In our August roundup, read about the UK being the third most targeted country for malware attacks, behind only the US and Canada, experiencing 100 million cyberattacks in just 3 months. Also, how a weak password brought down a 158-year-old company and more than 16 billion passwords exposed. Here’s your essential monthly wrap-up.
UK now ranks third in the world for cyber attacks
The UK is now the third most targeted country in the world for malware after seeing over 100 million cyber attacks over the past three months, according to a new report.
Adoption of cyber insurance by UK small and medium sized enterprises
This study explores small and medium sized enterprises’ (SMEs) perceptions of cyber insurance, their adoption decisions, its role in risk management, and market gaps requiring potential government intervention.
Weak password destroys a 158-year-old company
In late July, a 158-year-old Northamptonshire transport company, KNP, collapsed after a ransomware attack left 700 employees jobless. Attackers exploited a weak employee password to access systems, encrypt data, and demand an estimated £5m ransom. Unable to pay, the company lost access to critical data and ceased trading.
Getting your organisation ready for Windows 11 upgrade before Autumn 2025
Why you should act now to ensure you meet the new hardware standards and prioritise security.
16 billion passwords exposed in historic breach
August saw the largest credential breach in history, exposing 16 billion login credentials across 30 datasets. The leaked data includes usernames, passwords, tokens, and cookies from major platforms like Facebook, Google, Apple, GitHub, and Telegram.
The Cyber Essentials Readiness Tool
The Cyber Essential Readiness Tool is designed to help you think about cyber security within your organisation. By answering a series of questions you’ll get tailored guidance on how to implement the Cyber Essentials controls.