IT security
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Opinion
30 Jun 2025
Better governance is required for AI agents
The Security Think Tank considers how CISOs can best plan to facilitate the secure running of AI and Gen AI-based initiatives and ensure employees do not inadvertently leak data or make bad decisions Continue Reading
By- Mandy Andress, Elastic
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Feature
30 Jun 2025
Enterprise cybersecurity: A strategic guide for CISOs
CISOs and others responsible for safeguarding an organization's systems, networks and data need to manage day-to-day threats while also planning strategically for what's ahead. Continue Reading
By- Phil Sweeney, Industry Editor
- Craig Stedman, Industry Editor
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News
22 Jan 2021
ICO resumes adtech investigation
The UK Information Commissioner’s Office was criticised for ending its investigation into alleged malpractice in advertising technology, but has now resumed its probe Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Jan 2021
Sepa data leaks as agency resists ransom demands
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency is resisting extortion demands from a ransomware gang, but has suffered a data leak in retaliation Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Jan 2021
Google threatens to cut off Australia
Google’s threat to end its Australian Search operation comes in the face of new legislation that would force it to pay media publishers for news content Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Jan 2021
Immigration exemption in data protection law faces further legal challenge
Human rights groups set to take legal challenge against immigration exemption to Court of Appeal on the basis that everyone, regardless of their nationality or residence, should have their fundamental rights and freedoms protected as stated in the GDPR Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
21 Jan 2021
Hackney Council tenders for cyber security upgrade
Suppliers are being invited to tender for enhanced cyber security capabilities at ransomware victim Hackney Council Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Jan 2021
Gamarue malware found on government-issued school laptops
Devices handed out by the government to support vulnerable children contain malware that appears to be contacting C2 infrastructure in Russia Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
21 Jan 2021
How can healthcare organisations fight increased cyber crime in 2021?
As the Covid-19 pandemic enters what may be its most dangerous phase, we explore how healthcare organisations can ward off cyber threats while preserving their ability to deliver critical care Continue Reading
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News
21 Jan 2021
Two-thirds of CISOs say they’ll be cyber attack victims this year
Security professionals are ever alert to the threats they face, but some still seem to think it is unlikely they will be attacked Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Jan 2021
Interview: Tony Porter, chief privacy officer, Corsight AI
Tony Porter speaks to Computer Weekly about the changes in facial-recognition during his time as surveillance camera commissioner, the ethics of using the technology, and his new role as chief privacy officer at Corsight AI Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
21 Jan 2021
Incompetent cyber criminals leak data in opsec failure
Even cyber criminals need to pay attention to their information security posture, as this cautionary tale uncovered by Check Point reveals Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Jan 2021
Should I be worried about MFA-bypassing pass-the-cookie attacks?
Malicious actors bypassed multi-factor authentication using so-called pass-the-cookie attacks, but how worrying is this and what is the risk to organisations? Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
20 Jan 2021
The Future of Enterprise Networking and Security
If you’re going to ask a customer a question, ask them a proper one! You can’t get much bigger than looking at the future of enterprise networking and security, but that’s what a recent survey by ... Continue Reading
By- Steve Broadhead, Broadband Testing
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News
20 Jan 2021
Malwarebytes also hit by SolarWinds attackers
The nation state group that attacked SolarWinds in December got inside Malwarebytes by exploiting privileged access to its Microsoft Office 365 tenant, the firm reveals Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
20 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: It’s time to secure the collaboration revolution
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hotcakes? Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2021
Legacy security architectures threaten to disrupt remote working
Annual survey of IT leaders finds network security is of prime concern as most companies continue with work-from-home policies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2021
Questions raised by New Zealand central bank boss, following cyber attack investigation
The governor of New Zealand’s central bank said the organisation must answer questions about its security following a ‘significant’ attack Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Jan 2021
UK fraud agency deploys ArcGIS dashboard for data sharing
The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau says it has achieved improved transparency with the public, as well as saving 3,500 staff hours and £100,000 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
19 Jan 2021
Value of GDPR fines shows dramatic increase in 2020
European regulators imposed almost €160m worth of fines during the past 12 months, a substantial rise Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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19 Jan 2021
Security Long Reads: Cyber insiders reveal what’s to come in 2021
In this long read, we gather together the thoughts of cyber security insiders from across the industry to get their take on what will happen in 2021 Continue Reading
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E-Zine
19 Jan 2021
The UK’s struggle with digital schooling
In this week’s Computer Weekly, the UK government’s sudden decision to close schools left many unable to provide children with online schooling - we examine the home learning challenges. Cyber security experts give us their forecasts for 2021. And we find out how technology supports the work of the Guide Dogs charity. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2021
Click fraud levels reach new heights in pandemic
Small companies risk losing £10,000 a year, and enterprises as much as £520,000, to cyber criminals as click fraud volumes spike Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
19 Jan 2021
Criminals fiddled stolen Covid-19 vaccine data to damage trust
Malicious actors manipulated stolen Covid-19 data in a way clearly intended to damage public trust in vaccines, says the EMA Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
19 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: In 2021, enable, empower and entrust your users
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2021
MAS offers guidance on mitigating supply chain threats
Monetary Authority of Singapore revises its technology risk management guidelines to help the financial sector guard against supply chain attacks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
18 Jan 2021
MoD reports 18% rise in data loss incidents
The Ministry of Defence reported more than five hundred data security incidents in 2019-20, with seven serious enough to warrant disclosure to the ICO Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
18 Jan 2021
Australians lost A$176m to scams in 2020
Investment scams topped the list of scams, which grew by 23.1% in 2020 as criminals exploited human psychology using social engineering Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
17 Jan 2021
NCSC CyberFirst Girls 2021 contest kicks off
UK’s national cyber agency says it has already had hundreds of entrants in spite of the challenges presented by the pandemic Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Jan 2021
150,000 records accidentally wiped from police systems
Home Office claims data wiped from national police systems only relates to people who have never been convicted of a crime or had further police action taken against them following an arrest Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
15 Jan 2021
US cyber security agencies get $9bn in Biden plan
New funding proposals come as US government reels from the impact of the December 2020 SolarWinds attack Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Jan 2021
Coalition proposes secure standard model for Covid-19 passports
Vaccination Credential Initiative is working to ensure that people vaccinated against Covid-19 can access their records in a secure, verifiable and privacy-preserving way Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jan 2021
All EU states can take data protection cases against Facebook, says EU court
An opinion from the European Court of Justice has the potential to lead to a flood of privacy complaints against Facebook if upheld Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Tip
14 Jan 2021
Select a customer IAM architecture to boost business, security
Not all customer IAM platforms are created equal. Will a security-focused or marketing-focused CIAM architecture best meet your organization's needs? Read on for help deciding. Continue Reading
By- Mike Chapple, University of Notre Dame
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News
14 Jan 2021
Experian calls for less bureaucratic data regulations
Open banking requires cross-industry collaboration, but sharing personal data requires explicit consent, which can become a bottleneck Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Tip
14 Jan 2021
Extended detection and response tools take EDR to next level
Extended detection and response tools offer new capabilities -- among them greater visibility -- to enterprises searching for better ways to protect their endpoints. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jan 2021
Old, on-premise systems targeted in Hackney ransomware attack
Council reveals some more insight into how the Pysa ransomware gang infiltrated its systems by exploiting legacy technology Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jan 2021
Unforeseen consequences of new technologies put UK at risk
Lords committee told that the risks associated with various emerging digital technologies must be assessed together, with input from UK citizens, if the government is to avoid ‘siloisation’ of fundamentally interconnected problems Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
14 Jan 2021
APAC firms grapple with cyber security amid pandemic
Some aspects of cyber security have taken a backseat as companies across the Asia-Pacific region rush to shore up their infrastructure to cope with the demands of remote work Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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Opinion
14 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: Plan for hybrid working to become normal
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
By- Martin Kuppinger, KuppingerCole
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News
13 Jan 2021
Court to rule on Facebook data sharing after Schrems drops legal challenge against Irish regulator
Irish High Court says it will issue a judgment as soon as possible over a draft decision by Ireland’s data protection commissioner to order Facebook to stop the transfer of data about EU citizens to datacentres in the US Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2021
Three-quarters of finance firms report more potentially criminal activity in their networks
Fears of failing to comply with strict regulations grow as financial services firms identify more suspicious financial activity on their networks Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
13 Jan 2021
World’s largest dark web market disrupted in major police operation
Coordinated international operation including Europol and the UK’s National Crime Agency has successfully taken DarkMarket offline Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Jan 2021
Covid-19 immunity passport tests to begin in UK
A Covid-19 immunity and vaccination passport developed by two UK firms and backed by Innovate UK has entered the live testing phase Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Jan 2021
Stolen Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine data leaked
Data dump understood to include screenshots of emails, peer review information, PDFs and PowerPoint presentations Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Jan 2021
Critical zero-day features in first Patch Tuesday of 2021
Microsoft releases fixes for 84 bugs on the first Patch Tuesday of 2021, including a critical zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Defender Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 Jan 2021
Palo Alto Networks opens Australia cloud location
The cyber security company’s Australia cloud location will address data localisation requirements amid growing adoption of cloud-based security services Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
12 Jan 2021
Mimecast latest security firm to be compromised
Users of a specific Mimecast certificate used to authenticate services to Microsoft Office 365 may be at risk of compromise in an attack that may relate to the ongoing SolarWinds incident Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 Jan 2021
Parler collapse opens door to phishing attacks
The shutdown of controversial social media site Parler, and the publication of huge amounts of user data scraped by ethical hackers, is giving cyber crime experts cause for concern Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 Jan 2021
Former ministers speak out on Mike Lynch extradition
As Mike Lynch, founder and former CEO of Autonomy, awaits his US extradition hearing, several former Tory MPs have expressed their concerns Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
12 Jan 2021
Early stage UK security startups face funding crisis
Overall cyber security funding since the advent of the pandemic is well up, but investment is dominated by safe, later-stage firms while those raising capital for the first time fall away Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
12 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: Time for security teams to learn from Covid
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
By- Elliot Rose and Cate Pye
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E-Zine
12 Jan 2021
Can AI ever match the power of the brain?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, artificial intelligence is still no match for the brain – we talk to Intel’s neuromorphic computing lab to see how researchers are trying to address that. Our buyer’s guide examines identity and access management. And we find out why datacentres are becoming a new target for financial investors. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2021
How to tackle the IAM challenges of multinational companies
The rapidly changing business, regulatory and IT environment makes identity and access management a tough nut to crack for large multinationals. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2021
New SolarWinds CEO sets out rescue plan
Customers can expect to see more regular and thorough checks on SolarWinds products, alongside greater engagement with the security community Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
11 Jan 2021
Kaspersky claims link between Solorigate and Kazuar backdoors
Researchers say they have found specific code similarities between the Solorigate/Sunburst malware and the Kazuar backdoor, suggesting some relationship Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
11 Jan 2021
New Zealand central bank IT system breached in cyber attack
Bank is responding to a cyber attack after hackers breached the system of a third-party supplier Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
11 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: Don’t bet on a new normal just yet
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2021
Government use of 'general warrants' to authorise computer and phone hacking is unlawful
A court has ruled that the security and intelligence services can no longer rely on ‘general warrants’ to authorise the hacking of large numbers of computers and phones belonging to UK citizens Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Feature
08 Jan 2021
Picking the right IAM tools is based on more than today’s needs
With remote working now normal, it is important to take proactive steps in managing credentials across platforms that can be subject to multiple data protection regulations. IAM services can streamline this process, but care must be taken to ensure the correct one is chosen Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jan 2021
The nation state threat to business
The SolarWinds hack shows the widespread damage possible from a nation state cyber attack. What is the threat to business and how can it be mitigated? Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2021
Which? online banking investigation reveals ‘worrying gaps’ in security
Consumer rights organisation has ranked the security of UK online current account providers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
07 Jan 2021
How have attitudes to risk and resilience changed?
The New Year is traditionally a time for reflections as well as resolutions. With Throwback Thursday we are happy to offer you both, as we look back to June 2008, when Freeform Dynamics published a ... Continue Reading
By- Tony Lock, Freeform Dynamics
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News
07 Jan 2021
Biden picks cyber veteran to reinvigorate security response
Appointment of career intelligence operative Anne Neuberger signals refreshed security approach for the US government under Joe Biden's administration Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
07 Jan 2021
Trump bans Chinese payment apps
US president signs executive order banning the use of Chinese payments app, citing national security risks Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
07 Jan 2021
Hackney Council data leaked by Pysa ransomware gang
Council data stolen in October is leaked online in a double extortion attack Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
06 Jan 2021
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to remain in prison despite winning extradition battle
Judge cites Assange’s support of NSA whistleblower as one of the reasons for him being at high risk of absconding. He will remain in Belmarsh prison until the US government completes its appeal Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Tip
06 Jan 2021
The human firewall's role in a cybersecurity strategy
The human firewall is a crucial element of a long-term, holistic security initiative. Explore how human firewalls can protect your enterprise against attacks. Continue Reading
By- Jessica Groopman, Kaleido Insights
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News
06 Jan 2021
SolarWinds attack almost certainly work of Russian spooks
Investigations into the far-reaching SolarWinds Solorigate attack did not let up during the holidays Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
06 Jan 2021
Cloud Application Acceleration
First, we had WanOp, then we had “son of WanOp” AKA SD-WAN (and its much misunderstood – mainly by vendors – sibling, SDN) and then the cloud came along and, well, clouded the scenario somewhat. If ... Continue Reading
By- Steve Broadhead, Broadband Testing
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News
05 Jan 2021
Scammers impersonating the ACSC on the prowl
The Australian Cyber Security Centre warns of scammers who are using its name to gain control of personal computers and trick users into revealing personal information Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
05 Jan 2021
Banking trade body calls for increased contactless payment limit
UK Finance proposes an increase in the limit on spending using contactless cards Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
05 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: Cyber effectiveness, efficiency key in 2021
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
By- Simon Persin, Turnkey Consulting
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News
04 Jan 2021
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange cannot be extradited to face charges in US, court rules
Court rules it would be oppressive to send Julian Assange to the US to face trial after finding he is at high risk of suicide. US government says it will appeal Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
04 Jan 2021
Security Think Tank: The year of the work-from-home hangover
After a year of unprecedented disruption thanks to Covid-19, it looks like remote working is set to remain with us for now, which means security strategies will change in 2021. What will this change look like, and what tools and services will be selling like hot cakes? Continue Reading
By- Mike Lloyd, RedSeal
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News
04 Jan 2021
Journalists’ FOI bids stayed as court reconsiders freedom of information rights of people outside UK
Tribunal questions whether people without a British passport or Britons living overseas are eligible to use the UK’s Freedom of Information Act Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Dec 2020
Top 10 networking stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Dec 2020
Top 10 investigations and national security stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 investigations and national security stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Dec 2020
Top 10 technology and ethics stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 technology and ethics stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
30 Dec 2020
Top 10 ASEAN IT stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 ASEAN IT stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
30 Dec 2020
UK-EU Brexit deal passes Commons with six-month data adequacy bridge
IT industry trade body TechUK has welcomed a six-month data adequacy bridge, in the wake of the EU-UK trade deal that the House of Commons has voted for Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor
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Feature
30 Dec 2020
How to monitor remote workers humanely
Monitoring employees who work remotely has taken on a whole extra dimension in the Covid-19 pandemic year of 2020. Financial services firms are among those which suggest ways of doing it humanely and legally Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Dec 2020
Editor's picks: Top cybersecurity articles of 2020
As the year no one could have predicted comes to a close, SearchSecurity takes a 30,000-foot view of the cybersecurity trends and challenges that defined the last 12 months. Continue Reading
By- Katie Donegan, Social Media Manager
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Blog Post
24 Dec 2020
NPCC brings the Christmas present of partnership to UK Cyber Policing
The combination of the Cyber Resilience Centres, Police Cyber Alarm and The Cyber Helpline provides a major advance towards joining up the UK approach to policing the on-line world, Continue Reading
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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Feature
24 Dec 2020
Security Long Reads: Cyber insiders reveal what’s to come in 2021
In this long read, we gather together the thoughts of cyber security insiders from across the industry to get their take on what will happen in 2021 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
24 Dec 2020
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 cyber crime stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
24 Dec 2020
How to manage non-human identities
Identity management has traditionally focused on human identities, but non-human identities are proliferating and must not be overlooked. Businesses can reduce risk by managing both types of identity in the same way using a services-based approach Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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Quiz
23 Dec 2020
Endpoint security quiz: Test your knowledge
Test your knowledge of SASE, split tunneling, and device discovery tool capabilities and best practices in this endpoint security quiz for IT professionals. Continue Reading
By- Katie Donegan, Social Media Manager
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News
23 Dec 2020
Top 10 cyber security stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s 10 top cyber security stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
23 Dec 2020
It’s time to accept that disinformation is a cyber security issue
Tackling the manipulation of truth and facts is no easy task, and it’s time for the cyber security sector to take up the challenge Continue Reading
By- Saj Huq, Plexal
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Feature
23 Dec 2020
Patching: Balancing technical requirements with business considerations
With an increasing reliance on subscription models alongside the regular patching of software, updates have become an essential part of modern business practices. However, care needs to be taken to ensure the optimum patching process is implemented Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2020
Ministry of Justice in the dock for catalogue of serious data breaches
Annual report reveals major incidents of personal data loss affecting 121,355 people and including misplaced, unencrypted USB stick containing documents from a trial, accidental disclosure of identities, and staff files made visible to unauthenticated users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Dec 2020
Top 10 end-user computing stories of 2020
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 end-user computing stories of 2020 Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Blog Post
21 Dec 2020
My Question Answered: Neteventing (not not eventing) In Cyberspace...
My fine friends at Netevents have continued to battle the global lockdown elements (and we now know in England that the words "lockdown" and "tier" mean the same thing - who would have guessed?) ... Continue Reading
By- Steve Broadhead, Broadband Testing
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Blog Post
20 Dec 2020
Why Security As A Service Makes Common Sense...
Let us go back in time to 2019 – a time when we could actually attend IT events in a physical way. There I am, on the top level of a stand, having a coffee and scanning the hall, seeing “me too” ... Continue Reading
By- Steve Broadhead, Broadband Testing
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News
18 Dec 2020
Finnish government tables laws to protect data from cyber criminals
Government is strengthening its legal framework to protect data from hackers in the wake of a massive breach at a psychotherapy centre Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
18 Dec 2020
Utility supplier People’s Energy has entire customer list stolen
All 270,000 customers of People’s Energy, a renewable energy startup, have had their details compromised in a major data breach incident Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
18 Dec 2020
SolarWinds cyber attack is ‘grave risk’ to global security
More victims of the SolarWinds Orion Sunburst cyber attack are being identified as the massive scale of the Russia-linked cyber espionage campaign becomes more clear Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Dec 2020
Dodgy browser extensions put social media users at risk
More than three million users of third-party browser extensions for Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo and others have been infected with malware, according to Avast Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Dec 2020
EU security strategy a ‘step up’ on cyber leadership, says Brussels
The EU’s new cyber security strategy forms a key component of Shaping Europe’s Digital Future, the Recovery Plan for Europe, and the EU Security Union Strategy Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Dec 2020
NHS Scotland taps Check Point to secure Covid-19 data
NHS National Services Scotland is working with security firm Check Point to safeguard its sensitive data in the cloud and support its work on the coronavirus Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Dec 2020
FireEye and partners release SolarWinds kill-switch
A so-called kill-switch for the dangerous SolarWinds Sunburst attack should allay some user fears, but is not a full fix for the issue Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor