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In policing, a single data lapse can compromise justice and public trust.

Read our latest article on how this shift is transforming assurance in policing
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✍️Ellie Hurst, Commercial Director

#Policing #SecureByDesign #InformationGovernance #CyberSecurity
Secure by Design in Policing – Protecting Intelligence, Evidence, and Public Trust | Advent IM
Secure by Design helps policing protect digital evidence, safeguard intelligence, and maintain trust through proactive, accountable security.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:51 PM
If you work with Defence or government contracts, SAL fluency is essential.

A short read that could save you a long audit 👉 www.advent-im.co.uk/security-asp...

#Defence #Security #Assurance #Training #AdventIM
Security Aspects Letters (SAL): a practical guide for Defence, Government and CNI suppliers | Advent IM
Understand Security Aspects Letters — the bridge between MOD policy and delivery. Get them right to secure contracts, compliance, and confidence.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Co-op to open or refurbish dozens of stores amid cyber attack recovery
Co-op to open or refurbish dozens of stores amid cyber attack recovery
Co-op to open or refurbish dozens of stores amid cyber attack recovery
www.independent.co.uk
November 10, 2025 at 3:54 AM
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“Transport officials are working with the National Cyber Security Centre to assess whether Yutong, the world’s biggest bus maker, has remote access to the vehicles’ control systems for software updates and diagnostics.”

www.ft.com/content/07ec...
UK investigates whether buses made in China can be turned off from afar
Investigation comes after Norway found Yutong vehicles could be ‘stopped or rendered inoperable’ by Chinese company
www.ft.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Good morning Infosec World
a kitten is sitting on the floor with the words `` good morning '' written above it .
ALT: a kitten is sitting on the floor with the words `` good morning '' written above it .
media.tenor.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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M&S profits fall by over 90% in the wake of the spring 2025 cyber attack that crippled the retailer's systems for weeks....
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November 6, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that there have been 187 drone sightings near high-security military establishments across the UK since the start of 2025.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nearly-200-d...
Nearly 200 drone sightings near UK military sites this year
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that there have been 187 drone sightings near high-security military establishments across the UK since the start of 2025.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
November 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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The University of Pennsylvania has confirmed that a hacker breached numerous internal systems related to the university's development and alumni activities and stole data in a cyberattack. 
University of Pennsylvania confirms data stolen in cyberattack
The University of Pennsylvania has confirmed that a hacker breached numerous internal systems related to the university's development and alumni activities and stole data in a cyberattack. 
www.bleepingcomputer.com
November 5, 2025 at 4:05 PM
What a month! Mike Gillespie and Ellie Hurst joined the Hikvision Roadshow throughout October. Great discussions, smart questions, and lots of energy around the future of AI and security.

Catch our full recap here 👉 www.advent-im.co.uk/hikvision-ro...

#AI #ISO42001 #FacialRecognition #AIAwareness
Hikvision Roadshow Highlights – October Recap | Advent IM
Highlights from the Hikvision Roadshow — ISO 42001, AI audits, and AI security training with Advent IM’s Ellie Hurst and Mike Gillespie.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path....
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November 5, 2025 at 8:20 AM
The Rising Threats to UK Critical National Infrastructure — and Why Cyber Resilience Matters More Than Ever

www.advent-im.co.uk/the-rising-t...

#CNIThreats #CyberThreats #UKCNI
The Rising Threats to UK Critical National Infrastructure — and Why Cyber Resilience Matters More Than Ever | Advent IM
The Rising Threats to UK Critical National Infrastructure — and Why Cyber Resilience Matters More Than Ever
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November 5, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Hello Bluesky!
a cup of coffee with a smiley face on the top
ALT: a cup of coffee with a smiley face on the top
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November 5, 2025 at 8:43 AM
🚨 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🚨

Mike Gillespie is joined by James Morris OBE and Malcolm Warr OBE to explore the future of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).

🔗 youtu.be/bVtPaCuSUYk

#CNI #InfrastructureSecurity #ProtectingCNI #FutureThreats #CyberSecurity #SecurityPodcast
RISK & BUSINESS PODCAST | From Legislation to Resilience: The Future of CNI
YouTube video by Advent IM Holistic Security Consultants & Trainers
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November 4, 2025 at 11:55 AM
For defence, cybersecurity is no longer a bolt-on.

Learn how this approach is transforming mission assurance and supply chain trust...
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✍️ Ellie Hurst, Commercial Director

#Defence #CyberSecurity #SecureByDesign #Resilience
Secure by Design in Defence – From Mission Assurance to Supply Chain Integrity | Advent IM
Secure by Design is reshaping defence cybersecurity — embedding assurance from concept to deployment for lasting mission resilience.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:23 AM
💡 Nearly every UK school now discusses cybersecurity at board level — but only half know about the free government guidance that could help them stay secure.

👉 Read here: www.advent-im.co.uk/schools-are-...

#CyberSecurity #Education #CyberEssentials #NCSC #SchoolGovernance #InfoSec
Schools Are Engaged - But Not Fully Prepared | Advent IM
UK schools are talking about cybersecurity — but are they truly ready? Discover where awareness meets action in 2025’s education cyber findings.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Dexter had one rule: follow the code.
Your business should too.

👉 Read the new blog: www.advent-im.co.uk/dexters-hall...
✍️ Ellie Hurst, Commercial Director

#CyberSecurity #Resilience #Continuity #InfoSec #RiskManagement
Dexter’s Halloween Survival Code, for Security People Who Prefer Fewer Bodies | Advent IM
What can Dexter Morgan teach your organisation about GRC, security and continuity? Build your own survival code before chaos strikes.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Customers don’t buy rack space - they buy trust.
Supplier audits prove it’s earned, not assumed.

Read how UK data centres can make governance their edge: www.advent-im.co.uk/supplier-aud...
✍️Ellie Hurst, Commercial Director

#DataCentres #Governance #SupplyChainSecurity #Trust
Supplier auditing for UK data centres — securing contracts, governance and customer confidence | Advent IM
Supplier audits are now core to UK data-centre trust, governance and resilience — not just compliance paperwork.
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October 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM
**PRESS RELEASE**

Facial Recognition in the Spotlight: Advent IM Responds with New Compliance Review

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#FacialRecognitionTchnology #ICO #PoliceFRT
Facial Recognition in the Spotlight: Advent IM Responds with New Compliance Review | Advent IM
Advent IM Unveils Facial Recognition Technology Audit Compliance Review Service to Support Police and Wider Public and Private Sector Organisations
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October 27, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Cyber resilience starts with how we treat the humans in the loop.

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✍️ Ellie Hurst, Commercial Director

#CyberSecurity #Wellbeing #Governance #JustCulture
Cybercrime’s Hidden Cost: The Mental Health Impact on Employees and How a Just Culture Limits Harm | Advent IM
Cybercrime’s Hidden Cost: The Mental Health Impact on Employees and How a Just Culture Limits Harm
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October 24, 2025 at 12:33 PM
🚨 Ransomware isn’t always a direct hit — sometimes it walks in through your suppliers.

👉 Read the blog: www.advent-im.co.uk/third-party-...
✍ Ellie Hurst ASyI, Commercial Director

#CyberSecurity #ThirdPartyRisk #Ransomware #SupplyChainSecurity #CISO #Governance
Third-Party Risk: When Ransomware Walks in Through the Side Door | Advent IM
Ransomware is entering through the supply chain. Learn how third-party risk became the new frontline for enterprise resilience.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:14 AM