SME CYBER INSIGHTS: Thursday 29 May 2025 – Today’s SME Cybersecurity News & Intel
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1). CYBER BREACH: Major Legal Aid Cyber Breach Exposes 2.1M Records Including Criminal Histories Following hard on the heels of a series of well publicised Cyber Attacks on high profile UK organisations including Co-op, Harrods, and Marks & Spencer – The UK Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has confirmed that it has suffered a major Cyber Breach. Hackers are reported to have infiltrated the UK’s Legal Aid Agency (LAA), potentially accessing sensitive personal data of millions of legal aid applicants dating back 15 years. Cybercriminals claim to have accessed 2.1 million pieces of data, though the MoJ has yet to verify this figure. The government discovered the incident on April 23rd but only realized its full extent last Friday [16th. May 2025] suggesting the breach may be larger than initially assessed …
2). The Essential MSSP Checklist: What UK Small Businesses Should Look For. With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, many UK SMEs are turning to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) for protection. But how do you choose the right security partner? This essential checklist will guide you through what matters most when selecting an MSSP that fits your business needs. When selecting an MSSP for your small business, prioritise providers like FoxTech that offer transparent, tailored security services with clear communication. The right security partner doesn’t just protect your business—they empower you to make informed security decisions while handling the complex technical aspects on your behalf …
3). CYBER MITIGATION: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) face numerous cyber threats that can jeopardise their operations. The most common types of cyber attacks include Phishing, malware, Ransomware, and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. Phishing attacks are particularly concerning, as they exploit social engineering tactics to obtain employee credentials or sensitive information. For example, a small business may fall prey to an email that appears legitimate, prompting employees to divulge passwords or financial details, leading to severe consequences. Creating an effective cyber mitigation plan begins with identifying critical assets and data that require protection …
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