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Top 5 Ways Asset Identification Enhances Cybersecurity and Threat Protection

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 In today’s digital world, effective cybersecurity practices begin with one essential step: asset identification . Knowing what devices, software, and data your organization owns is key to protecting it from potential threats. Here are five powerful ways asset identification strengthens your overall cybersecurity strategy: 1. Better Risk Management By identifying all digital assets, including hardware, software, and cloud services, organizations can understand where vulnerabilities may exist. This helps prioritize which areas need immediate attention, reducing the risk of cyber attacks. 2. Improved Threat Detection When all assets are accounted for, it’s easier to detect unusual activity. Unauthorized access to an unknown asset can be a red flag, alerting your security team to investigate further. 3. Effective Cybersecurity Training With a clear list of assets, cybersecurity training becomes more focused. Employees learn how to protect specific systems they use daily, makin...

UK Legal Aid System Hacked: Everything You Need to Know

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  A serious cyber attack has recently disrupted the UK’s legal system, targeting the Legal Aid Agency ( LAA) and affecting thousands of legal professionals and vulnerable citizens. From ransomware risks to system outages, the breach highlights deep vulnerabilities in public sector cybersecurity. Here's a full breakdown of what happened, who's affected, and why cyber security training is more important than ever. What Happened? In April 2025, the Ministry of Justice ( MoJ) confirmed a cyber attack that impacted key legal aid systems across the UK. The attack targeted internal networks used by the Legal Aid Agency and connected partners, such as the Bar Council. Early reports suggest it was a ransomware attack— where attackers encrypt files and demand payment to restore access. The breach caused delays in case management, halted access to key legal documents, and disrupted payments to legal aid lawyers. This has brought attention to the lack of government cyber security aware...