Name: 5 ways to prevent festive Phishing and Ransomware scams
Start: 2017-12-07T14:00:00Z
End: 2017-12-07T14:00:22.000Z
Location: BrightTALK
Rating: 4

MetaCompliance is a cyber security and compliance organisation that helps transform your company culture and safeguard your data and values. We create state-of-the art eLearning, GDPR, policy management, incident management and phishing solutions that our clients trust to help them create a better relationship with employees and regulators.

Phishing emails are getting harder to spot — not because people aren't paying attention, but because attackers are using AI to create messages that sound real, look urgent and land at exactly the wrong moment. 

This webcast looks at what it really takes to build resilience. Not just training people to spot threats but helping them stay calm under pressure and make better decisions when it counts. 

We’ll share examples of how attackers are using stress and speed to bypass judgement, including one phishing email that claimed Pegasus spyware was installed - and appeared to come from the victim’s own address. 

In this session, we explore: 
- Why awareness alone isn’t enough 
- How phishing tactics are designed to trigger fast decisions 
- What resilience looks like in practice 
- Simple ways to help users slow down and respond with confidence

Cyber Resilience in the Age of AI

Cybercrime doesn’t respect borders—geographic, legislative, or digital. Criminals exploit these gaps to avoid detection, posing unique challenges for traditional law enforcement. In a landscape that becomes more complex each day, how do policing strategies evolve to keep pace?

Join our upcoming webcast, where MetaCompliance’s Robbie O’Brien welcomes two high-ranking officials from the City of London Police: Gary Brailsford-Hart (CISO) and Inspector Charlie Morrison, Head of Cyber Griffin. Together, they’ll reveal the inner workings of policing cybercrime in one of the world’s most critical financial districts.

During this 45-minute session, we’ll cover:

The Cyber Griffin initiative: building cybersecurity readiness through proactive, hands-on training and exercises
The role of the City of London Police in the UK’s wider cyber defence and why its programmes are recommended for national adoption
Best practices in incident response and how to keep your plan effective under real-world pressure
Creating a no-blame security culture and learning from “near misses” to reinforce resilience.

Operational Cyber Security and a Helping Hand from City of London Police

Legacy systems can feel like a ball and chain, becoming increasingly tangled with newer technologies. It’s like a snowball rolling downhill—growing larger, heavier, and more complex with every step. Before you know it, you’re not managing the system; it's managing you.
 

Join our upcoming webcast, where we'll explore practical strategies to help you overcome the challenges of outdated IT systems, keeping your infrastructure secure, manageable, and up to date.

 
During this 45- minute session, we will explore: 
-Challenges and management of IT Legacy Systems
-How to ensure long-term security for legacy infrastructure when it remains critical to business operations.
-Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
-Risks of Single-Vendor Syndrome

Building Secure IT Architecture in an Ever-Changing World

Despite their size, SMEs are prime targets for cybercriminals due to their limited resources and potentially weaker security measures.  

Join our upcoming webcast to gain essential insights into the cyber threats facing SMEs and learn practical strategies to protect your business. 

 
During this 45-minute session, we will explore: 
The evolving cyber threat landscape for SMEs 
Key challenges and vulnerabilities specific to SMEs 
Practical security strategies tailored for SMEs 
Effective incident response planning

Mind Your Own Small Business: Essential Cyber Security Strategies for SMEs

In an era dominated by social media, hyperbole and misinformation – sometimes malicious – thrives. The cyber security sector is no exception, and the stakes are high. 

Join us for an engaging and insightful discussion on the dangerous blend of hyperbole and misinformation in cyber security. Learn from cautionary tales and explore our innate attraction to drama. 

During this 45-minute webcast, we’ll discuss: 

- Mastering 'paranoid by design' without 'panic by design' 
- Elevating cyber awareness, minus the fear factor 
- Embracing risk-based strategies for effective protection 
- Implementing Cyber Essentials Plus for robust security

Cyber Security: Managing Myths & Misinformation

As the old saying goes, when trying to understand criminals and criminality,  it’s best to follow the money.  
 
With banking becoming increasingly digital-first and currencies going all crypto, pursuing somebody’s digital purse is a new and complex challenge that criminals have adapted to skilfully. 
 
Our upcoming webcast, provides unique insights into organised criminality and the process of ‘following the money’ into organised online criminal gangs and their involvement in crypto assets, highlighting their use of cryptocurrencies for money laundering and the challenges of tracing transaction the blockchain. 
  
During this 45-minute webcast we explore:  
 
• The pitfalls of digital currencies 
• The evolution of organised online criminal gangs 
• Victim profiling and targeting 
• Incident Response for SMEs

Follow the Money: Understanding Organised Cybercrime

Supply chains are the backbone of business, but their sprawling nature and lack of robust cyber security make them prime targets for hackers.

Join our upcoming webcast, 'Why Are Supply Chains So Important to Cyber Security? to explore the growing threat to supply chains and what happens when your supplier gets hit, putting your data on the line.

Why Are Supply Chains So Important to Cyber Security?

Human factors, or more specifically, human failure, takes its fair share of the blame for accidents, incidents and cyber attacks. To keep organisations secure, it is vital to understand human behaviour and the challenges those behaviours pose in mitigating cyber threats. 

By recognising how individuals create risk, organisations can improve the interaction between people and the technology they use. In doing so, reducing human-born error. 

Our upcoming webcast ‘Cyber Anthropology: Humanising Cyber Security’ explores why humans are the greatest security vulnerability and how organisations can create a cyber-secure culture. 

This 40-minute webcast will discuss:
• How humans interact with technology
• Human behaviour and the path of least resistance 
• Building trust and relationships through reciprocity 
• Why Security Awareness Training is not a one-size-fits-all approach
• The importance of storytelling in cyber awareness training

Cyber Anthropology: Humanising Cyber Security

Some industries are pretty good at learning from mistakes- But can the same be said for the realm of information security?

Join Peter ‘The Fraud Guy’ Taylor, and Robert O’Brien, as they the lessons learned from previous security lapses to fortify our defences and safeguard our valuable information.

During this 45-minute webcast we explore:
- The contrast between old-school digital fraud and modern cyber security roles
- Shifts in criminal operations on the dark web
- The evolution of insider threats in the digital age
- Key takeaways from history to enhance future information security

Cyber Fraud: Same As It Ever Was

83% of organisations fail to deliver cyber security training that engages employees.

Employee engagement determines the success or failure of a cyber security training program. Without engagement, organisations cannot build a robust culture where security is front of mind.

Join us on our upcoming webcast, 'Level Up Your Cyber Security Training with Netflix Style E-Learning', and explore MetaCompliance’s latest eLearning series, Cyber Police, and the power of storytelling in enhancing employee engagement in cyber security education.

Level Up Your Cyber Security Training with Netflix Style E-Learning

Your staff’s split-second decisions, like clicking an innocent link, could be the unsuspecting gateway to a security nightmare!

Join Christian Hunt and Robert O'Brien as they delve into effective strategies aimed at shaping staff security behaviours and mitigating the risks associated with security missteps.

This 45-minute webcast will discuss:
• The intricacies of human behaviour and why people make the choices they do.
• Common pitfalls in cyber awareness training and techniques to guide staff towards the correct choices.
• Behavioural science strategies to fortify your security measures.
• The role of senior leadership in setting an example.

Choices Choices: Behavioural Science and Cyber-Compliance

Step into the future with our upcoming webcast as we delve into the intricacies of defence strategy in the age of AI and automation. 

In this 45-minute session, we will navigate through the challenges that lie ahead, shedding light on the indispensable role played by those entrusted with the security of our organisations and societies.

Explore:

• The looming threat posed by Gen-AI and deepfakes.
• The positive aspects of generative AI and its potential benefits.
• Who is responsible for confronting and mitigating these evolving risks.
• The critical role of a CISO in safeguarding against emerging threats.
• Best practices to fortify against the ever-changing landscape of cyber threats.

Cyber Shock Absorber or Sin Eater? A Cyber Security State of the Nation for 2024

Looking for a fresh approach to your cyber security awareness programs? Tired of the same dull, monotonous content that seems to be forgotten as soon as it's heard? 

The potential power of humour in communication is immense; if you can make your audience laugh, you can make your message stick.

Join us for our upcoming webcast where we explore how you can best employ outside-the-box strategies like humour to make sure your cyber security messages hit home and stay there. 

This 45-minute webcast will discuss:
• Why traditional cyber security awareness training often fails to leave a lasting impression.
• How to leverage humour effectively to foster engagement with cyber security awareness.
• Nailing the comedy element: Insights on what works and what falls flat.
• The compelling role of storytelling in crafting memorable security messages

Outside-The-Box Strategies For Cyber Security Engagement

Despite increased investment in cyber security initiatives, organisations continue to be impacted by cyber attacks. Almost all successful breaches share one variable in common: human error. The reality is organisations face a very real danger of threat from within.

Against the backdrop of a complex cyber threat landscape, the insider threat has intensified as working practices have evolved and cybercriminals launch increasingly sophisticated attacks.

The mitigation of human-born error is key to reducing cyber risk in an organisation and a proactive approach to prevent employee-related threats has never been more important.

Our upcoming webcast titled, ‘Cyber Security: Is the Nightmare Between the Chair and the Keyboard?’, explores the human dimension to cyber vulnerabilities and solving cyber security’s people problem. 

This 40-minute webinar will discuss:
• Why people are at the centre of cyber security threats
• How hackers exploit people for their own gain
• Tactics to improve employee engagement in Security Awareness Training
• The CISO’s challenge in creating a cyber secure workforce

Cyber Security: Is the Nightmare Between the Chair and the Keyboard?

In today’s ever-evolving cyber security landscape, one-size-fits-all cyber security training falls short of adequately preparing employees to tackle escalating cyber threats. 

Tailored learning empowers employees by delivering relevant, role-specific knowledge that enhances their skills and bolsters an organisation’s security posture. 

Join us for our upcoming webcast, ‘Unleashing The Power of Tailored Security Awareness’,  where we delve into how customised cyber security training can foster a culture of continuous learning, ensuring that their employees remain at the forefront of cyber security best practices.

This 50-minute webcast will discuss:
• The constraints of generic training
• Tackling engagement challenges in cyber security
• Recognising distinct departmental needs and risks
• Cultivating a culture of security-first across the organisation
• Valuable insights for crafting personalised training programs

Unleashing the Power of Tailored Security Awareness

In today's digital age, where threats evolve at a pace like never before, the importance of cyber attack simulations is paramount. They serve as crucial tools for organisations to proactively discover vulnerabilities, enhance their incident response strategies, and fortify defences against emerging cyber threats.

Join us for our upcoming webcast, 'Conducting Effective Cyber Attack Simulations,' where we delve into the crucial aspects of attack simulation and incident management in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape.

During this webcast, we will explore the following key topics:
• Understanding the importance of attack simulations
• Unveiling the intricacies of authentic attack simulations
• Building the foundation for success
• The role of ongoing cyber awareness training
• Practical insights into conducting table-top exercises

Conducting Effective Cyber Attack Simulations

Cyber Security Awareness Month, celebrated every October, helps to highlight the importance of cyber security and the collective effort required to prevent cyber attacks.

However, a month-long initiative is not enough to make a real, long-lasting impact on staff security behaviours. 

Our upcoming webcast, ‘Best Practice for Cyber Security Awareness Month’, explores how organisations can make the most of Cyber Security Awareness Month and keep security top of mind all year round. 

This 40-minute webcast will discuss:
• Cyber fatigue and the difficulty of engaging users
• Tips for planning Cyber Security Awareness Month
• Maintaining momentum and employee engagement throughout the year
• Ongoing cyber awareness certifications
• Thinking outside the box when it comes to cyber initiatives

Best Practice for Cyber Security Awareness Month

Verizon's 2023 DBIR reveals that, 74% of all breaches involve the human element. As technology advances, cybercriminals are shifting their focus from exploiting system vulnerabilities to targeting human ones.

Our upcoming webcast, 'Hacking 101: Mitigating Human Vulnerabilities,' delves into why humans are often labelled as the 'weak link' in an organisation's cyber security and shares effective strategies to bolster this risk. 

This 50-minute webcast will discuss:
• Real-world examples of how human vulnerabilities are exploited. 
• The power of personalised Security Awareness Training.
• Securing C-Suite buy-in for cyber awareness campaigns.
• Are humans truly the weakest link in cyber security?

Hacking 101: Mitigating Human Vulnerabilities

The busiest season of the year for many businesses is without a doubt, the festive period. For many organisations, the festive period means additional staff and with this influx of staff comes the increasing likelihood of human error that could lead to a cyber breach, particularly when all departments are under increased pressure.
 
With this Webinar, we help organisations provision for the festive period by giving you 5 free ways to prepare for the onslaught of phishing and ransomware attacks. These tips will allow you and your organisation to be safe in the knowledge that the upmost is being done to protect your organisation from a cyber breach.

5 ways to prevent festive Phishing and Ransomware scams

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