Cyber Security
Cyber security experts explore protecting energy sector
Industrial cyber security officials from government and private industry gathered in Houston on Monday 29th October to discuss new ways of countering the rising threats of cyber attack in the energy sector.
Cyber security MOOC to help future professionals
Cyber Security Base with F-Secure, a free online course series developed by the University of Helsinki and F-Secure, is now open for its third year. The course series, designed to give students the practical skills and knowledge required for a career in cyber security, exemplifies some of the strategies companies and educators are using to address a global cyber security talent shortage.
Tightening IoT security with software
Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, smart meters and integrated cloud services are bringing new considerations for organisations in relation to hackers, cyber security and data protection. Here, Martyn Williams, Managing Director of COPA-DATA UK, explained how software is playing an important role in securing networks of IT and operational technology in the energy industry.
Partnership to simplify connected home security
The cyber security provider F-Secure and telecommunications company Elisa have joined forces to simplify how people can secure the internet-connected devices finding their way into homes. Elisa is planning to implement a new internet service that includes routers powered by F-Secure Connected Home Security.
Service can detect how hackable websites and applications are
The web security company High-Tech Bridge’s new system uses AI and Big Data to map risks from cyber criminals and threats via its new non-intrusive product, ImmuniWeb Discovery AI. The launch follows the company’s recent research of FT 500 global companies, which revealed that abandoned, shadow and legacy web applications are deemed the top ‘Achilles heel’ because they virtually invalidate corporate cyber security spending...
Partnership to introduce secure gateway in the market
A specialist in large scale cryptography and security technologies, exceet Secure Solutions, and NEXIONA, an IoT middleware software company, have reached a technology agreement to introduce a highly secure edge gateway aiming at those customers who require the highest levels of security with complete control of their data.
Businesses are risking GDPR penalties
In the two months following the introduction of GDPR, 57% of UK retail businesses have failed to wipe the memory of redundant IT equipment before disposal. Despite GDPR legislation having come into effect over four months ago, the majority of UK retail businesses are now risking penalties by failing to adhere to some of the rules.
electronica 2018 Cyber Security Forum
Security is the key feature in any electronics system or product, whether it is embedded in the hardware or implemented using software. Hosted by Electronic Specifier, the Cyber Security Forum at electronica will offer a range of solutions from four key industry sectors. The forum will take place on 14th-15th November, hall C3, stand 534.
How to keep a smart home secure
It’s well known that when it comes to the Internet, homes are never 100% protected. In the wake of high-profile cyber attacks and data mishandling, many homeowners are unsurprisingly cautious to kit out their home with smart home technology. But are the smart home devices themselves the real open door for attackers?
Brits at risk of exposing their deepest secrets to hackers
New research from UK General Insurance in partnership with Cyber Aware has revealed that 79% of Brits surveyed keep emails in their inboxes that could be exploited by hackers for ID theft, fraud, or impersonation. Cyber Aware is warning that without using a strong and separate password for our main email account, we risk giving information to cyber criminals that could be used against us.