Let’s be honest — most businesses don’t have a cybersecurity software problem.They have a culture problem. Firewalls, VPNs, MFA, antivirus — they’re all important. But they don’t stop someone from clicking the wrong link, trusting the wrong email, or ignoring a gut feeling because they were afraid of sounding silly. What breaks businesses isn’t the […]
In an era where cybersecurity risks are at an all-time high, choosing the right training provider is a decision that carries serious weight. That’s why we’re proud to announce that we are now officially registered with the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP) — and why it’s great news not just for us, but for […]
A member of staff is halfway through a busy morning when an email lands asking for something that does not feel unusual. It uses the right name. It refers to a real project. The tone sounds normal. There is no dramatic warning sign, no obvious scam language, and no clumsy formatting to give the game […]
Let’s be clear: I’m not a cybercriminal. But if I were—if I wanted to target your business—I wouldn’t need elite hacking skills or a dark web subscription. I wouldn’t need to break through firewalls or write malware from scratch. What I’d need is time, patience, a browser, and a basic understanding of how people behave […]
Most people don’t question what a VPN is doing.They just know it’s there — and assume it’s handling the risk. A laptop connects. A browser opens. Work continues as normal.Whether it’s a home network, a café, or a hotel Wi-Fi connection, everything looks and behaves exactly as expected. And that’s usually where the assumption sits. […]
This week, I spent two full days at the National Cyber Security Show at the NEC—not to speak, not to exhibit, just to be in the room. It’s easy to get stuck in your own lane. A couple of days surrounded by different voices, ideas, and challenges was exactly what I needed. And honestly? It […]
Let’s be clear—I’m not a hacker. But if I were, I wouldn’t need elite skills or dark web access to get your password. All I’d need is a bit of social engineering, a few common tools, and a basic understanding of human nature. Because truthfully, most people don’t make it that hard. In this blog, […]
Why This Matters The local café. The train station lounge. The airport gate. Public Wi-Fi is everywhere, and it’s made working on the move easier than ever. But behind that convenience lies a web of digital risks that most people never see coming—until the damage is done. Connecting to an open Wi-Fi network can expose […]
We’re proud to share that Cyber Rebels is now an officially Approved CPD Provider with The CPD Group, one of the UK’s leading organisations for Continuing Professional Development accreditation. This recognition formally acknowledges the standard of our cybersecurity training and confirms that our sessions can now contribute towards recognised CPD hours across multiple industries. More […]
Why Cybersecurity Matters for Recruitment Agencies Imagine the impact of losing your entire candidate database overnight. No access to CVs. No client notes. No contact history. Now imagine having to explain to every client and candidate that their personal information—names, addresses, bank details, even ID documents—has been leaked online. This isn’t a scare tactic. It’s […]
