cyber security

  However, effectiveness varies significantly across organizational contexts. The 2020 SolarWinds supply chain attack exposed fundamental limitations in even sophisticated defenses when attackers compromise trusted software update mechanisms. Despite many affected organizations employing advanced security tools including endpoint detection and response systems, the attack remained undetected for months because malicious code was digitally signed and appeared legitimate (NCSC, 2021). This incident highlighted that technological sophistication alone provides insufficient protection when attackers exploit trust relationships and supply chain dependencies. Organizations subsequently adopted enhanced software verification processes, including code signing verification, software bills of materials, and isolated testing environments for updates before deployment. The challenge intensifies for small-to-medium enterprises lacking resources for comprehensive security programs. While zero-tr...

  Introduction Shooting Star Drones Ltd offer Drone display, they aim to provide cheaper and more environmentally friendly drone displays to replace to replace traditional fireworks. They currently employ 220 staff but are planning on expanding over the next 5 years Currently the company uses a mixture of desktops, Laptops, an ISP router, a VPN server, 2 other servers for separate uses and lastly a wireless access point. However, multiple issues have been reported by staff that emphasis network bandwidth issues, poor WIFI connectivity and an inadequate router. These weaknesses reduce productivity and along with that create significant risks around data protection GDPR compliance and the company’s reputation This report investigates the issues raised by three users at the organisation, identifies root causes and provides recommendations aligned with the industry’s best practices. A structured test plan is also ...