Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification that helps small businesses get basic cybersecurity right. But does it actually work, and is it worth the time and money? In this article, we look at what Cyber Essentials involves, how much it costs, and whether it genuinely protects your business from cyber threats. With fresh insights from the UK government’s 2024 evaluation, we uncover the real-world benefits for small businesses.

In one of the most embarrassing cyber trends of 2025, hackers are using Microsoft Teams to impersonate IT support, then tricking employees into launching Windows Quick Assist, effectively handing remote control of their computers to criminals. Once inside, attackers install malware, steal credentials, and deploy persistent backdoors — all thanks to tools Microsoft built and businesses blindly trust. If your staff still believe every Teams message with ‘IT’ in the name is legitimate, congratulations — you’re already a statistic. Learn how this absurdly preventable scam works and what you need to do right fucking now to avoid becoming the next case study in cybersecurity failure.

From smart fridges to connected doorbells, IoT devices collect mountains of personal data; and they’re prime targets for hackers. This guide explores how businesses and consumers can secure their devices, protect sensitive data, and avoid turning their smart home into a cyber criminal’s playground.

Hackers are sending ransom demands via the post, pretending to be BianLian and demanding Bitcoin. Find out why this bizarre scam works, how to respond, and what every UK business must know.

In the chaotic world of cyber security certifications, 2025 offers more choices than ever; but not all of them are worth your time (or sanity). From the gold-standard CISSP to the controversial CompTIA Security+, this guide cuts through the marketing fluff to reveal which certifications actually boost your career and which ones just boost someone’s profit margins. Whether you’re aiming to become a penetration tester, security manager, or cloud security expert, this brutally honest review will help you pick wisely — and avoid the snake oil.

Tata Technologies hit by ransomware attack, exposing 1.4TB of sensitive client data linked to Airbus, Ford, Jaguar and Honda. Learn what happened and how supply chain security failures put everyone at risk.

More than 4,000 ISP networks got hacked because they left their admin passwords set to 'password123' — and shockingly, that didn’t work out well. Cybercriminals brute-forced their way into routers, servers, and management systems, planting infostealers, cryptominers, and enough malware to make an antivirus cry. This wasn’t some elite state-sponsored operation; it was basic-level script kiddie shit that worked because ISPs still treat security like a hobby. Find out how it happened, why your broadband might be slower than a fax machine, and how these companies left the front door wide open for hackers.

5G promises faster speeds and endless connectivity, but for small businesses, it’s also a cyber security minefield. More connected devices means more targets for hackers, and 5G’s speed amplifies every attack. This article explores how 5G is rewriting the cyber risk playbook — and what small businesses need to do to avoid becoming easy prey.

Hackers are using deepfake videos of YouTube’s CEO to phish creators into handing over their accounts. In this absurd cybercrime twist, scammers send fake YouTube monetization emails featuring a realistic AI-generated video of Neal Mohan, urging creators to “confirm policy updates” via a phishing link disguised as YouTube Studio. The result? Stolen credentials, hijacked channels, and another WTF moment in cybersecurity. This scam is shockingly effective because it uses YouTube’s own private video sharing to appear legitimate. Find out how the scam works, how YouTube is responding, and what every creator (and business) must do to avoid getting scammed by a CEO who doesn’t even know he’s in the video.

How did Serbian police and Cellebrite turn Android phones into unlocked treasure chests? Google’s latest vulnerabilities handed over the keys, and now over a billion devices are exposed. Read why your lock screen is about as secure as a garden gate — and why forensic tools are the new hacker goldmine.

Big changes are coming to Cyber Essentials from April 2025, and they are not just cosmetic. From embracing passwordless logins to treating remote workers' devices like company kit, the new rules mean businesses need to sharpen up their security game — fast. Whether you are managing firewalls, updating browser extensions, or figuring out how to patch a vulnerability with no patch, this update raises the bar. Ignore it at your peril.

Quantum computing is coming — and when it does, today’s encryption won’t stand a chance. This article breaks down how quantum computers will change cyber security forever, why small businesses should care, and what steps you can take now to prepare for the next digital arms race.

Trust no one — not even your own staff. That’s the heart of Zero Trust security, the modern approach that treats every device, user, and login as suspicious until proven safe. This guide walks small businesses through the why, what, and how of Zero Trust, helping you lock down your network before cyber criminals stroll right in.

In a move that defies logic, common sense, and basic self-preservation, the US just ordered its cyber defenders to stop investigating Russian attacks. Why should UK businesses care? Because when the world's cyber watchdog leaves the door wide open, every UK SMB becomes an easier target. This isn’t politics — this is your business continuity on the line.

Remote work is great for flexibility — but terrible for cyber security. With staff logging in from cafes, spare bedrooms, and dodgy home Wi-Fi, businesses need a whole new security playbook. This guide explains why remote work is a hacker’s dream and how small businesses can fight back.

Gmail users face a fresh wave of scams in 2025. Cybercriminals now use artificial intelligence, Google Calendar invites, and fake shared Docs to trick you. Learn how to spot the latest tricks and protect your inbox in this tongue-in-cheek survival guide.

Ransomware attacks have changed — and the price for protecting your stolen data now averages £475,000. Hackers are skipping the hassle of file encryption and instead stealing data directly, then demanding payment to keep it private. This shift makes it even clearer that prevention, through schemes like Cyber Essentials, is far cheaper than paying criminals after the fact. In this article, we explore why data theft is the new normal, why small businesses are at risk, and what every company should be doing to stay out of the hackers’ crosshairs.