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Expert Insight: US Secret Service reports an increase in hacked MSPs

According to ZDNet (https://www.zdnet.com/article/us-secret-service-reports-an-increase-in-hacked-managed-service-providers-msps/) US Secret Service says hackers are breaching MSPs to orchestrate ransomware attacks, point-of-sale intrusions, and business email compromise (BEC) scams. The US Secret Service sent out a security alert last month to the US private sector and government organisations warning about an increase in hacks of managed service providers (MSPs). MSPs provide remote management software for companies. MSPs can be simple services like file-sharing systems to complete solutions that manage a customer's entire computer fleet. Most MSP services are built around a server-client software architecture. The server part can be remotely hosted with the MSP inside a cloud infrastructure or installed on-premise with the client. Usually, getting access to the server component of an MSP grants an attacker full control of all software clients.

: Dan Panesar, Director UK & Ireland, Securonix; Talking Point; Posted On Tuesday, 07 July 2020 11:07

Will The Lockdown Produce More Writing Talent?

A new survey of writers has yielded powerful evidence that writers have been more resilient to the impact of lockdown. Whether or not we see the next big literary success story, we are on track to see a flurry of new books, unlike new film and TV content where productions have stalled.

: THE EDITORIAL TEAM; Industry News; Posted On Monday, 06 July 2020 13:48

Training firm goes virtual in four weeks to give the edge on skill

A North East training company's innovative approach to virtual training is helping get the region back to work during lockdown.

Businesses and jobseekers struggling with the coronavirus downturn are turning to Geon Training's online expertise to help upskill staff working from home, re-train as healthcare key workers or get market-ready skills in key sectors.

: THE EDITORIAL TEAM; Industry News; Posted On Monday, 06 July 2020 13:46

Get serious about cyber security or risk missing out on lucrative tenders

Failing to take cyber security seriously could cost SMEs more than they realise. At a time of increased cyber threats, organisations expect suppliers to step up and evidence their cyber security credentials. Guy Lloyd at CySure explains 3 simple steps to certification that could ensure your tender bid is not rejected.