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What is a Phishing Simulation?

Phishing is a serious problem for companies of all sizes and all sectors. But by using phishing simulation exercises, an organisation can take control of

James MacKay August 9, 2022

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5 Examples of Social Engineering Attacks

Here is a look at how social engineering attacks happen and what you can do to prevent your staff from being socially engineered.

James MacKay July 26, 2022

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The Reality of a Ransomware Attack

Ransomware is one of the most insidious and harmful forms of malware. If your organisation is infected with ransomware, expect chaos.

James MacKay July 12, 2022

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10 Ways to Protect Against Phishing Scams

Here we look at the extent of phishing scams, what they look like, and how to protect against them.

James MacKay June 21, 2022

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How to Spot the Signs of a Social Engineering Attack

Why go through the hassle of smashing down a door when you can ask someone to hand over the key?

James MacKay May 24, 2022

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5 Best Practices to Prevent Ransomware Attacks

Ransomware continually makes the headlines because of the shock tactics that identify this type of cyber attack.

James MacKay May 10, 2022

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Phishing Emails: Common Words and Terminology

Cybercriminals will stoop to the lowest levels to carry out a cyber attack. For example, there have been mass phishing campaigns targeting the Ukrainian military

James MacKay March 10, 2022

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Phishing Simulation: Why Phish Your Users?

By the end of 2021, ransomware attacks had escalated to one attempt every 11 seconds.

James MacKay February 23, 2022

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Social Engineering Attacks to Watch Out For in 2022 and Beyond

According to research from Beaming, in 2021 UK businesses had to deal with an attempted data breach every 47 seconds.

James MacKay January 21, 2022

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The Elements of a Convincing Phishing Attack

Cassie Chadwick was a fraudster at the turn of the 20th century. Chadwick committed an early version of identity theft to carry-out wire fraud

James MacKay January 14, 2022

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Educating Employees About Social Engineering

Cybercriminals have increasingly applied the ‘human factor’, aka social engineering, to great effect when carrying out a cyber attack.

James MacKay December 9, 2021

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How to Run a Successful Phishing Simulation Campaign

Phishing simulation campaigns are an effective way to teach employees to spot deceptive messages and help combat phishing.

James MacKay December 3, 2021

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7 Ways Employees Can Reduce The Risk of Ransomware Attacks

The risk of ransomware attacks have never been higher as cybercriminals have evolved their attacks, learn how staff can reduce the risk of ransomware attacks.

James MacKay August 20, 2021

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Ransomware Attacks in the Public Sector

Ransomware in the public sector has always been a target for cybercriminals intent on data theft and criminal damage. This is verified by Verizon in

James MacKay June 24, 2021

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What is a Phishing Simulation?

5 Examples of Social Engineering Attacks

The Reality of a Ransomware Attack

10 Ways to Protect Against Phishing Scams

How to Spot the Signs of a Social Engineering Attack

5 Best Practices to Prevent Ransomware Attacks

Phishing Emails: Common Words and Terminology

Phishing Simulation: Why Phish Your Users?

Social Engineering Attacks to Watch Out For in 2022 and Beyond

The Elements of a Convincing Phishing Attack

Educating Employees About Social Engineering

How to Run a Successful Phishing Simulation Campaign

7 Ways Employees Can Reduce The Risk of Ransomware Attacks

Ransomware Attacks in the Public Sector

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