Strident Secure News

Users want to be secure but feel overwhelmed and undertrained

The latest CYBSAFE Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviours Report has landed, and the key findings are a mixed bag of positives and negatives. Find out more.

How can Cybersecurity Champions help you?

Most cybersecurity training just ticks a box. That's fine if all you want is a certificate for the file. Our training gives you something you can use.

Why a hardware security key is better for Microsoft 365

Passwords are forgotten, reused, phished, and stolen. A hardware security key offers a simple, secure alternative and it works seamlessly with Microsoft 365. Time to ditch the password?

Mimecast spam email filtering goes beyond Outlook's basic offering

Microsoft 365 and its built-in Exchange Online Protection (EOP) does a decent job of catching "obvious" spam. Many businesses are finding that "decent" isn't enough.

Web filtering keeps malicious and disruptive content at bay.

The web and its AI-powered alter ego are amazingly useful … and an opportunity to waste huge amounts of time or quickly cause a business problem. What can you do?

‘Man-in-the-Middle’ attacks: the Invisible Eavesdropper.

The move to hybrid working has unlocked productivity and reduced overheads. But is someone intercepting all your emails?

Stop data loss from inside!

A study found that 40% of employees admit to taking data with them when they leave a job. Discover how your business can prevent the loss of sensitive data.

Strident Cyber Risk Report

2025 was a landmark year in the evolution of cyber risk, marked by significant incidents and regulatory advancements. Download the report for actionable insights.

PromptLock: How AI-Powered ransomware affects your business

The cybersecurity landscape has reached a concerning milestone; the first recorded instance of AI-powered ransomware. Discover more.

New UK Cyber Security & Resilience Bill to transform national security.

The UK government has outlined significant changes to its national cyber security framework with the introduction of the Cyber Security & Resilience Bill. Discover more.

AI deepfakes and security highlighted in a cybersecurity report

It's a concerning summary of cybersecurity practices in an AI-driven world. While user awareness grows, the gap between knowledge and action continues to widen. Find out more.

Successful cyber attacks due to poor controls

Successful cyber attacks at Jaguar Land Rover and Heathrow Airport have once again highlighted the importance of ensuring businesses have robust security protocols in place. Do you?

Strident named Partner of the Year by ESET

We are honoured to have been awarded MSP Partner of the Year by ESET, a global leader in cyber security. Find out more.

Managed threat detection and cyber training for a safer business.

As has been seen at the high profile attacks on Marks & Spencers, the Co-Op and others, attacks are becoming far more sophisticated. Your business needs the best defence.

Successful cyber attack on Marks & Spencers was due to human error

When you combine social engineering with human error and a lack of awareness, this leads to security incidents. Discover how training could avoid problems.

The value of frequent penetration testing for cybersecurity

Penetration testing simulates cyber-attacks to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Find out how to stay ahead of threats and prevent costly breaches.

Human error is a security issue and Mimecast can help

Staff are busy, inexperienced, or just having an off day. This is when errors creep in and mistakes are made, but Mimecast is always alert.

Data Privacy Week 2025

Keep control of your business data. From 27-31 January 2025, we are Champions for Data Privacy Week.

Strengthen your password security across your business with 1Password

Store passwords, one-time codes and sensitive information in a secure but easy-to-use system that works across all your devices. Discover more.

MFA for your device at start up

Cisco Duo is a powerful multi-factor authentication solution that provides a valuable layer of security from the moment you start your PC. Find out more about Duo.

Managed threat detection goes beyond antivirus software.

Antivirus software remains a crucial part of your cybersecurity but MDR proactively detects and responds to new and sophisticated threats. Find out more about MDR.

Cyber Essentials is a requirement for more businesses.

The growing global cyber threat of hacking and data security has seen the UK Government require more businesses to become certified.

Strident renews Cyber Essentials Plus

We have once again completed our Cyber Essentials Plus certification. And we think you should too!

Stay in control of your business data with Microsoft 365 Business Premium

Microsoft 365 Business Premium provides the productivity of the cloud and the security of a central control system. Find out more.

You've backed up ALL your business data, right?

It's not until disaster strikes that you suddenly realise how much important data is stored in emails or Teams chats. Back up ALL your business data.

Keep your business safe and productive with web filtering

Web filtering not only protects your colleagues from malicious sites but also those that can be a time-wasting distraction.

Vulnerability Assessments help protect your business.

Vulnerability Assessments allow your business to identify any digital or network weaknesses and address them before they become a problem.

Business Continuity planning could save your business.

Our Disaster Recovery as a Service is a robust and proven process to help you prevent a problem from becoming a disaster. Find out more.

Microsoft Entra now includes Azure Active Directory

Microsoft Entra provides users and customers secure access and control to the digital world including Azure Active Directory. Find out more.

Windows 2012 Server will no longer be supported.

Windows Server 2012 support will end on 10 October 2023. After this, it will no longer receive security updates. What should you do?

Take 5 to Stop Fraud

"Take 5 to Stop Fraud" is a campaign by Action Fraud.The idea of the Take 5 campaign is to encourage everyone to take 5 to think about what they are seeing.

Back up your valuable Teams information

As your business data moves from away from email into Microsoft Teams including Teams Chat, you can ensure that all your data is safely backed up.

Number matching increases security

Microsoft Authenticator is adding number matching to improve security. Find out what this means for your business.

Do you need to backup Microsoft 365?

Yes. Although keeping you data in the cloud offers some protection you still need to backup your online data.

Microsoft increases account security

Microsoft has announced that it will enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) on all Microsoft and 365 accounts. Find out more

Improved security for Exchange prevents password-only access

Microsoft is removing basic authentication for Exchange Online and this will affect all businesses that store their email in Microsoft's cloud. Find out more.

Strident secures Cyber Essentials Plus

We have once again completed our Cyber Essentials Plus certification. Prevention is definitely better than the cure.

Prove you care about customer data with Cyber Essentials Plus

We have a proven path to success and Strident have found the process very beneficial to their businesses.

Shelbourne Reynolds Engineering enhance security with DUO

Following a cyber security review, Shelbourne wanted to enhance security without adding complications for users. Find out more

Currock proves its IT security

David Savage, IT Manager at Currock, explains "We deal with sensitive information and our customers are beginning to require Cyber Essentials Plus certification as a minimum." Find out more

Authentication that works on start up

Duo multifactor authentication works as soon as you start up your PC, offering increased protection for desktops and laptops. Find out more

Critical vulnerability in widely used software

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in a software development module that is used by many businesses. Find out why the National Cyber Security Centre is concerned.

Microsoft passwords no longer needed.

Microsoft have made more secure passwordless accounts available to business users of its products, including Windows 10 and Microsoft 365. Find out more.

We're Cyber Essentials certified. You should be too.

Becoming Cyber Essentials certified proves you're serious about your IT security. Having gone through the process, we have a proven path to success. Find out more.

Managing all the devices accessing your data

Many devices have access to your business data. Mobile Device Management enables you to put a secure 'fence' around work data and apps on a device.

Securely backup Microsoft 365

All your data is in the cloud, so you're backed up aren't you? Not really. Cloud-based systems, such as email, are great because they're device independent. However, in many cases, the data is not backed up. Find out more.

What is the UK's Suspicious Email Reporting Service?

Report a potential phishing message to the NCSC using the Suspicious Email Reporting Service. Find out more.

Keep your data secure even if your computer is stolen.

BitLocker is Microsoft's encryption program that not only encrypts your hard drive but helps protect against unauthorized changes to your system from malware. Find out more.

CyberSecurity Awareness Kit for COVID-19 phishing attacks

A dramatic rise in COVID-19 related malicious emails and hacks has lead Microsoft to release a CyberSecurity Awareness Kit to help keep users safe.

Microsoft 365 Business Premium is great for small businesses

The complete productivity and security solution with the renowned Office 365 suite and advanced security and device management features too.

Easy online back up when working from home

Working from home is creating many unforeseen challenges. Maintaining your data security is as important as ever. Online backups keep your data safe.

Prepare for disruption

The spread of the coronavirus is causing disruption to businesses around the world. Are your business processes robust enough to ensure minimal disruption?

Do you have CCTV?

Even if your business does not record individuals' data, if you use CCTV, you will need to register with the ICO. Have you paid the ICO fee?

Ransomware and what to do

As with the recent TravelEx incident, businesses of all sizes can find themselves severely damaged by serious ransomware or cyber-attack. Discover how to protect yourself.

Microsoft 365 adds value for business

Microsoft 365 builds on the renowned Office 365 suite of productivity tools to include advanced security and device management features.

Microsoft Intune Webinar - 7th November 2019

Your business data is in the cloud, accessible on many different devices. But who else has access to these devices and how do you keep data secure?

Download our Microsoft Intune White Paper

Microsoft Intune White Paper gives you the tools you need to manage mobile devices. Our White Paper covers the features and benefits of Intune and you can download it for free.

Time's almost up for Windows 7

There's only four months until Microsoft stops support for Windows 7 on 14th January 2020 and without security updates you are leaving yourself open to malicious attacks.

Managing mobile devices easily

Your business data is in the cloud and you can access it on many different devices. But who has access to these devices and how do you keep data secure?

Your Office 365 cloud data is not backed up!

Once your data has been uploaded to the cloud, it's safely protected for all time? Isn't it? In fact, this is only half the story. Find out more

Can your business survive a disaster?

Disaster is a very dramatic word but there are plenty of business scenarios that can cause major disruption for a business. Find out more

Cyber Essentials is a must for 'security conscientious companies'

Aspect Contracts secures CE certification with guidance from Strident. Find out more

NCSC recommends securing your Office

The National Cyber Security Centre has recommended securing Office 365 with MFA and upgrading from Windows 7. Find out more

3 steps to enhanced Office 365 security

Protection of your data, your customers and, therefore, your business is always the highest priority. Find out more

On Windows 7? Upgrade to stay secure.

Microsoft will stop providing security updates for Windows 7 after 14th January 2020. Find out more.

Securely backup your Office 365 email

Email is still used as an archive for business information and heeping it safely backed up is essential and may even be a legal requirement. Find out more.

Monthind uses ATP to keep its email clean

"It's getting more and more difficult to spot malicious emails." Find out what Andy Flatman at Monthind Clean is doing about it.

Timberwolf Ltd secures Cyber Essentials certification

"Cyber Essentials was highlighted to us by Strident Ltd and we decided it would be a good benchmarking exercise," explains Amy Mattock, Business Systems Manager for Timberwolf. Find out more

Two-thirds of German manufacturers have faced cyber-attacks

A recent Bitkom survey reveal that two-thirds of German manufacturers have faced cyber-attacks which has cost them up to £40 billion. Find out more

Currock Engineering focus on CE

Currock Engineering is to become Cyber Essentials accredited, a scheme to highlight internet-based security threats. Find out more and download our CE whitepaper

Encryption protects your business and customers

Not only does encryption help you meet your GDPR obligations but if your laptop is stolen it is not regarded as a data breach. Find out more

Phishing: what can you do?

The first this to do is download our guide to spotting and preventing phishing and spam emails and share it with your colleagues. Find out more...

Show your customers you’re serious about data security

The UK government's Cyber Essentials scheme highlights security issues from internet-based threats. Becoming certified shows your customers you’re cyber-secure. Find out more...

Data kept safe with the latest security patches

Our Advanced Monitoring System keeps your computers properly patched, which goes a long way to keeping your data safe. Find out more...

Phishing and Spam

A guide to spotting and preventing phishing and spam emails. Find out more...

UK Data Protection Bill builds on GDPR

Under the UK Data Protection Bill, a serious data breach could carry a criminal conviction for directors. Find out more...

Strident Cloud Backup keeps laptop users safe

If you lose or have your laptop stolen, the last thing you need is to lose your latest data as well. Strident Cloud Backup is the hassle-free way to stay backed up. Find out more...

New SAMS keeps you up to date and safe

The latest version of Strident Advanced Monitoring System helps to prevent malware and ransomware attacks. Find out more...

Secure your Office 365 email with two-factor authentication

You can reach your Office 365 email from anywhere. Adding Microsoft's 2FA helps prevent others from doing so too. Find out more...

Protecting your sensitive information with encrypted emails

We are sending all sensitive information via encrypted email and you can too. Find out more...

Data security briefing highlights GDPR impact

Our successful data security briefing highlights the wide-ranging impact of the General Data Protection Regulation. Find out more...

GDPR Data Security Briefing on 15th November

Join us on 15th November at Trinity Park to find our more about GDPR. General Data Protection Regulation comes into force in May 2018 and these are the 9 critical issues your IT support company must address. Find out more...

Easy online back up for documents

Back up your documents and spreadsheets quickly, easily and securely to the cloud. Find out more...