Category: Advent IM Blog

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Governance, Risk, and Compliance: A Lifejacket, Not a Straitjacket

Ellie Hurst ASYi, Commercial Director. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) often gets a bad rap. It’s seen as bureaucratic, restrictive, and an endless list of policies and procedures that stifle creativity and slow organisations down. But this perception couldn’t be further from the truth. Done right, GRC is not a straitjacket—it’s a lifejacket, providing the […]

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The Hidden Vulnerabilities of Smart Cars: Lessons from the VW Data Breach

The recent VW Group data breach exposed sensitive information of over 800,000 electric vehicle owners, highlighting a critical flaw in the industry’s data management practices. As the automotive industry evolves toward electric and smart vehicles, data privacy is becoming a paramount concern. Cariad, a Volkswagen subsidiary focused on automotive software, reportedly exposed sensitive data from […]

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NEW PODCAST | Securing the Future: 2025 Predictions for Cybersecurity

Join host Mike Gillespie as he dives into bold predictions for the 2025 security landscape with Advent IM directors Ellie Hurst and Dave Wharton. From evolving ransomware tactics and cloud computing advancements to the transformative role of AI, this episode delivers expert insights on the challenges and opportunities shaping the digital world. Stay ahead of […]

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Ace Grading, Pokémon, and Security: Rebuilding Trust After a Targeted Break-In

In a disheartening event that sent ripples through the Pokémon card community, Randolph, the owner of Ace Grading – a Pokémon card grading company – recently experienced a targeted break-in at his facility. Despite visible distress, Randolph has admirably taken ownership of the situation and is determined to rebuild trust with his community while strengthening […]

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MoD Cyberattack: Russian Hackers Expose Passwords, Spark Fears of Espionage and Operational Risks – Mike Gillespie, CEO, Advent IM

The recent announcement the Ministry of Defence has been hit by a major cyberattack and as a result has had a data breach where passwords belonging to nearly 600 employees were stolen and leaked onto the dark web. has raised a few eyebrows.  The attack is believed to have been carried out by Russian hackers […]

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CISOs will face growing challenges in 2025 and beyond

From Covid-19 to war in Ukraine, SolarWinds Sunburst, Kaseya, Log4j, MOVEit and more, the past five years brought cyber to mainstream attention, but what comes next? The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank looks ahead to the second half of the 2020s. Click Here to read the FULL Security Think Tank Article by Mike Gillespie and […]

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UK Data (Access and Use) Act: What To Know

The bill aims to regulate various aspects of data access, usage, and protection, encompassing customer and business data, privacy, and electronic communications. It includes provisions for verifying individual identities, managing street apparatus information, maintaining birth and death registers, and ensuring standards for health and social care data. Additionally, it addresses smart meter communication licensing, information […]

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Black Friday: A Playground for Cybercriminals

Black Friday is not just a day of discounts but also a high season for cybercriminals who exploit the shopping frenzy to scam individuals and attack businesses. With the promise of massive discounts and limited time offers, this high traffic shopping season creates the perfect conditions for scams and cyberattacks. Rising Threats Recent years have […]

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