Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

The world of cyber security is on the cusp of a fundamental transformation. For decades, the primary security model has been one of prevention building higher walls and stronger gates to keep adversaries out. But as we look toward 2026, this fortress mentality is proving insufficient.

As cyber threats evolve from simple disruptions to sophisticated attacks capable of threatening national security, the existing legal frameworks are straining to keep pace. In response, the UK Government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, a landmark piece of legislation set to fundamentally reshape how the nation’s most vital services and their digital supply chains protect themselves.

This week marks a pivotal moment for UK cyber-security policy: the government has introduced the long-awaited Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament. We’ve written about the significance of the long-awaited UK Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and why it matters to your business here, but this week the government has finally introduced it in parliament, promising that it will help bolster national security and protect the economy.

The cyber security skills gap, the chasm between the demand for qualified security professionals and the available talent pool has evolved from a nagging HR issue into a critical strategic vulnerability. With global cybercrime costs projected to hit an astonishing $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, the lack of skilled defenders is no longer a future problem. It's a clear and present danger to every organisation's bottom line, reputation, and long-term viability.

Cyber Security Awareness Month is no longer just a routine reminder to change your password. In today's hyper-connected world, it serves as an urgent call to action. The digital landscape has fundamentally shifted, creating a perfect storm where the lines between home and office have vanished, human trust is the most targeted vulnerability, and artificial intelligence crafts deceptions indistinguishable from reality. This year, our focus must sharpen on the critical intersections of these modern dangers.

Pentest People is proud to announce the release of GuardNest, the next evolution of its award-winning cybersecurity platform, previously known as SecurePortal. Version 3 of the platform delivers a completely new look and feel, marking a major milestone in the company’s ongoing partnership with WorkNest and its mission to make security management simpler, smarter, and more collaborative.

Penetration testing is often seen as one of the most exciting jobs in cyber security. After all, who wouldn’t want to be the person trusted to break into systems before the criminals do? It’s a career that’s in high demand, with competitive salaries and no shortage of opportunities, but getting into pentesting isn’t always straightforward.

A cyber security Incident Response Plan is a structured approach. It helps organisations manage and mitigate cyber threats before they spread. This plan involves several key components and steps.

Cyber resilience has emerged as a critical paradigm, focusing not only on preventing attacks but also on ensuring systems swiftly recover from them. In this article, we’ll delve into the innovative Seven Pillars Framework, a groundbreaking approach to fortifying cyber security practices and enhancing organisational resilience.

We're excited to share significant improvements to SecurePortal! Digital proposals have transformed from static PDFs into interactive Live Documents, enabling you to view and engage with proposals directly within your browser, no downloads needed. Once accepted, proposals instantly generate automated assessments complete with tailored questionnaires, streamlining your workflow and improving efficiency.