Category: DeCrypted Blog

AI in the modern cyber security landscape

The Benefits of AI in the Modern Cybersecurity Landscape

The threat map of the modern cybersecurity landscape is rapidly changing, especially now with the rise of AI on both sides of the fence. Nils Undén, CTO at Clavister shares his thoughts on the subject as well as some tips on how to think and act. Artificial intelligence is getting a lot of hype now,…
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Defence Cyber Security – Moving Beyond DIY

The field of cyber security is growing rapidly, and the demand for skilled professionals is skyrocketing. Success in the cyber space is not just about having access to the latest technology but equally important is the optimal use of that technology combined with the specific domain expertise. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, there are an estimated…
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Cyber security challenges for the energy utilities sector

The energy utilities sector is considered critical national infrastructure, which makes it a tempting target for both cyber criminals and state actors with ill intent. When looking at the historical figures, the number of attacks against energy utilities companies in Europe are ramping up. In 2018, there were only two attacks that became publicly known,…
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What Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) is and why businesses need it

The need for robust cyber security has never been higher than it is today. Almost every day news outlets write about companies being hacked, victims of ransomware or similar. The old way with firewalls protecting the perimeter of the company infrastructure doesn’t cut it anymore. To have the highest possible security we need to protect…
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European Public Sector caught in the War Against Ransomware

Public sector organisations hold vast amount of sensitive citizens’ data and are facing increased intensity of cyber threats post Russia-Ukraine war. European government bodies are constantly being targeted, especially with ransomware attacks.  In Dec 2022, a number of municipalities across Belgium and Sweden came under attack and a crisis situation was declared. Italy and France’s…
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MWC Round-up and Where Does Cyber Security Stand?

Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona is a week of excitement in the world of connectivity. It is a week full of the latest news and innovations in the telecommunications industry. For consumers, there are flagship smartphones, foldables and new technologies at the same time as the vendors and the whole ecosystem take the opportunity…
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Upgrading your firewall? Here’s everything you need to know

Time to Upgrade Your Firewall   Chances are that you already have a firewall but if you have been following the technology updates in the network security space or have read either of our previous blogs on this topic, you would like your business to benefit from the recent advancements in a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW solution).…
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A New Era of European Cyber Defence – looking ahead to 2023

The increase in hybrid working, a more global workforce and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war have led to a new era in European cybersecurity. Now, more than ever, businesses need to be wary of cyber criminals and ensure that their cybersecurity solutions are effective in protecting data and effectively securing their networks.  Hybrid working  Hybrid working…
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What is security delivered as a cloud service and why is it important alongside your next-generation firewall (NGFW)?

Security delivered as a cloud service is a collection of security measures which are designed to protect cloud-based infrastructure, web applications and data. Next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) are enhanced with several features which ensure protection against a multitude of cybersecurity threats. However, firewalls, including NGFWs, only protect network entry points. Due to remote working, employees work…
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Next Generation Firewalls – an overview

The list of potential cyber threats facing businesses is growing in size and severity almost daily, so securing your network is now truly non-negotiable. The easiest and most effective way to ensure protection is by installing a next-generation firewall (NGFW) solution. This blog will take you through all you need to know about next-generation firewall…
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