Specialism: Security

IT and cyber = the chicken or the egg?

Chronicle Law’s trusted legal partner Net Defence provide an article that looks at the integration of IT and cyber security to ensure your business is secure. In this article Debra Cairns highlights that a well-maintained IT infrastructure strengthens cyber resilience, while robust security measures protect against evolving threats. Learn how IT and cyber teams can collaborate to enhance data protection, compliance, and system reliability.

Why High-Profile Clients Need Enhanced Intelligence Reports

In this piece Jack Charman of NPI discusses how Enhanced Intelligence Reports from National Private Investigators can support the work you do for your high-profile clients. Learn how traditional background checks often miss hidden risks— but using the latest software AI-driven analysis can uncover financial liabilities, dark web threats, undisclosed relationships, and reputational risks.

Cyber trends and threats for the legal sector

The legal sector in the UK is large and diverse. In early 2023, it was reported that there are over 32,000 organisations in the industry, with a combined revenue exceeding £43 billion and employing more than 320,000 people. With such a significant presence, law firms and legal professionals are prime targets for cybercriminals. The expectation […]

Unconscious bias … how cyber criminals are using this against you!

In this article, Debra Cairns, Managing Director at Net-Defence discusses how cybercriminals exploit unconscious biases and human behaviours to launch successful attacks. From social engineering tactics to psychological manipulation, learn key strategies for law firms to reduce human risks, strengthen cyber awareness, and create a security-conscious team.

Digital Profile Checks: Protecting High-Net-Worth Clients

In this article by Jack Charman from National Private Investigators he looks at how digital profile checks can help high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) safeguard their privacy, security, and reputation in the digital age. Charman explains why these checks are essential for lawyers advising HNW clients. From protecting personal information and vetting staff to evaluating business relationships and managing reputational risks, this approach allows legal professionals to provide informed guidance when it matters most.

Humans – The Weakest Link?

Debra Cairns of Net Defence discusses why human error remains the weakest link in cybersecurity, with 68% of global attacks involving a non-malicious human element. Learn how to protect your business from insider threats, spear phishing and supply chain risks, plus practical strategies for reducing the human risk factor.

Passwords, passwords, everywhere:

In this article Debra Cairns, Managing Director of Net Defence shares some of the best practices for password management, along with the most commonly made mistakes so that you can avoid them.

Closing the Cybersecurity Gap: How Top Law Firms Stay Ahead

In this article from Pete Watson of Atlas Cloud he discusses how top law firms are closing the cybersecurity gap by using advanced solutions like Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR). Watson looks at why traditional antivirus may no longer be enough and what forward-thinking firms can do to keep data secure as we go into 2025

Introduction to cyber security and cyber risk

Discover how to protect your business in today’s digital world with effective cybersecurity strategies. With expert insights from Net Defence you will learn about common cyber risks, types of attacks, and proactive measures like Cyber Essentials and IASME certification. Equip your business with tools to mitigate risks, prepare for attacks, and ensure data security.

Top 200 Law Firms for Cyber Security Competence Revealed

Atlas Cloud’s recent audit of 5,140 UK law firms has identified the top 200 for cyber security competence, underscoring the sector’s vulnerability to cyber threats. Law firms that prioritize cyber security not only protect client data but also gain a competitive edge by enhancing trust and reputation. Read for more commentary on the matter from Pete Watson

The Alarming State of Cyber Security in the UK Legal Sector

A recent study by Atlas Cloud, auditing over 5,000 UK-based law firms, reveals concerning cyber security vulnerabilities. Nearly three-quarters of firms have had employee passwords leaked into public sources, exposing them to potential criminal exploitation. Shockingly, fewer than half of these firms have implemented a key protective measure to prevent domain hijacking. In this article Pete Watson goes on to discuss the findings of the study and highlights the urgent need for the legal sector to strengthen cyber security measures to safeguard against increasing digital threats.

2024 Mid-Market Law Trends

Discover 2024’s trends for law firms: AI’s potential, cybersecurity needs, intuitive automation benefits, evolving client expectations, and talent strategies.

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