3B Data Security Blog

  • Celebrating 10 Years of Cyber Essentials: The Benefits of Certification and How to Get Started

    Celebrating 10 Years of Cyber Essentials: The Benefits of Certification and How to Get Started

    This year marks the 10th anniversary of the NCSC Cyber Essentials certification. Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme designed to help organisations protect themselves against a range of the most common cyber attacks. Achieving Cyber Essentials certification demonstrates that your organisation has implemented essential security measures to safeguard its IT infrastructure. Since its inception…

  • What’s Happening With PCI DSS Version 4 for E-Commerce?

    What’s Happening With PCI DSS Version 4 for E-Commerce?

    The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has seen some changes over the last 12 months, not least the adoption of a new version of the standard, version 4.0. This is the set of controls that must be observed when assessing a payment environment for suitable levels of security and management, as the…

  • 3B Data Security Are a CIR L2 Provider! 

    3B Data Security Are a CIR L2 Provider! 

    We’re excited to announce that 3B Data Security are a Cyber Incident Response Level 2 NCSC Assured Service Provider! 

  • Are Your IoT Devices UK Compliant the Deadline is April 29th

    Are Your IoT Devices UK Compliant the Deadline is April 29th

    With the April 29th deadline rapidly approaching, UK manufacturers, distributors, and importers of internet-connected devices are on a tight schedule to comply with the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act.

  • PCI DSS Deadline Approaching – What You Need to Know

    PCI DSS Deadline Approaching – What You Need to Know

    PCI DSS Version 3.2.1 is scheduled to retire on the 31st of March 2024, with Version 4.0 set to take its place. If your PCI compliance date falls after 1st April 2024, then you will need to complete an assessment against version 4.0 of the standard. Full adherence with the standard is expected by 31 March…

  • General Cyber Security Practices to Strengthening Your Defence

    General Cyber Security Practices to Strengthening Your Defence

    Implementing general security practices can significantly enhance your organisation’s resilience against cyber threats. We take a look at some key practices, along with their impact on security.

  • Identifying IoT Security Risks in Your Business

    Identifying IoT Security Risks in Your Business

    The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming how businesses work by connecting everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to send and receive data. This technology boosts efficiency and allows for advanced data analysis. In this blog post, we take a look at the common security risks facing IoT devices, and preventative measures you can…

  • Has 2023 Been a Turning Point in Data Security?

    Has 2023 Been a Turning Point in Data Security?

    One thing that has been noted is that the number of data breaches are increasing every month. We have seen more well-known high street brands that have been attacked but does this make headline news nowadays?

  • The Top Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches of 2023

    The Top Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches of 2023

    In this blog post, we’ll delve into some of the biggest cyber attacks and data breaches of 2023, exploring the details of each incident and looking at potential prevention strategies.

  • Cyber Security in 2023: Trends and Insights from the Experts

    Cyber Security in 2023: Trends and Insights from the Experts

    Covering everything from cunning social engineering tactics to vulnerabilities in widely used digital platforms, our experts help break down the key trends.