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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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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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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Our cyber security checklist for computer users

2022-04-14T17:12:05+01:00February 25th, 2022|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

Below is a cyber security checklist of things we can all do to protect ourselves and our businesses when we’re online. — By Ivan Santos, Service Desk Manager As a result of the crisis in Ukraine, the government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an update, calling on UK organisations to bolster their [...]

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Cyber Security Advice and Resources

2021-11-25T19:45:32+00:00November 25th, 2021|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

For cyber security advice and resources look no further! Whether you know what you want an answer to or don’t know where to begin; this blog has useful information and links. Firstly, it’s a fact that cyber security attacks are increasing, they’re a worldwide problem – and no one is infallible. So even if you [...]

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Have you got a cybersecurity strategy?

2022-03-28T22:54:39+01:00November 10th, 2021|Cyber Security, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

You should have a cybersecurity strategy - basically a document that will cover all the steps you need to have gone through to protect your business as well as possible against cyber crime. And, in the face of rising cyber attacks, you should include having a Cyber Incident Response Plan in your strategy too. Because [...]

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4 lawtech fixes to ace your caseload

2022-03-28T22:58:23+01:00September 23rd, 2021|Law, Productivity, Remote Working, Security and Threats|

Lawtech can provide cost-effective solutions to the ‘time poor’ problem that many in the legal profession suffer. It addresses challenges affecting quality, security and communications. This will make a big difference especially as, post lockdown, law firm leaders are considering their growth plans in the context of their impact on staff wellbeing, increased scrutiny from [...]

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How to access Mimecast ‘On Hold’ messages

2021-11-24T10:55:33+00:00September 22nd, 2021|Cyber Security, Remote Working, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

In our series of ‘how to’ videos we include tips on using Mimecast cloud cybersecurity. This time, we look at how to access and work with Mimecast 'on hold' messages via the Mimecast website portal or Outlook app. Mimecast provides a whole range of tools for email, data and web to help prevent cyber threats [...]

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