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Cyber Essentials
3 min read

Cyber Essentials Funding: 75% Off Your First Certificate

The government will now pay 75% of a new Cyber Essentials certificate for eligible UK SMEs, from as little as £80 plus VAT. Who qualifies, how to apply and why it's worth moving quickly.

For business ownersFor IT teamsFor MSPs
MSPs
3 min read

The NCSC's Checklist for Choosing an MSP, and How to Pass It

The NCSC now tells businesses what to check before choosing an MSP. Here's what's on the list and how your MSP can show it meets every point.

For MSPs
Defence Cyber Certification
3 min read

Defence Cyber Certification: Do You Need It, and Which Level?

Defence Cyber Certification proves you meet the MOD's cyber standard. Who needs it, what each of the four levels involves and how to get certified.

For business ownersFor IT teamsFor MSPs
Vulnerabilities
3 min read

Critical PHP Vulnerabilities: Patch Your Web Servers Now

Two critical PHP flaws allow unauthenticated remote code execution on web servers. Fixed versions are out: here's what to patch and how to reduce risk.

For MSPsFor IT teams
News
1 min read

We Won Gold at the Huntingdonshire Business Awards 2026

Cambridge Cyber Security has won Gold at the Huntingdonshire Business Awards 2026, our second Gold of the year.

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Cyber Essentials
5 min read

Cyber Essentials in 2026: What Changed With Danzell

Since 27 April 2026, the Danzell question set has changed how Cyber Essentials and CE+ are assessed. What changed, what it means and how to prepare.

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Regulation
1 min read

The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill: What It Means for MSPs

The Bill would bring medium and large MSPs under regulation for the first time, with a 24-hour first notice for significant incidents.

For MSPs
Cyber Essentials Plus
1 min read

How to Prepare for a Cyber Essentials Plus Assessment

Plus tests the same five controls with an assessor. A pre-assessment scan of every in-scope device is the surest way to avoid surprises.

For MSPsFor IT teams
Threats
1 min read

How AI Is Being Used to Attack Your Business

From convincing phishing to deepfake calls and fast-moving ransomware, AI helps attackers work faster and at scale. Here is how to respond.

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Cyber Essentials
1 min read

Cyber Essentials Could Win You Your Next Contract

Public sector and defence contracts often require Cyber Essentials, and private buyers increasingly ask for it. Why it pays to hold it before the tender lands.

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Training
1 min read

Cyber Self-Defence: Lessons from Martial Arts

What martial arts teaches about staying ahead of cyber attacks: awareness, defence, discipline and confidence.

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News
2 min read

National Cyber Security Centre Approved Advisor

Cambridge Cyber Security achieves NCSC Assured Service Provider status under the Cyber Advisor scheme.

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Threats
2 min read

Black Friday Scams: How to Avoid Them

Stay safe during sales season with practical tips to spot and avoid common Black Friday scams.

For business ownersFor IT teams
Cyber Essentials
3 min read

Does Your Business Need to Be Cyber Essentials Certified?

Discover how Cyber Essentials certification can boost your security posture and build customer trust.

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Cyber Security
3 min read

Cyber Security and Why Businesses Need It

What cyber security is, what a breach can cost, and the first steps every business should take.

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