Cybersecurity challenges in Connected ElectricVehicles: a growing concern

By industrial cybersecurity experts in S2GRUPO. The automotive industry is undergoing a digital transformation, with Connected Electric Vehicles (CEVs) emerging as a core element of modern transportation. These vehicles, equipped with smart technology and real-time data exchange capabilities, offer enhanced efficiency and convenience. However, this connectivity also exposes them to increasing cybersecurity risks. The expanding … Read more

Securing Your Corporate Wi-Fi: Why Transition from WPA2 to WPA3?

Pablosec Blog

Blog by Pablo Jose Trevino, Director of Pablosec In today’s fast-evolving cyberworld, corporate Wi-Fi security is more important than ever. As threats grow in complexity, WPA2 the long-standing standard for Wi-Fi security is now increasingly vulnerable. Transitioning to WPA3 provides your organization with the advanced protection needed against modern cyber threats. A Quick Look Back: … Read more

ZeroDays CTF: A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Exceptional Talent

ZeroDays

Blog by Mark Lane, Zero Days The past few months have been nothing short of extraordinary for the ZeroDays CTF team. The momentum continues, and we wouldn’t have it any other way! Fresh off Team Ireland’s record-breaking performance at ENISA’s European Cyber Security Challenge (ECSC) —and our team captain’s crucial role in securing Team Europe … Read more

No sector is safe from cyber threats. Five key trends in cybersecurity for 2025

Cyber Threat

Cyber threats have become a strategic risk for governments, businesses and citizens. Essential sectors such as energy, healthcare and mobility face increasingly complex security challenges, exacerbated by tightening regulations and the proliferation of generative artificial intelligence. In this context, transforming cybersecurity strategies is essential to ensure business continuity and the protection of critical infrastructure. S2GRUPO’s … Read more

Dublin Chapter/UCD School of Computer Science/Advance Centre -Cybersecurity and AI in Software Development – 12 th March

On 12 March, the Dublin Chapter and UCD’s School of Computer Science in collaboration with UCD’s Advance Centre hosted an event on Cybersecurity and AI in Software Development at the UCD Club. We had a full house with 77 attendees from the cybersecurity sector, and from over 35 organisations across industry and academia. UCD’s Head … Read more

Insider Threat: The Most Overlooked Cybersecurity Risk

Insider Threat: The Most Overlooked Cybersecurity Risk

An insider threat occurs when an employee misuses company data, such as copying client information or proprietary data to a personal device, causing financial loss and reputational damage. Introduction Insider threats in cybersecurity are often overlooked. This blog highlights the risks of employees exfiltrating data before leaving and how Microsoft 365’s cloud usage telemetry can … Read more

ZeroDays CTF: Celebrating a Decade of Growth, Achievement, and the Future of Ireland’s Cybersecurity Talent

It’s incredible to think that a decade has passed since the very first ZeroDays CTF took place at Generator Smithfield in Dublin. What started as a small inter-college competition with just 22 teams battling for the title of Ireland’s champions has evolved into something truly extraordinary. Year after year, we’ve grown, expanding to include an … Read more

International Report on Keeping Users Safe Online Spotlights Ireland’s opportunity to be global leader 

International State of Safety Tech 2024

An emerging international sector sees 14% growth in number of companies with 10 companies in Ireland employing 200 people and $42 million investment to date.  A new sector, the online safety technology or ‘Safety Tech’ sector, which complements the existing cybersecurity industry, is gaining prominence internationally.  The “International State of Safety Tech 2024” report—commissioned by … Read more

Cyber Ireland Founders Meet-up: demystifying the cybersecurity start-up journey 

On November 21, 2024, we hosted our Annual Founders Meet-up at Dogpatch Labs, Dublin, to demystify the cybersecurity start-up journey. We had the pleasure of partnering with Enterprise Ireland, Scale Ireland and Cyber Innovates to run this event.  This bespoke meet-up is for founders of cybersecurity companies at various stages from new start-ups, to established … Read more

Cyber Ireland Oireachtas Committee Opening Statement 17th October 

Cyber Ireland representation at Joint Oireachtas Committee on 17th October to discuss pre-legislative scrutiny of the National Cyber Security Bill 2024.  Cyber Ireland Opening Statement by Chairperson Brian Honan. The Joint Committee on Transport and Communications met on the 17th October to discuss pre-legislative scrutiny of the National Cyber Security Bill 2024.  Cyber Ireland was … Read more