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In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, organisations must constantly keep improving their defenses to stay ahead of potential threats. One of the most effective ways to ensure this is by simulating attacks and defences through what’s known as Red Team and Blue Team exercises. These exercises recreate real world scenario of attack and defence in a controlled environment to test and improve an organisation's defences.  In this article we will be looking at what fundamentally Red and Blue Teams are, how they function and how do they contribute to a stronger security posture?     Red Team: The Attackers The Red Team basically consists of ethical hackers and pentesters. Their sole purpose is to think and act like cyber criminals. The goal of the Red Team is not just to break into the system but to do so in ways that a genuine attacker might, exposing weaknesses that could be exploited.   Responsibilities:   Red team's identify vulnerabilities within an organ...

In this digital age of technology, security is a big threat for all kinds of businesses. A common type of such security risks is a data breach. A data breach can be a nerve-wracking event , but how you respond in those first critical moments plays a key role in minimising the damage and it's long-term impact on your organisation. In this article, we will be looking at what exactly a data breach is, its causes, and how to respond if you have been targeted. What is a Data Breach? A data breach is an event in which sensitive and confidential data is exposed without authorisation. A data breach can involve personal information like names, addresses, and credit card numbers, or corporate data like intellectual property (IP) and trade secrets. The effects of a data breach can be severe, including financial loss, damage to business reputation, and legal consequences.   Causes of a Data Breach A data breach can occur due to human error, phishing attacks, malware, insider threats, weak pass...

Philip (top), Jenish (left), Shawn (right) In today's fast-paced digital age, the Information Technology (IT) sector stands out as one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields. For students aspiring to enter this industry, the journey can seem daunting. Yet, countless success stories illustrate that with the right combination of training and determination, it’s entirely possible to transition from an IT newbie to a successful professional. Robust IT has students all around the UK and beyond, proving that dedication and passion can lead to remarkable achievements. This blog post highlights inspiring stories of recent graduates who have completed the training, landed rewarding positions, and begun making significant contributions to their fields. Philip had previously signed up for cybersecurity training with a different provider, but he was never able to make much progress because he wasn't getting the support he required. Instead he started training with Robust IT, and ...

As technology keeps advancing, cybercriminals are always on the lookout for new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. To stay ahead of these evolving threats, cybersecurity has had to advance just as rapidly. From the early days of the basic antivirus programs to today's sophisticated use of artificial intelligence (AI), the journey of cybersecurity has been one of continuous innovation and adaptation. This article explores the evolution of cybersecurity and how AI is helping to defend against modern-day cyber threats.     The Early Days: Antivirus Software   In the early days of personal computing, the concept of cybersecurity was virtually non-existent, as threats were minimal and localized. Security concerns were moslty focused on the physical protection of machines, viruses were simple and easy to detect. Antivirus software, like McAfee and Norton, emerged as the first line of defense, scanning files for known malware signatures and quarantining or deleting t...