A summary of the Willow Question Set for Cyber Essentials
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On the 28th April 2025, changes were introduced to the Cyber Essentials question set. Titled Willow, the new question set replaces the Montpellier question set from 2023.
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April 2025 has brought a mix of major cyberattacks, emerging threats, and important regulatory developments. From disruption at M&S to a malware risk triggered by a simple misprint, organisations continue to grapple with persistent vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the UK government has announced plans for a new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aiming to strengthen supply chain security and broaden regulatory oversight.
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DMARC was one of the biggest topics last year and it’s continued to hit the headlines this year too.
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Big changes are coming to VMware by Broadcom licensing. For SMB customers it’s not great news, and if you’re an MSP whose customers are going to be affected by the changes, you need to look at alternatives.
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In recent years, rising geopolitical tensions have moved beyond traditional diplomacy and warfare, finding a new battleground in cyberspace. As international rivalries sharpen, between global powers like the United States, Russia, and China, cyber operations have emerged as a key weapon in the modern geopolitical toolkit. The consequences of this shift are far-reaching, affecting not just nation-states but also companies, infrastructure providers, and even individuals.
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It finally happened. Microsoft has announced that SPF, DKIM and DMARC will be required to deliver email successfully to Outlook, Hotmail and Live.com addresses.
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March has been another intense month in cybersecurity, with threats emerging across multiple sectors, from critical infrastructure to financial institutions.
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Security culture is a phrase heard often in the cybersecurity industry, but how easy is it for organisations to achieve a strong one?
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The emergence of Manus AI marks a significant milestone in artificial intelligence. Unlike conventional models that require prompts and continuous oversight, Manus operates with full autonomy, initiating tasks, analysing data, and making decisions independently.