Multifactor authentication not infallible cybersecurity defence

2022-11-29T09:41:37+00:00November 23rd, 2022|Biometrics, Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

We explain why using multifactor authentication alone may not stop a cyber attack - it's still a vital tool to use but there are other cybersecurity measures you should consider too ... Over the last few years, cyber security advisors - including Pro Drive - have been insisting businesses and individuals use multifactor authentication [...]

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Passkeys – for passwordless sign-ins

2022-11-03T09:36:01+00:00November 3rd, 2022|Cyber Security, Technology News|

Microsoft, Google and Apple’s latest iPhone, Mac and iPad devices include Passkeys, a replacement for passwords. Learn more here … If you have had enough of having to remember and use passwords you will be pleased to hear there’s an alternative out there. What is Passkeys? Passkeys comprise two digital keys instead of username [...]

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Major Apple security alert for iPhone, iPad and Macs

2022-08-23T17:57:44+01:00August 22nd, 2022|Cyber Security, Tips and Advice|

A major Apple security alert has been announced, regarding a serious cyber security vulnerability that can affect their iPhone, iPad and Mac devices.  Here's what you should know and do ... If exploited the flaw could allow cyber criminals to take complete control of a victim’s device.  This could potentially grant them access to personal [...]

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Complete your Cyber Security Incident Response Plan

2022-06-28T16:59:03+01:00June 14th, 2022|Business Continuity, Cyber Security|

On 21 September, learn what your business needs to do if you experience a cyber attack and leave our workshop with a Cyber Security Incident Response Plan you can follow. Why? Because any business can be attacked at any time now. Sadly, as cyber crime has become more sophisticated and widespread, it is more [...]

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Why a password manager is a ‘Must Have’ right now

2023-06-15T17:13:48+01:00June 1st, 2022|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

We look at why a bad password can ruin your day - and how a password manager can help you. Read the blog/watch the video - and don't just do nothing about it; we're all guilty of sticking our heads in the sand at times over cyber security but cyber criminals target just such [...]

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Passwords are a pain without a password manager

2022-05-05T17:48:07+01:00May 5th, 2022|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Technology News|

Passwords are an everyday fact of being online but they’re a pain aren’t they? Did you know Pro Drive offers a LastPass password manager service to help businesses keep their data secure? Everyone is online these days and businesses use numerous different apps in their daily operations, most of which need passwords. There is a [...]

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Writing a Cyber Security Incident Response Plan

2022-05-20T15:42:10+01:00May 3rd, 2022|Cyber Security|

AKA: What to do if you suffer a cyber attack, a Cyber Security Incident Response Plan provides steps to follow if you or your business gets hit by cyber crime and every organisation should have one! Discovering and experiencing a cyber attack is a high-pressure situation where speed of response is critical. The faster you [...]

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Update – refurbished laptops initiative & technical skills

2022-11-16T11:56:09+00:00March 29th, 2022|Cyber Security, Technology News|

Our engineers here at Pro Drive have been very busy using their technical skills in their spare time, refurbishing second hand laptops which have been distributed mainly via charities. Our whole team collected laptops that were around 4 – 5 years old or less from some of our lovely clients – as well as [...]

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Why you should act on cybersecurity threats

2022-03-29T17:50:56+01:00March 17th, 2022|Cyber Security, Energy, Financial Services, GDPR, Law, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

Due to the conflict in Ukraine the government, the ICO and UK cyber experts generally are all urging SMEs to act against increased cybersecurity threats. The situation in Ukraine poses an increased risk of cyber attacks to businesses and exacerbates the rise in cybercrime seen throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, partly due to cyber criminals exploiting [...]

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Vulnerability Assessment – what it is and who needs it

2022-03-08T16:01:19+00:00March 8th, 2022|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

Your business might need a Vulnerability Assessment, starting with a scan, for several reasons. Here, we explain what it is and why it needs to be managed. Watch our video to learn all about Vulnerability Assessment and/or read on below!      Why would my business need a Vulnerability Assessment? You are certified to [...]

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