Posts about CyberGuard

Secure your personal data We are all personally, ransomware targets, so we're taking the time to offer some top tips, that each and every one of us can follow to protect our personal data from a ransomware attack. Imagine turning on your computer to find a startling message: all your files - family photos, tax documents, everything - are locked. You cannot open a single one. To get them back, a stranger on the internet is demanding hundreds of pounds. This isn’t a scene from a movie; it’s a real and increasingly common threat called ransomware.

Cyber security in action: trends, threats, and how to defend your organisation (webinar) Join Mike Mann, Cyber Security Specialist, Phil Nixon, Cyber Security Presales Consultant, and Paul Colwell, Wavenet CISO, for an engaging webinar exploring the latest trends in cyber security and practical strategies to safeguard your business.

Have you carried out your penetration testing yet? Whether the answer is yes or no, it’s vital to ask whether you’re testing the right things - or simply making assumptions.

With cyber threats posing a serious risk to businesses of all sizes, attackers are constantly probing networks, applications, and systems for weaknesses - and unless organisations take proactive steps to identify and remediate those vulnerabilities, costly data breaches are increasingly likely.

With cyber security threats evolving at an unprecedented pace - businesses face constant challenges in safeguarding their data and systems. Managed Security Operations Centres (SOCs) offer a solution to these challenges. They provide round-the-clock monitoring and management of security incidents. This service is crucial for businesses aiming to protect their assets.

The real threat to mobile apps isn’t the app, it’s API security. Chris Watt, an experienced Wavenet penetration tester, discusses mobile security…

Ensuring the security and availability of your online services is paramount. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks pose a significant threat to businesses of all sizes, making robust DDoS protection and mitigation services crucial. This article will guide you through the essentials of DDoS protection services, how they work, and why they are vital for safeguarding your digital assets.

Everyone needs a disaster recovery plan... These days, we're primed to expect the unexpected. It used to be a common misconception that only large enterprises or global corporations need a well-rounded disaster recovery plan. But of course, disruptions, whether from cyber attacks, natural disasters, or system failures, affect businesses of every size and in every sector. Preparing for the unexpected is not just good practice, it’s essential. A disaster recovery plan forms the foundation of your response to major disruptions and is also useful for planned events such as migrations, upgrades and office moves. At its most basic, a disaster recovery plan defines how your data is backed up, where it’s stored, and who’s responsible for restoring operations. For larger organisations, the plan becomes more complex, factoring in alternative workspaces, communication strategies, equipment replacement, and more. Below, we share the ten essential steps to help you create an effective disaster recovery plan that supports business continuity, complete with explanations and top tips for successful planning.

Safeguarding payment data is crucial for businesses across various industries. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) serves as a guideline to help companies protect sensitive cardholder information. This article delves into the significance of PCI DSS, the compliance process, and practical tips for businesses striving to meet these standards.