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Harrods, M&S, Co-Op: cyber attacks signal urgent need for action
The UK retail sector is facing a cyber crisis. In just a few weeks, three household names, Marks and Spencer, Co-Op, and Harrods, have all been hit by significant cyber attacks. From disrupted logistics to exposed employee data, the incidents are str …
DeepSeek: The AI disruption with hidden dangers for businesses
A new AI giant has emerged, causing waves across the global tech industry. DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed chatbot, has taken the market by storm, becoming one of the fastest-downloaded AI applications in both the UK and the US. However, as businesses …
Harvey Nichols cyber attack: securing retail against data breaches
The recent data breach in September at Harvey Nichols, a leading luxury retailer, underscores the escalating cyber threats businesses face today. Retail organisations often have additional appeal to attackers as their clientele includes affluent indi …
Manchester Move Cyber Attack: Learnings and how to stay protected
In July 2024, the Locata housing software breach affecting Manchester, Salford, and Bolton councils highlighted the ongoing vulnerability of public services to cyber-attacks. The attack exposed personal data and led to a widespread phishing scam, tar …
Disney Slack Data Breach: Lessons for UK Businesses
Disney's recent decision to phase out Slack following a significant data breach highlights the growing challenges faced by organisations in securing their technology. Hackers accessed over 1.1TB of sensitive information, raising questions about data …
Cyber Security Lessons From The MOD
The cyberattack back in May 2024 on the Ministry of Defence (MoD) payroll system, which is managed by Shared Services Connected Ltd (SSCL), has sent ripples through the UK's public and private sectors. It’s clear that the exposed personal and financi …
Transport for London Cyber Attack
Cybersecurity has become one of the most critical concerns for organisations across the globe, and has featured recently in the news more often than I can ever remember. The latest cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL) serves as another reminder …
NHS Cyber Attacks June 2024
There have been widespread attacks on health care institutions and their supply chains over the last 12 months. As we approach the 2024 national election, the NHS has faced a significant impact from a cyber-attack on one of it’s supply chain partners …