The SonicWall Cyber Threat Report continues to be an anticipated and valuable annual publication. The first edition of the report was published over a decade ago. Cybersecurity professionals use it to get data-backed insights into the current cybersecurity threat landscape. As threats evolve each year, the report continues to document the current landscape and provide […]
Despite years of experience dealing with it and significant investments in cybersecurity defences, ransomware remains a threat to organisations of all sizes. In 2024, ransomware (coupled with data exfiltration) attacks continued to disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and inflict significant financial damage on businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and other organisations across all sectors. Irish […]
Businesses and public sector organisations in Ireland (or globally!) face increasing pressures to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and deliver on sustainability targets. Internet of Things (IoT) solutions are crucial for addressing these challenges. IoT provides the connectivity infrastructure that enables smart operations across manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, urban infrastructure, and many other sectors of the […]
Impress Your Clients and Improve Security with Augmentt’s 100-Point Security Audit Your clients may not be mechanics, but they understand the importance of regular inspections for their cars. The same goes for their IT environments. With Augmentt’s 100-point security inspection, you can deliver a comprehensive report on your client or prospect’s Microsoft 365 setup. This […]
Estimates show that the cost of cybercrime to organisations in 2023 was €7.2 trillion ($8 trillion), with projections indicating that this will grow to €9.4 trillion ($10.5 trillion) in 2025! Protecting data from cyberattacks and accidental loss is a core requirement of the cybersecurity team. The increasingly used tactic of attackers stealing data to use […]
Legal firms are a prime target for cybercriminals due to the highly sensitive and valuable data they collect and hold. This data typically includes intellectual property, financial records, or personal client information, which is why it’s valuable to attackers. Legal firms and their partner IT and cybersecurity providers are in a constant technological race with […]
Countering the threat from insiders is an important consideration to include in any cybersecurity planning and strategy. Many organisations spend a lot of effort and financial resources on cybersecurity solutions to protect their staff, systems, and data from external threats. While doing this is essential, it’s crucial not to overlook the insider threat in the […]