We help you to keep your business secure and encourage good password policies. Ensure none of the below passwords (the most hacked passwords in 2024!) are being used by employees and follow the recommended advice. If you need a password manager tool to help your employees, make sure you speak to Neuways! It is the first step to proofing your business against cyber threats and fostering a cyber secure culture amongst your employees. The most hacked passwords by country A comprehensive report has analysed extensive data and industry trends to present the most hacked passwords in 2024. These comm ..read more

Hackers Weaponise PoC (Proof of Concept) Exploits Within 22 Minutes of Release – emphasising the need for early patching Cyber Security processes. According to a 2024 Application Security report from Cloudfare, threat actors exploit publicly available proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits astonishingly quickly – sometimes within just 22 minutes of their release. From May 2023 to March 2024, this data underscores the urgency of timely cyber security measures and early patching cyber security processes. Cloudflare, which handles an average of 57 million HTTP requests per second, reports increased scan ..read more

142 Vulnerabilities Addressed, Including Four Zero-Days and Five Critical Flaws Microsoft’s July Tuesday Zero Patch updates bring a significant update for businesses that use Microsoft. The comprehensive security patch addresses 142 vulnerabilities, including four zero-day exploits, two actively targeted by malicious actors, and five critical flaws that demand immediate attention from a cyber security perspective. Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Zero Patch Updates CVE-2024-38080—Elevation of Privilege in Hyper-V This vulnerability affects Hyper-V on Windows 11 and Windows Server. Exploited in the ..read more

The threat of cyber attacks, particularly credential stuffing attacks, is looming large over UK businesses and demands immediate attention. The credential stuffing method, which involves cybercriminals using stolen usernames and passwords from one platform to gain unauthorised access to others, is a serious threat. It relies on the all-too-common habit of reusing passwords across multiple accounts, exploiting weak credentials to devastating effect. How much of a cyber threat is credential stuffing? Recent reports indicate a concerning trend: while there has been a slight decrease in the exploi ..read more

The term ‘cyber security’ often seems overly technical, leading many to believe it’s solely the responsibility of IT experts. However, the human factor is critical, with 95% of cyber security issues traced to human error. Here are six practical tips to make cyber security a shared responsibility within your organisation, and foster a cyber secure culture throughout your business Acceptable Use Policy in your Company Culture To ensure that all employees are aware of the culture around cyber security within your business, clearly outline permissible IT resource use. Emphasise the importance of s ..read more

At Neuways, we are dedicated to helping businesses stay secure in an increasingly vulnerable digital landscape. Recently, a major cyber security incident has highlighted the need for vigilance in software supply chain security, particularly when it comes to devices holding company data. Up to three million iOS and macOS applications were exposed to potential supply chain attacks due to a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in CocoaPods, a widely-used package manager for Swift and Objective-C projects. Below, we explain a little more about the cyber attack and discuss what processes could ..read more

In a concerning development, a Western Australian man has been charged with setting up fake accessible free WiFi networks at Australian airports and on domestic flights to steal personal data. The 42-year-old, now facing nine cyber crime charges, allegedly created these networks to trick users into divulging sensitive information. Below, we discuss the story of the rare occurrence of cyber crime hitting the news, and how it shows that not tightening your cyber security processes could mean that you yourself, or your employees are victims of a cyber attack. Just because this particular cyber cr ..read more

In December 2025, the UK will see the end of Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) services as BT transitions all phone lines to a digital network using Internet Protocol (IP) over a fibre-based service. This significant shift, which affects both voice services and broadband, represents a move towards more modern and efficient communication technologies. For businesses, understanding and preparing for the implications of the BT Switch Off is crucial to ensure seamless communication and operational continuity. Switching from PSTN and ISDN to an ..read more

In 2024, WiFi devices will be prime targets for hackers aiming to breach business networks. Even five years ago, a staggering 72% of business data breaches in the UK were due to unsecured wireless devices, and this number will continue to rise. This statistic highlights the need for more awareness around secure business WiFi and business network security, leaving many local businesses vulnerable to cyber attacks. However, with our Cyber Security tips and advice, your business doesn’t have to be part of this statistic. Understanding the basics of internet security is a crucial first step toward ..read more

We use passwords every day to access personal information. From logging into our smart devices to signing into our online banking and work-related software, those few digits offer a basic level of data protection. However, remembering effective user details to secure your data can often be difficult, which is where using a password manager tool can help. It’s not uncommon to choose the same details for most of our online logins, but this isn’t an effective strategy for password security and protecting the valuable data behind them. Here we look at the benefits of opting to use a password manag ..read more