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 […]
Achieving the Optimal 75% Microsoft Secure Score: Why It Matters for Your Business
If your business uses Microsoft 365, you’ve likely come across the Microsoft Secure Score—a powerful indicator of your organisation’s security posture. Let’s explore why aiming for 75% is both a realistic and crucial target, and why upgrading from Microsoft 365 Business Standard to Business Premium might be the best decision for your company’s security. Why […]
Stay Cyber-Safe This Holiday Season: Essential Cybersecurity Tips for Your Business
The holiday season is almost upon us, bringing with it a significant increase in online activity. As eager shoppers hop online to bag bargains on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, cyber-criminals also see this as a prime opportunity to target bargain hunters. With many using their work devices to access online marketplaces, your business systems […]
DORA: Understanding Compliance for Financial Institutions
John Grennan Eamon Gallagher October 21, 2024 The regulatory landscape in the European Union (EU) has grown increasingly complex as the importance of cybersecurity and operational resilience takes centre stage, particularly in financial services. Two of the most significant regulations designed to protect critical sectors from cyber threats and operational disruptions are the Digital Operational […]
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 […]
The Top 8 Types of Cyber Attacks
The cyber security landscape is continually evolving; however, a good understanding of the current threats and preventative measures is a vital first step towards an effective defence. The inspiration for this post comes from this excellent animated illustration below, found on the LinkedIn page of The Cyber Security News. It succinctly outlines the top 8 […]
Cyber Security in 2024: Key Forecasts and Insights for the Year Ahead
As 2024 unfolds, the cyber security landscape is rapidly evolving. Understanding the key trends shaping this dynamic field is essential to keep pace with emerging threats and challenges. In late 2023, leading industry vendors released their predictions and forecasts for the coming year. For this post I decided to test the capabilities of ChatGPT plus […]
Beyond the Bait: A Deep Dive into Phishing Prevention
In a perpetually evolving digital landscape, phishing has emerged as a dominant cybersecurity threat. As cybercriminals continually refine their tactics, no business, regardless of its size, is immune to the risks. Drawing from our in-depth Phishing Guide (free download below), we aim to provide you with a concise yet comprehensive overview of this menace and […]
AI-Driven Phishing Attacks: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding & Protecting Against the Threat
The cyber threats we face today are becoming more sophisticated and challenging to combat. One such emerging threat is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by criminals to orchestrate highly targeted and convincing phishing campaigns. These AI-powered attacks are not only more personalised but also adaptive, making them harder to detect and prevent. In this […]
Digital Piracy: Understanding the Threat of Cryptojacking
As we venture deeper into the digital era, cybersecurity remains an ever-evolving battleground. One escalating issue that demands our attention is cryptojacking. The recently released SonicWall Mid-Year Threat report for 2023, warns of a record surge in cryptojacking. In 2022, cryptojacking surpassed 100 million for the first time ever. In the first six months of […]
