Tag: information security
News and information from the Advent IM team.
I write this as someone with first-hand experience in information security and its management and also experience in Policing, having served part of my career as a frontline Police Constable; this combination allows me to clearly observe the lack of information management within policing. In 2007, the movie Hot Fuzz starring Simon Pegg and Nick […]
Read MoreIn today’s interconnected and digitally driven business landscape, supply chain and third-party information security risk management have become critical components of a company’s overall cybersecurity strategy. As organisations continue to expand their networks and rely on external partners for various services, the potential vulnerabilities also increase. This is where the expertise of independent consultants can […]
Read MoreIt is the time of year when we turn over a new leaf and try to put plans in place to improve ourselves in the coming year. 2024 could be the year you get your arms around Governance, Risk and Compliance and related security needs! We have some ideas to get you started into a […]
Read MoreThe Silent Threat: Unveiling the Menace of Zero-Click Malware New cyber security threats emerge with alarming regularity. One such stealthy adversary that has gained prominence in recent times is zero-click malware. Unlike traditional malware that requires user interaction, zero-click malware operates silently, exploiting vulnerabilities without any action from the user. In this blog post, we […]
Read MoreWhat a year it has been! At the start of 2023, we celebrated our 20th birthday. When we reflect on the last 20 years, we wonder at how significantly the world has changed since we were a small start-up in an Enterprise Centre. Cyber has entered the mainstream; no longer a niche, the reserve of […]
Read MoreIn the grand scheme of things, managing a security project can feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle – entertaining for onlookers, but potentially disastrous for you. Enter the unsung heroes of the digital realm: security consultancy firms. Buckle up for a whimsical ride as we uncover why outsourcing your security […]
Read MoreFrom Head of Client Development, Derek Willins. Recent reports from Gartner (and Splunk) highlight the chaos that is unfolding in cyber security. By 2025 Gartner predicts; “nearly half of cyber leaders will change jobs, with 25% moving to different roles”. They went on to say that in effect, success is judged on not being hacked, […]
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