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To conclude our #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth posts, today we are focusing on social media safety.

Staying informed and cautious is the most effective defence against social media threats.

#CyberSecurity #InformationSecurity #SocialMediaSecurity #SecurityAwareness

Home BH Consulting is a leading cyber security company that provide Cyber Security and Data Protection services to companies all around the world.

We’re excited to unveil the new BH Consulting brand and website!
This marks our next step as leaders in cybersecurity and data protection, whilst keeping the same trusted expertise and expert delivery our clients know and rely on.
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#CyberSecurity #DataProtection

#Phishing is no longer confined to email. Cyber criminals are now targeting individuals through SMS and messaging apps such as WhatsApp. #SMiShing Attacks involve fraudulent text messages designed to trick recipients into clicking malicious links that can steal credentials or install malware.

#Phishing remains one of the most common ways cybercriminals target individuals and organisations, often using fake emails, texts, or messages to trick users into clicking links or sharing information.

Before you click, pause and think!

CEO/CFO Fraud and Invoice Re-Direction Fraud are among the most costly #cybercrimes targeting businesses today.

Check out the infographics from the @garda.ie National Economic Crime Bureau to learn more and help protect your organisation from financial loss.

Yesterday, Cyber Ireland hosted their annual conference, chaired by our CEO and Cyber Ireland Chair, @brianhonan.bsky.social.

The event was a fantastic success, featuring a series of engaging talks and panel discussions, including one expertly moderated by our very own Dr. Valerie Lyons.

Today for #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth, we highlight the key steps to achieving good #CyberHygiene.

We will go more in depth into #phishing and other scams in the coming days, ensuring you and your business can be as cyber hygienic as possible.

#CyberSecurity #infosec #privacy #phishing

Today for #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, we are highlighting the most common threats to your #InformationSecurity. Being aware and vigilant of these threats is the first step on the road to ensuring you and your business are fully secure.

#cybersecurity #infosec #cyberawareness

To kick off #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, today we will highlight what information security is and why it is so important.

Don't forget to keep checking your feed for more best practices and tips surrounding #cybersecurity this month

#cybersecurity #infosec #cybersecurityawarenessmonth #governance

To mark the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we will be publishing tips, tricks, and best practices to help you stay safe online.

#cybersecurityawarenessmonth #cybersecurity #governance #securityawareness #infosec

Boardroom resilience in a shifting cyber security landscape A new workshop aims to help directors and senior leaders understand the governance frameworks that underpin effective cybersecurity, risk management and resilience

Cybersecurity is now a boardroom issue. Our COO, Dr. Valerie Lyons, in @irishtimes.com on why directors must link #cyber risks to #strategy, #regulation & #resilience

Read her article here: www.irishtimes.com/advertising-...

Fractional, not fulltime: the benefits of CISO as a service Fractional, not fulltime: the benefits of CISO as a service and why the role is important to your business.

In our latest #blog, @brianhonan.bsky.social explores the benefits of CISO as a Service, a flexible model that gives businesses access to senior security leadership without the cost and commitment of a permanent hire.

Read the full blog here: bhconsulting.ie/fractional-n...

Common mistakes which make your passwords vulnerable to hackers Brian Honan, Cyber Security Consultant with BH Consulting

ICYMI: Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social , joined Claire Byrne on her @rteradio1.bsky.social show to discuss the best practices to ensure your #passwords stay secure.

Check out the short clip below to catch up on the discussion:

www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

#dataprivacy #password #cybersecurity

Newstalk We aim to engage, challenge, inform, and entertain.

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Catch our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social, on the Sean Moncrieff Show on @newstalkfm.bsky.social right now as he discusses the latest on EU Chat Control Regulation.

Tune in below: www.goloudplayer.com/radio/newstalk

Big-picture view offers a path to strong cyber defence Being prepared to tackle a cyberattack head on can reduce the impact it has on your business

Our CEO, @brianhonan.bsky.social , was included in a recent @irishtimes.com article, where he shares his thoughts on how #AI can bring companies to improve their #cybersecurity.

Read the article here: www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...

The top 100 women in Irish tech: Data and Security

We are delighted to have our COO, Valerie Lyons, recognised by the @businesspost.bsky.social as one of the Top 100 Women in Irish Tech!

www.businesspost.ie/tech/the-top...

Security Roundup August 2025 Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.

Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team.

bhconsulting.ie/security-rou...
#CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews

When appointing a DPO make sure they are qualified for the role. In particular, if you are outsourcing the DPO role to a third party ensure they know data protection is more than just cybersecurity.

If you need help talk to us at @bhconsulting.bsky.social

Lessons from research into more effective cybersecurity training Tailored cybersecurity training improves results by focusing on users' needs, learning styles, and real-world workflows.

Generic security training doesn’t work for everyone. Dr. Hazel Murray’s research shows the power of tailored, inclusive approaches that reflect real-world roles and risks.

Read more via BH Consulting: bhconsulting.ie/lessons-cybe...

#CyberSecurity #HumanFactor

Ransomware will thrive until we change our strategy - Help Net Security Ransomware is a national security threat, requiring global cooperation, regulation, and proactive efforts to disrupt criminal networks.

Ransomware isn’t just #cybercrime anymore, it’s disrupting businesses, eroding public trust, and emerging as a national security threat. Our CEO @brianhonan.bsky.social breaks it down in this @helpnetsecurity.com article.

www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/29/r...

Ransomware will thrive until we change our strategy - Help Net Security Ransomware is a national security threat, requiring global cooperation, regulation, and proactive efforts to disrupt criminal networks.

Ransomware will thrive until we change our strategy

📖 Read more: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/29/r...

#cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #ransomware #cyberresilience #strategy @brianhonan.bsky.social @bhconsulting.bsky.social

Morning Ireland Tuesday 22 July 2025 Live news, sports, weather and traffic, presented by Gavin Jennings Audrey Carville, Aine Lawlor and Mary Wilson.

ICYMI - Tune into Morning Ireland on @rteradio1.bsky.social to hear @brianhonan.bsky.social discuss Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability and how to check if your organisation has been compromised. You can listen back to the full interview here - segment starts at 54:22.

www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

Cybersecurity Awareness e-Learning Interactive Cybersecurity Awareness training course which includes themes such as protecting logins and reporting a breach.

If you are an SME and looking for an online cybersecurity training course you should come and talk to us @bhconsulting.bsky.social

In partnership with Regsol we have developed an online solution specifically for SMEs.

More details at our website
bhconsulting.ie/cybersecurit...

Our CEO Brian Honan joins the Secure and Simple podcast to talk EU cybersecurity, ENISA’s role, and the business impact of NIS2 and DORA. Great insights on bridging the gap between tech and leadership.

Listen now:
YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

#CyberSecurity #NIS2 #DORA #ENISA

Security Roundup June 2025 Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.

Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team.

#CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews

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Chasing Entropy Podcast by 1Password This podcast is an interview series with career professionals in cyber security as we get their takes on shadow IT, extended access control, agentic AI and how they arrived at this point in their care...

Our CEO @brianhonan.bsky.social chats with @gattaca.bsky.social about his path through cybersecurity, today's biggest threats, and why curiosity still matters more than ever.

Listen here: www.buzzsprout.com/2497520/epis...

#ChasingEntropy #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #Podcast

Congratulations to Dr. Valerie Lyons and Todd Fitzgerald, whose book "The Privacy Leader Compass" has been included in Daniel Solove's notable privacy books of the last decade.
#Privacy #DataProtection

All-Island Cybersecurity Sector Report 2025 - Cyber Ireland Ireland and Northern Ireland are recognised individually as strong international locations for cybersecurity business. The opportunity now exists to leverage

The 2025 All-Island Cyber Security Report shows strong growth, with 632 firms, 10.6k jobs, €3.2bn revenue, and €1.5bn GVA. But scale, skills & fragmentation remain challenges, and cross-border collaboration is key. Read the full report below!
#Cybersecurity #CyberIreland

Security Roundup May 2025 Every month we put together curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in security and privacy, as chosen by our consultants.

Check out this month's Security Round-Up, curated by our expert team.
#CyberSecurity #DataProtection #CybersecurityNews #DataProtectionNews

Upending expectations and challenging assumptions: BH Consulting Breakfast Insights 2025 Challenging assumptions leads us to look at things from a different perspective. It was one theme that emerged loud and clear at BHC's Insights 2025.

Explore key takeaways from BH Consulting’s Customer Day in our latest blog below, where we covered evolving cyber threats, ethical AI, and digital inclusion, with insights from CEO, Brian Honan @brianhonan.bsky.social, Dr. Valerie Lyons & Dr. Hazel Murray.
#CyberSecurity #AIEthics #DigitalInclusion