5 Ways AI Is Changing the Cyber Threat Landscape
Artificial intelligence is changing the way organisations work, but it is also changing the way cyber criminals operate. The important point is that AI isn’t necessarily creating completely new types of cyber attack. Instead, it is helping attackers make existing techniques faster, more scalable and more effective. The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has […]
Building a Smarter, More Secure Network with Extreme Networks
The network is no longer simply the infrastructure that connects people to the internet. For modern organisations, it sits underneath almost everything: cloud applications, collaboration tools, security systems, wireless devices, IoT, remote working and increasingly, artificial intelligence. As organisations become more connected, the demands placed on their networks are changing too. Networks need to support […]
You Have Cyber Insurance. That Doesn’t Mean You’re Covered.
Having cyber insurance is not the same as being covered: a policy won’t stop the downtime, the lost contracts or the reputational damage, and insurers decline to pay more often than boards expect. The businesses that survive an attack treat insurance as a backstop, not a plan, and can answer the right questions long before they need to claim. […]
Help Desk Impersonation Attacks: The Social Engineering Threat Organisations Need to Know
Imagine receiving a phone call from someone claiming to be from your IT team. They know your name, your job role and even mention a problem with your account. They ask you to approve a multi-factor authentication (MFA) request or install remote support software so they can “fix” the issue. It sounds convincing. That’s exactly […]
The Configuration Gap: Why Having the Right Tools Isn’t Enough
Most businesses hit by ransomware already own the right security tools. The breach comes from what is unpatched, misconfigured or poorly segmented behind them, and since no one can patch everything, the businesses that recover fastest are the ones designed to contain an intrusion, not just keep it out. Every operational business we have recovered […]
What Is IASME Cyber Assurance and Why Does It Matter?
Cyber security has become a critical priority for organisations of all sizes. As businesses become increasingly dependent on cloud platforms, connected systems and digital services, the potential impact of a cyber incident continues to grow. Many organisations have invested in security technologies such as firewalls, endpoint protection, backup solutions and monitoring tools. However, having security […]
Understanding The Cyber Kill Chain In 2026
What is the Cyber Kill Chain? Cyber attacks are advancing at an unprecedented pace. Artificial intelligence is helping threat actors automate reconnaissance, create increasingly convincing phishing campaigns and accelerate the development of malware, while ransomware groups continue to refine their tactics and target organisations of every size. Although the methods attackers use have become more […]
The Safe Way to Use AI in the Workplace: A Business Guide
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become part of everyday working life. Whether employees are using tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot or Google Gemini to draft emails, summarise meeting notes, analyse data or generate ideas, AI is helping organisations work faster and more efficiently. What was once considered an emerging technology is now becoming […]
UK Universities Hit by Cyber Attacks: Here’s Why a Modern Network Matters
Recent cyber attacks affecting some UK universities have once again highlighted the challenges facing the higher education sector. The incidents have reminded us all of the risks universities face when managing vast amounts of sensitive data across increasingly complex digital environments. The University of Nottingham recently confirmed that hackers accessed its student records system, potentially exposing […]
Five Eyes AI Warning: Why Business Leaders Need to Rethink Cyber Security Now
The world’s leading cyber security agencies have issued a rare joint warning, and the message is clear: AI is about to change the cyber threat landscape faster than most organisations are prepared for. In June 2026, the cyber security agencies of the Five Eyes alliance, comprising the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, released […]