Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions

Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions Empowering SMBs and nonprofits with cybersecurity solutions that provide peace of mind.

We offer proven strategies and proactive protection, so you can focus on what matters most.

School holidays are nearly here.Staff deserve the break.But quieter periods can leave schools exposed if systems are not...
12/06/2026

School holidays are nearly here.

Staff deserve the break.

But quieter periods can leave schools exposed if systems are not being monitored properly.

We help schools put practical cyber protection in place, including endpoint protection, patching, backups, DNS protection and managed monitoring.

It supports DfE cyber security standards, RPA expectations and gives leaders more confidence when the building is quieter.

Do small organisations still need antivirus?Yes.But antivirus on its own is rarely the full answer.A small organisation ...
11/06/2026

Do small organisations still need antivirus?

Yes.

But antivirus on its own is rarely the full answer.

A small organisation came to us thinking antivirus was the main issue. When we looked closer, the bigger gap was patching.

That is more common than people think.

Windows updates might be happening.
Third-party apps might not be.
Old software might still be sitting on devices.
Critical updates might have been delayed because everyone was too busy.

Attackers do not care whether the gap is exciting.

They care whether it works.

That is why our Nest Protect package includes Heimdal Next-Generation Antivirus, Patch Management and Ransomware Encryption Protection.

It is built for smaller organisations that want to move beyond basic antivirus, but are not ready for full 24/7 monitoring.

A sensible first step.

Better protection.
Fewer obvious gaps.
Less reliance on hope.

More info in the comments...

As the World Cup officially gets underway later today, I'll be sharing a few football-inspired cyber security lessons.We...
11/06/2026

As the World Cup officially gets underway later today, I'll be sharing a few football-inspired cyber security lessons.

We'll start with an easy one.

Some things should be sent off immediately.

❌ Phishing emails

❌ Invoice fraud

❌ Weak passwords

❌ Fake websites

❌ Unpatched software

The best defenders don't wait until the ball is in the back of the net. They deal with the danger before it gets that far. Cyber security should work the same way.

What's the first thing you'd show a red card to? ⚽🟥

It’s the final countdown… 🎸Teachers are counting down the days to the summer holidays. Pupils are counting down too.But ...
10/06/2026

It’s the final countdown… 🎸

Teachers are counting down the days to the summer holidays. Pupils are counting down too.

But they may not be the only ones watching the calendar.

The end of term can be a busy, stretched and slightly chaotic time for schools. Devices move around. Staff finish projects. Cover arrangements change. IT teams are asked to fix “just one more thing” before everyone disappears for a well-earned break.

For attackers, quieter periods can look attractive.

Not because schools are doing anything wrong, just because schools are busy, open, trusted and full of valuable data.

That is where managed EDR and MXDR can make a real difference.

Instead of relying on someone in school to spot every suspicious alert, managed protection gives you:

✅ Endpoint monitoring
✅ Threat detection and response
✅ Human-led investigation
✅ Help when something looks wrong
✅ Extra reassurance during evenings, weekends and holidays

It does not replace good IT housekeeping.

You still need patching, MFA, backups, staff awareness and sensible policies.

But when staff are switching off for summer, your protection should not be switching off with them.

If your school is heading towards the end-of-term rush and you are not sure who is watching your devices over the holidays, it may be time for a quick review.

The teachers can count down to a break.

Your cyber security probably shouldn’t.

A small organisation came to us thinking antivirus was the main issue.It wasn’t. The bigger gap was patching.They had pr...
09/06/2026

A small organisation came to us thinking antivirus was the main issue.
It wasn’t. The bigger gap was patching.

They had protection installed, but some devices were still running outdated software. That matters, because attackers often do not need anything clever when there is a known vulnerability sitting there waiting to be used.

This is one of the reasons we built Nest Protect around more than antivirus.

It includes:

Heimdal Next-Generation Antivirus
Patch Management
Ransomware Encryption Protection

Because “we’ve got antivirus” is not the same as “we’re properly protected”.

For many small businesses, schools, care providers and parish councils, the sensible first step is not a huge cyber security project.

It is closing the obvious gaps first.

That is what Nest Protect is for. Link to more info in the comments...

09/06/2026

Does cyber security in your business fall to the person who is “good with computers”?

They may be brilliant at fixing the printer, helping with passwords and sorting day-to-day IT problems.

But cyber security is a different responsibility.

It covers backups, email security, password protection, insurance questions, staff accounts, updates, endpoint protection and knowing what to do if something goes wrong.

That is a lot to put on one person who already has another job.

Our latest blog explains why cyber security should not fall on the most technical person in the office, and what small businesses can do instead.

Link in the comments...

A lot of cyber security conversations start at the wrong moment.The insurance renewal lands.A client asks for proof.A su...
04/06/2026

A lot of cyber security conversations start at the wrong moment.

The insurance renewal lands.
A client asks for proof.
A supplier questionnaire appears.
Someone asks whether patching is managed.
Someone asks what ransomware protection is in place.

Then it becomes urgent.

Nest Protect is designed for the organisations that would rather not wait for that moment.

It gives you a practical bundle built around three things insurers and attackers both care about:

Endpoint protection
Patch management
Ransomware protection

It will not solve every cyber risk on its own - you still need to think about MFA, backups, email security, staff training and recovery.

But it does help answer a very common question:

“Have we made a proper start?”

For small businesses, schools, care providers, parish councils and local organisations, that matters.

Because good cyber security does not always start with a massive project.

Sometimes it starts with protecting the devices people use every day.

Basic antivirus is usually where small businesses start.Fair enough.It is familiar.It is easy to understand.It feels lik...
03/06/2026

Basic antivirus is usually where small businesses start.

Fair enough.

It is familiar.
It is easy to understand.
It feels like something has been done.

But attackers are not only looking for “viruses”.

They are looking for:

Unpatched software.
Old versions of apps.
Weak spots on laptops and desktops.
Ransomware opportunities.
Businesses relying on hope.

That is why we put Nest Protect together.

It combines:

Heimdal Next-Generation Antivirus
Patch Management
Ransomware Encryption Protection

It is for small organisations that want a sensible first step beyond standard antivirus, without jumping straight into a huge cyber security project.

Not complicated.
Not overblown.
Not “buy everything now”.

Just a stronger base layer for the devices your business relies on every day.

And for many small businesses, that is exactly where cyber security should start.

That "Teams update" email might not be what you think.A busy user. A familiar-looking page. One click.That's all it took...
03/06/2026

That "Teams update" email might not be what you think.

A busy user. A familiar-looking page. One click.

That's all it took. What appeared to be a routine Microsoft Teams update was actually a phishing page delivering a malicious installer. The page looked completely legitimate - right font, right layout, right branding.

This is exactly how these attacks work. They don't rely on obvious red flags. They rely on you being in a hurry - and it's getting worse.

In some cases, what gets installed isn't just malware. It's a remote monitoring and management tool - software that's normally used by IT support teams to access and manage computers remotely. Legitimate businesses like mine use it every day to help clients fix problems without having to come on-site. In criminal hands, it's a skeleton key to your device.

Once it's installed, the attacker can see your screen, move your mouse, open files, steal passwords, and move deeper into your network - all while you carry on with your day none the wiser. No dramatic warning. No obvious sign anything is wrong.

A few things worth knowing:

Microsoft will never push Teams updates through an email link or a pop-up asking you to download something. Teams updates itself silently in the background. If an email or webpage is asking you to click a link or download a file to "update Teams" - stop.

The same applies to driver updates. Fake driver update prompts are one of the oldest tricks going and they're still catching people out every day.

If you're a Black Swan client, you don't need to act on prompts like this. We manage your updates. If something genuinely needs attention on your device, we'll be in touch directly. When in doubt, ignore it and drop us a message.

If you use Teams at work, please share this post. If you manage a team of people - brief them this week.

The attack didn't need to be sophisticated. It just needed someone to be busy.

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