A Stroll Down Memory Lane: The Internet Meltdowns from 1997 to 2024
From the AS 7007 BGP meltdown to the recent CrowdStrike fiasco, our digital world’s fragility is a sobering, yet humorous, reminder of our tech dependence.
Managed IT
DMARC Deadlines Approaching: What You Need to Know
We’ve got you covered! At Equate Group Ltd., we’ve taken proactive measures to ensure all our customers are prepared for the new DMARC requirements set by Google and Yahoo. Here’s a TLDR rundown of what we’ve done and what you need to do: What We’ve Done What We Need from You Why This Matters Google … Read more
Don’t Leave Your Data in the Hands of an MSP Without a Plan!
It’s time to face the facts, cyber attacks are on the rise, and your data is more vulnerable than ever. With this in mind, it’s critical to choose an MSP that takes cybersecurity seriously. But how can you be sure that your MSP is up to the task? The answer is simple: check for Cyber … Read more
Don’t Make Excuses! This is why Small UK Businesses Should Get Cyber Essentials Certified
As a small business owner in the UK, you’re probably aware of the increasing risk of cyber attacks. However, you may also have some concerns and objections about getting Cyber Essentials certified. It’s understandable that you may have some reservations, but it’s important to consider the many benefits that certification can bring to your business. … Read more
10 reasons why all UK SMBs should be Cyber Essentials certified.
Small businesses in the UK are facing an increased risk of falling victim to cyber-attacks. As a result, it’s more important than ever for small businesses to take cybersecurity seriously. One effective solution is the UK government-backed scheme, Cyber Essentials. It is designed to be easy to implement and provides a set of basic but … Read more
The Importance of Cyber Essentials for Small Businesses: A Look at the Statistics
Cybersecurity is a critical concern for small businesses in the United Kingdom. With over 5.7 million small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the country, these businesses play a vital role in the economy. Unfortunately, small businesses are at a higher risk of falling victim to cyber-attacks. In fact, according to the UK government’s Cyber … Read more
Microsoft Patch Update – August 2021
Last week Microsoft released software updates to plug at least 44 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and related products. The software giant warned that attackers are already pouncing on one of the flaws. Ironically enough involves an easy-to-exploit bug in the software component responsible for patching Windows 10 PCs and Windows Server 2019 machines. Microsoft said attackers have seized upon CVE-2021-36948, which … Read more