Cyber Culture: See Something – Say Something!
While organisations invest heavily in cybersecurity technologies, strengthening the behavioural security layer is equally vital. A positive cyber culture, where employees feel responsible for security and empowered to act, is a crucial defence against cyber risks. Find out about 5 practical tipps on how a board can foster a positive cyber culture in this article.
Closing the Cyber Confidence Gap in the Boardroom
Boards don’t need to be cybersecurity experts—but they do need confidence to oversee cyber risks effectively. This article explores how directors can build that confidence, prepare for the upcoming UK Cyber Governance Code of Practice, and integrate cyber expertise strategically into their board's practices.
Repay Your Security Debt
Security debt stems from limited time, resources, or expertise to address technical gaps—often due to budget constraints. It appears as software bugs, missing patches, outdated systems, or non-compliant architectures. Without clear priorities, managing this debt can feel overwhelming, but ignoring it carries significant cyber risks. Consider these 4 steps when developing a structured security debt repayment strategy:
Shine Light on IT!
When trying to understand what technology, data, applications, and services your organisation needs to protect "Shadow IT" is a common challenge. These are systems, applications, or services that are introduced and used without the organisation’s formal approval or knowledge. "Shadow IT" poses serious risks to cybersecurity.
Fearless
Managing Cyber Risk can be challenging for a board, but it doesn't have to be daunting. In the past, this responsibility was often relegated to the technology team, with discussions dominated by complex jargon. However, the board can approach Cyber Risk management with confidence by taking specific, actionable steps.