A Northamptonshire-based technology firm is urging local businesses to strengthen their cyber security defences amid a sharp rise in online attacks across the UK.
3RS IT Solutions warns that cybercrime is escalating, with a government survey revealing that UK firms suffered an estimated 8.58 million cyber incidents over the past year. The rise is being linked to increased digital dependency, the shift to remote working, and more sophisticated methods used by cybercriminals.
Ethan Malvern, technical director at 3RS IT Solutions, said businesses cannot afford to overlook regular cyber security training. “Maintaining annual training sessions and implementing multi-factor authentication are simple but essential steps to protect against phishing and hacking,” he said.
He added: “Companies should invest in robust defences such as antivirus and anti-malware protection, firewalls, email filtering tools, endpoint detection systems, and secure cloud backups. A proactive IT strategy is key to preventing breaches from escalating.”
3RS IT Solutions provides complimentary cyber security training sessions for its customers, focusing on threat awareness and prevention techniques. Training covers areas including phishing, ransomware, password management, and safe online behaviour.
“Regular software updates, strong password policies, and effective access control all make a significant difference,” Ethan added. “Businesses that act now can greatly reduce their exposure to future attacks.”
For more information on cyber protection or to book a training session, contact 3RS IT Solutions at info@3rs-it.co.uk.
