A chilling cyberattack hit Las Vegas in 2023, bringing two casino giants to a halt. Here’s how social engineering, ransomware, and human error collided — and what this breach means for the future of cybersecurity.
Simon Hirst (Senior Course Consultant) 
The Waves of Disruption: What the Maersk and NotPetya Attack Teaches Us About Cybersecurity Resilience
The 2017 NotPetya malware attack brought global shipping giant Maersk to its knees, exposing the immense vulnerabilities in international cyber defences. Here’s what the rest of us can learn from it.
M&S Suffers Major Cyber Attack: What It Means for UK Consumers and Why Cybersecurity Skills Matter
On 13 May 2025, the iconic British retailer Marks & Spencer confirmed that it had been the target of a major cyberattack. Customer names, contact details, dates of birth, and order histories were among the data stolen. Although payment details and passwords were not compromised, the attack caused substantial disruption …
Robust IT 
AI Fuels Cyberattack Surge: UK Government Sounds the Alarm
The UK government has issued a stark warning about the growing threat of cyberattacks powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking at the CyberUK 2025 conference, Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden revealed that both the frequency and severity of attacks are expected to increase as AI tools become more accessible to …
Jack Heeney 
UK Faces Rising Cybersecurity Threats Amid Rapid AI Adoption
The United Kingdom is currently facing an unprecedented surge in cyberattacks, a trend closely linked to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This escalation is not only affecting major retailers but also highlighting significant vulnerabilities in the nation’s cybersecurity infrastructure. The Escalating Cyber Threat Landscape In 2024, the …
Medusa Ransomware Targets Critical Infrastructure
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued warnings about the Medusa ransomware, which has been actively targeting critical infrastructure since 2021. This sophisticated malware has impacted hundreds of individuals and organizations globally, leveraging phishing campaigns to steal credentials and initiate attacks. How …