporate secrets requires reliable technologies and increased attention from users. The gaming industry is also an important area that needs protection.

Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity: Threat or Advantage?

In today's hyperconnected world, cybersecurity stands as the first line of defense against the growing tide of cyber threats. With billions of devices connected globally, protecting sensitive information has never been more critical-or complex. Enter artificial intelligence (AI), a technological marvel capable of revolutionizing cybersecurity. But as with all powerful tools, AI is a double-edged sword. It holds incredible potential to bolster defenses yet can also amplify the capabilities of cybercriminals.