Tag: security blog
News and information from the Advent IM team.
Spyware, Not ‘Spouseware’: The Sinister Reality of Digital Stalking
- by Anthony Orjally
- Advent IM Blog
Recent revelations have uncovered that spyware applications, such as Spyzie, have compromised the personal data of hundreds of thousands of Android users and thousands of iPhone users. These applications, often termed ‘spouseware’, have been found leaking email addresses, text messages, call logs, photographs, and other sensitive data without the knowledge or consent of the individuals […]
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NIS2 and the UK: Why It Still Matters for Cybersecurity & GRC
- by Anthony Orjally
- Advent IM Blog
The NIS2 Directive is the EU’s latest and most comprehensive effort to enhance cybersecurity across critical sectors. But with the UK no longer an EU member state, many businesses might assume that NIS2 is irrelevant to them. The reality, however, is very different. Despite Brexit, NIS2 has far-reaching implications for UK organisations, particularly those operating […]
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GRC – keeping the gate closed BEFORE the AI horse can bolt
- by Anthony Orjally
- Advent IM Blog
From Advent IM Commercial Director, Ellie Hurst ASyI Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries across the UK, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency. However, the rapid adoption of AI technologies necessitates a robust Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) framework to navigate the complex landscape of ethical, legal, and operational challenges. The Surge of AI […]
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The harsh truth about physical security at universities…
- by Anthony Orjally
- Advent IM Blog
Physical security can often be overlooked in all organisations, in favour of cybersecurity. However, some organisations, in particular universities, should not be brushing it under the carpet. In this blog, we’re going to discuss some personal experiences with different university physical security systems and what we can do to improve current measures. University Scenario 1 […]
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BLOG | Big Brother on Board: How Amazon’s AI Cameras are Reading Emotions of UK Train Passengers
- by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
- General
This article piqued my interest –Amazon-Powered AI Cameras Used to Detect Emotions of Unwitting UK Train Passengers | WIRED – especially “…privacy experts say they are concerned about the overall lack of transparency and debate about the use of AI in public spaces”. We seem to now be in a world where AI is the […]
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Security S.O.S.: Why Outsourcing to a Security Consultancy is Your Digital Lifesaver
- by Olivia Lawlor-Blackburn
- General
In the grand scheme of things, managing a security project can feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle – entertaining for onlookers, but potentially disastrous for you. Enter the unsung heroes of the digital realm: security consultancy firms. Buckle up for a whimsical ride as we uncover why outsourcing your security […]
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Don’t Leave The Backdoor Open!
- by Anthony Orjally
- Advent IM Blog
Are you somebody who leaves their house door unlocked? No? Well then, you need to repeat the same security measures on your computer systems and networks! A backdoor is an undocumented way of gaining access to a computer system or process specifically installed on a system to compromise software at a later date. A backdoor […]
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