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    2023-10-23 15:45:50

    The problem of shadow IT – and how to get the human factor right in cyber security

    Here at Grant McGregor we are believe that your staff play a vital role in your cyber security defence. While awareness training and a good reporting culture are staples of this approach, there are other behavioural activities that an organisation must address in order to strengthen its...

    2023-09-19 09:54:38

    How to encourage staff to report suspicious cyber activity

    Your staff have a key role to play when it comes to cyber security. This isn’t limited to helping them understand and recognise common attack vectors – it must also include encouraging them to report any suspicious cyber activity.

    2022-08-29 07:30:00

    Your 2022 update on the ransomware threat

    Like many types of cybercrime, ransomware is a steadily growing threat. The Grant McGregor team looks at the current state of the threat – and what to do about it. More than two-thirds of organisations questioned as part of the 2022 Proofpoint survey reported that they had suffered at least one...

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    2021-10-04 07:30:00

    How to Create an Incident Response Plan

    A few weeks ago, we talked about the need to create an open culture in your organisation; one in which people are actively encouraged to report cyber concerns. In this blog, we revisit the topic and detail how to create an effective incident response plan. Your incident response plan has a...

    2021-07-21 08:12:22

    How to Develop an Incident Reporting Culture

    Incident response, incident response planning and the nurturing of a positive incident reporting culture within your organisation are all critical aspects of cyber security. This blog focuses on why you need to develop an incident reporting culture and how to do it. It may seem a little defeatist...

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