The Drive to 75: Finding the Perfect Balance in Microsoft Secure Score
Cyber threats are evolving at an alarming rate, and businesses of all sizes are in the crosshairs. Measuring your organisation’s security readiness isn’t just a useful metric – it’s an imperative. But how can you do that? This is where Microsoft Secure Score comes in—a powerful benchmark that evaluates your security posture within Microsoft 365. […]
Press Release: 43% of office workers say they could cause a cybersecurity breach this year
Dublin, 12 March 2025 – IT.ie, a leading Irish IT managed services company, today announces the results of new research, conducted in partnership with SonicWall, which reveals a lack of confidence among office workers in their ability to thwart cyberthreats. The survey found that 51% of office workers feel more vulnerable to cyberattacks than they […]
Invoice Scams Are Costing Businesses Millions – Here’s How to Stay Safe
Invoice fraud continues to be a serious concern for businesses, leading to substantial financial losses and operational disruptions. Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using deceptive tactics to manipulate companies into transferring funds to fraudulent accounts. This post explores the threat of invoice scams, real-world case studies, and strategies businesses can implement to protect themselves. What […]
What is Microsoft Entra ID? A Guide to Microsoft Identity Security
What is Microsoft Entra ID? Microsoft Entra ID is a cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) solution provided by Microsoft. It helps organisations secure and manage user identities, enabling secure access to applications, devices, and resources. Entra ID plays a crucial role in identity protection, authentication, and authorisation for businesses, allowing users to sign in […]
APT groups are increasingly deploying ransomware – and that’s bad news for everyone
APT groups are increasingly deploying ransomware – and that’s bad news for everyone The blurring of lines between cybercrime and APT attacks underscores the increasingly fluid and multifaceted nature of today’s cyberthreats. There was a time when the boundary between cybercrime and advanced persistent threat activity was rather easy to discern. Cybercriminals were fuelled solely […]
How to Spot Scams and Keep Your Data Safe This Holiday
ESET Ireland December 16, 2024 How to Spot Scams and Keep Your Data Safe This Holiday This post was originally published by ESET Ireland on the 29th of November and republished here with their permission. The holiday season is, for many a time to rest and enjoy their friends and families as well as some good […]
Telekopye scammer network targets Booking.com and Airbnb
Guest Post by ESET October 14, 2024 This post, originally published on the ESET blog on October 10 2024, is reposted here with permission. ESET researchers discovered that the organized scammer network Telekopye has expanded its operations to target users of popular accommodation booking platforms like Booking.com and Airbnb. ESET Research released new findings on Telekopye, […]
TRANSFORMING YOUR WORKFORCE – The Critical Role of Human Risk Management
The Core of Your Cyber Defence: People and Awareness With new threats continually emerging, cybersecurity has become more critical than ever. While employing a robust, multi-layered approach—featuring firewalls and antivirus software—is vital, the true cornerstone of any cyber defence strategy is your people. Fostering a strong culture of cyber awareness can be one of the […]
How To Protect Your Phone and Data Against Face Stealing Scams
Cybercriminals can now steal facial recognition data and use AI to create deepfakes for authentication. This blog post, originally published by ESET and authored by Roman Cuprik, explores what this means for consumers and businesses, highlighting the increasing popularity of facial recognition technologies for secure authentication and the potential risks associated with them. Recently, facial […]
The Cyber Security Guide for SME’s
Today, SMEs face unique cyber security challenges that can impact their business continuity and data integrity. Understanding these challenges and implementing effective security measures is not just beneficial; it’s crucial. That’s why IT.ie has crafted an extensive Free Cyber Security Guide, tailored specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises. This guide is an invaluable resource, designed […]
