Rhys Roberts | 22/10/2025 After the wake of the CDK hack that caused disruptions for over 15,000 car dealerships, a new trend has emerged in the car dealership space. Studies have shown that cyber-attacks on car dealerships have increased, with the impact on businesses increasing. The findings are as follows: 16 days average downtime due to breach $228,125 cost of average payout for ransomware 84% of customers would not buy from impacted company due to loss of trust 36% of d

Rhys Roberts | 21/10/2025 KNP logistics was a UK based logistics company that was impacted by a ransomware attack in June 2023. Within 60 days of being breached, the company had filed for administration as it was unable to pay the ransom or restore operations. In total, 700 jobs were lost. The company believed it was secure and resilient with backups. KNP had also taken out cyber insurance, yet this attack still sunk a 158-year-old company. How did this happen? Hackers were

When most small businesses think about cybersecurity, they picture antivirus software or strong passwords. But real protection goes deeper than that. Cyber security is a process —an ongoing effort to build, maintain, and improve your defences. It’s about combining multiple layers of protection so that if one control fails, another is there to catch the threat. This approach is known as defence in depth , and it’s essential for every small or micro business operating today. He

For small businesses, skipping software updates can feel harmless. In reality, outdated software is one of the most serious cybersecurity risks for small and micro businesses . Hackers actively scan for unpatched systems, and just one vulnerable application can put your entire network, customer data, and critical operations at risk. Why Outdated Software Is a Major Threat Cybercriminals don’t need human error to strike. “No-click” vulnerabilities  allow malware to infect devi

For years, businesses were told to force regular password changes — every 90 days, every 6 months, or at least once a year. The idea was simple: change passwords often, stay secure. But in 2025, that approach is considered outdated and counterproductive . Security fatigue is real, and constant password resets can actually weaken  your defences rather than strengthen them. So, what does a modern, effective password policy  look like for small and micro businesses? Let’s break