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Introducing Nick – the newest team member to join WMCRC
We’re thrilled to welcome Nick to the WMCRC team!  With an impressive background spanning over a decade in forensic investigation and...
Nov 11, 20241 min read
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Are you a local hero? Give a different type of gift this year
When we think about our favourite charities, we often picture the incredible work they do, whether that’s helping vulnerable individuals,...
Nov 6, 20243 min read
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Understanding the new legislation for smart devices: What it means for you
The era of connected technology is most definitely in full swing. From smartphones to smart refrigerators, internet-connected devices...
Sep 6, 20244 min read
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Meet our Advisory Group members – Paul Street
We’re lucky to have so many fantastic members with a range of professional backgrounds in our Advisory Group who bring a variety of...
Aug 1, 20241 min read
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Meet our Cyber Essential Partners – Chris Blunt
We’re thrilled to work with so many businesses and individuals who bring with them a wealth of cybersecurity and IT knowledge and...
Aug 1, 20242 min read
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The British Library cyber hack: One of the worst cyber incidents in British history
If you've been following ransomware news or have an interest in the vast archives housed by the British Library, you might be familiar...
Mar 26, 20243 min read
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Farewell Vanessa; leaving the Cyber Resilience Centre
We’ve been holding onto some bittersweet news at the WMCRC. On the 15th of March, our Director Vanessa Eyles will be leaving the WMCRC...
Feb 23, 20242 min read
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How can you protect your supply chain from cyber-attacks?
In October 2023, the NCSC introduced a new collection of content that’s dedicated to supply chain cyber security. With cybercriminals...
Dec 18, 20233 min read
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What are the top 10 risks to your website?
As technology advances, so do the threats that can compromise your website's security, that’s why it’s vital that you stay on top of your...
Nov 1, 20234 min read
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What is Safer Business Action Week?
In an effort to foster safer environments for businesses and communities alike, the annual Safer Business Action Week kicks off on Monday...
Oct 18, 20232 min read
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Enhancing cybersecurity awareness: Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October might be famous for Halloween and all things pumpkin spice, but it’s also Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM)! It goes without...
Oct 9, 20233 min read
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Net Zero in a digital age needs to be cyber safe
In a recent talk at the Net Zero Show, Vanessa Eyles, Managing Director of the West Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre, highlights the...
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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Why Your Company Might Need Security Awareness Training
The internet is a fantastic resource that has offered countless opportunities to many businesses, however it has also opened the doors to...
Aug 8, 20233 min read
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What is Cyber PATH?
The digital landscape has evolved rapidly, giving rise to a whole new type of crime – cybercrime. The need for cyber resilience is vital,...
Jul 26, 20233 min read
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Introducing Hubtel IT – the newest Advisory member to join WMCRC
We are thrilled to introduce Julian Brettle, Business Development Manager at Hubtel IT as the latest advisory member of our network,...
Jul 14, 20232 min read
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What is Business Email Compromise (BEC)?
In today's digital world, business communication is often done via email. It offers an easy way to quickly communicate and gives you an...
Jul 12, 20234 min read
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Introducing Start Tech, – the newest advisory group member to join WMCRC
We’re thrilled to introduce Ian Groves, Managing Director of Start Tech as the newest member of our Advisory Group! Based in Shrewsbury,...
Jul 11, 20232 min read
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Introducing Martin Nash of CDS Defence and Security – our latest Strategic Governance Board member
The Cyber Resilience Centre for the West Midlands is pleased to introduce our newest Strategic Governance Board member, Martin Nash,...
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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Why could Google's zip domains pose a cybersecurity risk?
On the 3rd May, Google made one of its most controversial moves yet by opting to put .zip domains on sale. Eight new top-level domains...
Jun 26, 20233 min read
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URGENT: MOVEit transfer breach
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) shared some important details about an incident at Zellis, a company that’s suffered a...
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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