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Protecting your organisation from cyber and economic related risks can seem daunting but there are simple steps you can take to ensure you have the basics in place.

Cyber is often considered to be an issue for an IT department since it is often associated with a need for technical knowledge. However, the input from an IT department or service provider is just one aspect of a good cyber security plan.

Cyber security primarily deals with protecting devices, networks, and systems from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. It is a technical approach that aims to reduce risk by implementing measures such as firewalls, encryption, and access controls to keep sensitive information safe and ensure that systems operate smoothly without disruption.

On the other hand, cyber resilience is a more comprehensive, organisation wide strategy. It goes beyond just preventing attacks; it combines cyber security efforts with business continuity planning. This approach ensures that an organisation can not only protect itself from cyber threats but also be prepared to respond effectively when an attack occurs. It includes the ability to quickly recover from cyber incidents, minimising downtime and financial impact, and maintaining business operations during and after a breach.

In essence, while cyber security focuses on defence, cyber resilience ensures that the organisation can continue to function even in the face of a cyber-attack or breach.

Fraud prevention involves a strategic approach to identifying, preventing, and reducing fraudulent activities within an organisation. This strategy includes establishing strong policies, procedures, and controls to pinpoint and mitigate potential weaknesses. The primary goal of fraud prevention is to protect a companies assets, data, and reputation by preventing various forms of fraudulent behaviour, such as financial fraud, identity theft, cybercrime, and insider threats.

Prioritising prevention over response is crucial in the context of financial crime. By fostering a culture of compliance and integrity, organisations can significantly reduce the risk of fraud and lessen its potential impact on their operations, customers, and stakeholders.

Products and Services

Through a range of products and services, we assist organisations of all sizes in addressing cyber threats. Our expert cyber advice, support and guidance are provided free of charge.

Presentations - Awareness Sessions

By request we can facilitate and present on the latest threats and guidance for organisations, with local and national sector-relevant examples to strengthen learning objectives.

Post-incident Site Visits

Following a cyber and/or economic incident our team can work with your organisation to identify technical and procedural remedies to mitigate further attacks, and offer tools and guidance to help.

Table-top Games

Short games for both senior leaders and employees to teach the basics of cyber security and resilience that we can facilitate.

Our Award Winning 'Decisions and Disruptions' Table Top Exercise

This award-winning table top exercise helps participants tackle cybersecurity threats, including hacking, malware, and physical security. It uses a physical board game, which can be digitised, to show how cybersecurity affects revenue, reputation, and regulatory fines.

Shaped and developed by UK Police forces for educational purposes.

Taking the first steps to protect your organisation

Use strong passwords to protect your data

Passwords – when implemented correctly – are a free, easy way to prevent unauthorised users accessing your devices. Use three random words – such as purple typhoon hippo – rather than common or personal passwords. Provide password managers – such as password manager apps – if employees need access to multiple devices. Switch on two-factor authentication where possible, and always change default passwords that come set on devices by manufacturers.

Back up your data

All organisations, regardless of size, should regularly back-up important data to ensure business continuity in the event of an attack. Identify the data that your organisation couldn’t function without, then back it up to a standalone device – such as a USB stick or separate drive – that is not permanently connected to the internet. You can also back-up to cloud storage.

Protect your organisation from malware

Malicious software – malware – can harm your organisation by infecting your devices with viruses or spyware. You can protect yourself by turning on your firewall, installing and regularly updating antivirus software, keeping your software and hardware up to date, and educating your employees on the risks of scam emails (phishing), unauthorised applications, and unauthorised USB drives and memory sticks.

How our partners can help

Police Cyber Alarm

Police CyberAlarm is designed to work alongside your current network security devices to analyse suspicious data that is being sent to your systems by sources on the internet. Becoming a Police CyberAlarm member allows you to receive regular reports on suspicious activity, so you can take action to reduce identified vulnerabilities.

Cyber Resilience Centre for Wales

The Welsh Cyber Resilience Centre, part of a UK-wide initiative launched in 2019, provides affordable cyber security services and memberships for businesses of all sizes. It helps identify vulnerabilities, review policies, and boost staff cyber awareness. The CRC offers ongoing support to ensure businesses stay resilient against emerging cyber threats.