Monthly Archives: July 2023

Layer 7 Threat Prevention in Cyber Security

When we think about network security, we often think of it in layers. The most recognised model for this is the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, which divides the network into seven layers to provide Layer 7 Threat Prevention in Cyber Security. The seventh layer, also known as the Application layer, is one of the… Read More »

Unpacking the Zero-Trust Security Model

In the world of cybersecurity, the Zero-Trust Security Model has emerged as a potent strategy to protect organisations from both external and internal threats. This model operates on a straightforward principle: “Never trust, always verify,” regardless of whether the request comes from inside or outside the organisation’s network. However, as I’ve discovered latterly when talking… Read More »

Fortifying the Digital Frontlines: Offensive Cybersecurity and the Zero-Trust Model

The world of cybersecurity, historically centered around defending digital fortresses from cyber-attacks, has been experiencing a strategic evolution. The old-school approach of constructing robust ‘castle walls’ and expecting them to hold off attackers is increasingly seen as a tactical relic. In the present day, cybersecurity experts are recognising the pressing need to transition from a… Read More »

Data Security in Cloud Ecosystems

Cloud technologies have steadily emerged as the bedrock of computing architecture for Governments and Industry. With the triad of Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) leading the charge, businesses worldwide are now embracing a multi-cloud strategy. While this delivers flexibility, scalability, and performance optimisation, it also compounds the intricacies of data… Read More »