DDoS Attacks: Distributed Denial-of-Service
Written by Emma Mouncey University of Portsmouth Download a PDF version here DoS (Denial-of-Service) Attacks are malicious attacks aiming to disrupt a server or network using a computer. DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) Attacks are the same as DoS attacks but use multiple systems. These can be remotely used computers compromised through malware. How DDoS attacks work […]
Zero-Day Threats
Written by Emma MounceyUniversity of Portsmouth In 2021, Google Project Zero shared 58 zero-day threats that had been detected and disclosed. This is double the amount detected and disclosed in 2015 which was the highest seen since then. Project Zero, 2022 What is a Zero-Day threat? Put simply, Zero-day threats are unknown vulnerabilities within software […]
What Is Social Engineering?
Written by Ramata TouréUniversity of Portsmouth Social engineering attacks are a growing concern for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. According to the 2020 Cyber Security Breaches Survey, which was conducted by the UK government, SMEs in the UK were more likely to be the target of a cyber-attack than larger companies. In […]
The Dangers of Public Wi-Fi
Written by Ramata TouréUniversity of Portsmouth Public Wi-Fi networks have become a common sight in the UK. From coffee shops to airports, hotels to restaurants, they are everywhere, and we often connect to them without a second thought. However, public Wi-Fi networks can be dangerous and pose a risk to our security. Cybercriminals can use […]
Great leap towards finding solutions for a net zero carbon Portsmouth
A £75k fund has been awarded to Portsmouth City Council to work with city partners and find solutions to securing a low carbon and energy-secure future for Portsmouth. The funding from Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living Programme, will allow the council to work with city partners to study innovative ways to decarbonise the city’s power, […]
Food & Drink businesses wanted for Southsea Food Festival
The popular Southsea Food festival will return on the 15th & 16th July 2023. Food businesses and traders are invited to attend this celebration weekend which attracted crowds of over 50,000 people last year. Southsea Food Festival 2023 is celebrating its 15th anniversary and attracts around 50 food and drink traders, celebrating the thriving and diverse […]
Shaping Portsmouth welcomes new Associate partners
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to announce that we have been joined by three new organisations as Associate partners, and would like to welcome 1st Computer Services, Dynamite Recruitment, and Veterans Outreach Support on board. 1st Computer Services has been providing outsourced IT support to businesses in Hampshire for 22 years, with more than 600 […]
Help Southsea Play Cafe become a reality!
Alyson Bert, 32, and Josie Matthews, 34, have been best friends for the past ten years and, after having their children in lockdown, realised the necessity for a cafe where parents can go to prevent them from becoming isolated. The pair have set up a Crowdfunder to get them the top-quality materials that they […]
Portsmouth International Port ahead of UK schedule to provide shore power facilities
Portsmouth International Port is officially on track to become the UK’s leading shore power port, following confirmation it will accept an offer from Scottish and Southern Energy Network (SSEN) to secure extra power supply. In under two years the port will able to support multiple ships that have capacity to plug-in when they’re alongside the […]
Shaping Portsmouth launches a pilot programme with ALNS
Shaping Portsmouth and Admiral Lord Nelson school are delighted to announce a pilot programme which, if successful, will be rolled out to all our state-funded senior schools in the city. The programme, entitled Business Breakfast Briefing, aims to give pupils from the school an opportunity to gain insight into specific industries, get expert answers and […]