Episode 22 | Cyber Essentials: Common Cyber Threats Explained with IASME
In this episode of Tales from the CyberLab, Adam Myers is joined by Neil Furminger, Head of Cyber Essentials at IASME, to unpack the truth about defending against the most common cyber threats facing UK businesses. From phishing and password attacks to supply chain risk and the sophistication myth, they explore why basic security controls remain the most powerful line of defence.
Across the conversation, Neil shares the origin story of Cyber Essentials, walks through the five core technical controls that prevent up to 80% of common cyber attacks, and explains the difference between Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus. The discussion highlights the role of certifying bodies like CyberLab in delivering the scheme, the importance of cyber hygiene up and down the supply chain, and why the same controls that protect your organisation matter just as much in your personal life.
A must-listen for business leaders, IT teams, and anyone looking to build resilience against the cyber attacks that affect us all.
