UK Data Breach Report – May 2025
What happened, who was affected, and what we can learn… May served as a reminder: even data breach trends prompt…
Author: Stu Walsh
I am a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Data Protection Officer (DPO) with extensive experience in overseeing organisational information security strategies as well as establishing and maintaining Information Security Management System (ISMS) required for ongoing General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance, ISO27001 and PCI-DSS certifications; ensuring the protection of sensitive data, and compliance with all UK regulations and standards.
UK Data Breach Report – April 2025
What happened, who was affected, and what we can learn… April had fewer headline-making breaches, but brought further regulatory commentary…
National Password Day 2025 – Practical Steps for Smarter and Safer Passwords
As we recognise National Password Day on 1st May 2025, it’s a timely reminder for individuals and organisations across the…
Cyber Security v Information Security – Why the Difference Matters for SMEs
When it comes to safeguarding your business, it’s easy to see Cyber Security and Information Security as interchangeable. After all,…
UK Data Breach Report – March 2025
What happened, who was affected, and what we can learn… March saw enforcement action against a major NHS software provider.…
What Is an Information Security Management System (ISMS) and Does Your Business Need One?
In today’s digital world, information is gold. Whether it’s customer data, financial records, or internal communications, protecting that information isn’t…
UK Data Breach Report – February 2025
What happened, who was affected, and what we can learn… February brought a surge in breaches within professional services, with…
Permanent Record by Edward Snowden – Review
This review draws on Snowden’s own account as detailed in his book, Permanent Record; published by Metropolitan Books on 17th…
UK Data Breach Report – January 2025
What happened, who was affected, and what we can learn… January kicked off the year with a sobering reminder that…
