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How to Choose a Managed SOC in 2026
The case for outsourcing security operations is compelling. Building a fully staffed in-house SOC is [...]
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29
May
May
Shadow AI Is Becoming the Biggest Data Leak Most Companies Cannot See
AI adoption is outpacing every technological shift in history. But speed of access is not [...]
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28
May
May
How Cybercriminals Bypass MFA: The Reality of Modern Identity Attacks
MFA is one of the most effective cybersecurity controls available today, but it is not [...]
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22
May
May
BYOD Security in Ireland: Why MDM Alone Is No Longer Enough
Most organisations have no visibility into what's actually happening when those personal devices touch company [...]
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23
Apr
Apr
Microsoft Security Gaps Are Being Exploited: Are You Exposed?
The Stryker cyber-attack shows a hard truth: Microsoft security tools are powerful, but not secure [...]
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31
Mar
Mar
Central Bank of Ireland Thematic Review: A Practical Roadmap to Resilience for Credit Unions
Credit unions face growing pressure to meet the Central Bank of Ireland’s Thematic Review requirements. [...]
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30
Mar
Mar
NIS2 and Board Accountability: What Directors Must Now Do
Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue. Under NIS2, directors must actively approve [...]
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24
Feb
Feb
Gaming Consoles Are Internet Devices Too
A PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch is not just a box under the television. It [...]
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09
Feb
Feb
Why Free Antivirus Is Risky Business
Free antivirus software is often seen as a sensible cost-saving measure. For businesses, it can [...]
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23
Jan
Jan
The Role of CISO as a Service in 2026
CISO as a Service has moved beyond being a cost-saving alternative to a full-time hire. [...]
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15
Jan
Jan
2025 Cyber Security Year in Review: The Risks That Changed Everything
Change defined cyber security in 2025. Long-held assumptions about safety, resilience, and control were challenged [...]
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15
Dec
Dec
5 Questions You Must Ask Before Choosing a Penetration-Testing Vendor
Learn the five essential questions to ask before choosing a penetration-testing vendor. Understand how methodology, [...]
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05
Dec
Dec
A Wake-Up Call on Cloud Resilience
We shine a light on the growing conversation around business continuity and cloud reliance. CommSec [...]
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27
Nov
Nov
Penetration Testing vs TLPT vs BAS: Closing the Detection Gap
The cyber threat landscape is changing fast, and traditional point-in-time testing is no longer enough. [...]
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29
Oct
Oct
Securing the Future: Why AI Security is Now a Board-Level Priority
AI is transforming how organisations operate, but it is also reshaping the threat landscape. As [...]
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28
Oct
Oct
The Growing Cybersecurity Threats Facing Higher Education
Universities have become prime targets for ransomware and credential theft. Recent breaches reveal lessons in [...]
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29
Sep
Sep
When The Browser Becomes a Security Blindspot
Browser extensions are a hidden enterprise risk. Learn how attackers exploit this blindspot and why [...]
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03
Sep
Sep
Why SaaS Security Needs to Be a Top Priority for IT Leaders
SaaS adoption is rising fast, but so are risks. Misconfigurations, unsecured APIs, and outdated security [...]
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19
Aug
Aug
NIS2 Directive Update: Timeline, New Guidance, and What Irish Organisations Must Do
Ireland will enact NIS2 in Q4 2025, with penalties from 2026. About 4,000 organisations must [...]
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08
Jul
Jul
Quantum Computing and the Future of Cybersecurity: Practical Implications for CISOs
Quantum computing is poised to be a game-changer for cybersecurity – for better and for [...]
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27
Jun
Jun
DORA Compliance for Irish Credit Unions A Guide
Credit unions in Ireland may be exempt from DORA until 2028, but the Central Bank [...]
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11
Jun
Jun
Penetration Testing and Compliance: Proving Security Where It Matters Most
Penetration testing plays a critical role in ISO 27001 and NIS2 compliance by validating that [...]
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29
May
May
Why Backups Alone Will Not Save You from Ransomware A NIS2 Perspective
Backups are critical for business continuity, but they are no longer enough on their own. [...]
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22
May
May
Cybersecurity Risks in Mergers & Acquisitions
Discover the key cybersecurity risks in M&A and how to protect your organisation during the [...]
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29
Apr
Apr
A Guide to Email Security and Deliverability
Discover how to protect your brand and improve email performance with robust email authentication and [...]
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24
Apr
Apr
Rising Cyber Risks in Digital Construction
Discover why cyber security is critical in modern construction. Learn about real threats, emerging risks, [...]
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04
Apr
Apr
How AI is Revolutionising Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
This blog explores how AI is transforming Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) from a reactive, [...]
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24
Mar
Mar
Navigating ISO 27001 Certification: Key Changes, Benefits, and Why You Need It
Discover why ISO 27001:2022 certification is essential for modern businesses. Learn about the key changes, [...]
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21
Feb
Feb
How IT Security Leaders Can Set Themselves Up for Success in 2025
Discover actionable strategies for IT security leaders to overcome 2025's top challenges, including AI risks, [...]
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09
Jan
Jan
How to Choose the Right Cyber Security Solution
Discover the top 10 considerations for selecting the right technology vendor, including integration, scalability, compliance, [...]
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16
Dec
Dec