Helping you feel Cyber Secure
Cyber security is about protecting people, not just technology. Clients trust us with deeply personal financial information, and protecting that trust is central to what we do. As financial crime becomes more sophisticated, breaches can cause real financial and emotional harm. Strong cyber security protects assets, privacy and peace of mind, while keeping our systems resilient so we can support clients without disruption.
This experience is intended to build awareness and remains relevant to revisit regularly in response to the constantly changing nature of cyber crime.
Why being cyber secure is essential
Protect your sensitive information
Safeguards personal information, financial data, and intellectual property from being stolen or misused.
Prevent financial loss
Cyber attacks can cause massive financial disruptions, direct theft of money, and expensive recovery costs.
Defend against evolving threat
Cyber criminals constantly use sophisticated methods like phishing, malware, and ransomware to target, regardless of company size.
Protect against human error
Up to 95% of cyber attacks happen due to human error, such as weak passwords or falling for phishing, making proactive security training vital.
To stay in control of online accounts
Email, social media, cloud storage and subscription services all contain valuable personal information that cyber security helps safeguard.
Four common personal cyber attacks
Phishing
Phishing is the most prevalent form of cyber crime delivered via email. Criminals design messages to create panic or curiosity, prompting recipients to react without thinking and take the bait. That bait could be a malicious link, a credential form, or a virus-laden attachment. The goal is to steal personal information for financial gain.
Smishing
Smishing follows the same playbook as phishing but lands in your text messages instead of your inbox. Criminals send messages designed to trigger urgency or curiosity, nudging you to tap a link or hand over personal details before you've had a chance to think. The bait is often a fake delivery notification, a bank alert, or a too-good-to-be-true offer. The goal is the same as always: your personal information, used for their financial gain.
Quishing
Quishing takes the same approach but hides the threat inside a QR code. Criminals embed malicious links within codes that look entirely legitimate, often placing them in emails, printed materials, or even physical locations. Because QR codes are designed to be scanned without a second thought, most people never stop to question where they might lead. One scan is all it takes to land on a fake website designed to harvest your credentials or download malware onto your device. Same goal, different disguise.
Wishing
Wishing" (a fusion of WhatsApp and Phishing) refers to fraudulent attempts to steal sensitive information, personal data, or money from users through WhatsApp. Scammers send fake messages designed to look legitimate to trick users into clicking malicious links, sharing account verification codes, or downloading malware.
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Keeping you and those you love cyber secure
Our Cyber Security Masterclass is a focused session designed to build understanding, raise awareness and show how everyday actions can strengthen digital safety. It cuts through the noise to explain the issues people face online and what actually helps protect them. If you’d like reassurance or tailored guidance, one of our specialists can help. A short, informal conversation can clarify the risks that matter to you and highlight sensible next steps.
Join us for one of our regular in-person Masterclasses.
Here, we will take you through the different main threats, what to look for, and what to do if you become the victim of a scam.
If you can’t attend in person, this digital version has you covered.
Watch Lucy Woolrich and Amanda Jackson guide you through all the cyber security essentials
Why cyber security is so important
Head of Technology Amanda Jackson and Client Services director Lucy Woolrich explains why cyber security has become such a critical issue for individuals and families. She explores the key areas people are often exposed to, from protecting personal and financial information to reducing the risk of disruption and stress for loved ones when something goes wrong.
What's hot in cyber security this month
Technology Manager Amanda explains what you should be aware of in the ever‑changing world of cyber security.
Update from Amanda
Expert insights from our Technology Manager Amada Jackson about the latest cyber security threats over the last month.
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