Cyber attackers can hijack drones

A leading cyber-security expert has warned about the increasing dangers of hackers taking control of drones in mid-flight. Matt Horan of C3IA Solutions, the Dorset-based cyber-security company, said it is just one of the latest threats in the cyber-sphere.

Wessex Fire & Security appoint new MD

Wessex Fire & Security has appointed Jess Lutwyche as its new Managing Director. The company is part of the Dorset-based Wessex Group that Jess joined more than 10 years ago. Jess has held various roles within Wessex Fire and Security, most recently as a successful service manager. Wessex Fire & Security employs almost 100 staff including 55 engineers and works … Read More

Cyber criminals are phishing for you – don’t take the bait

A top cyber security expert is warning about the dangers of so-called ‘phishing’ emails after a number of businesses were recently targeted. Matt Horan, director of C3IA Solutions in Poole, Dorset, said his staff have seen an increasing number of companies fall foul of the scams. Hackers purporting to be from government departments, recognisable businesses or other institutions email individuals … Read More

Coastal security concerns raised at Parliament

Concerns about coastal security are set to be raised with Ministers following a meeting of an influential Parliamentary maritime group. The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Maritime and Ports is to seek assurances from Robert Goodwill MP about measures to bolster Great Britain’s inshore borders in the fight against such threats as people smugglers, organised crime, illegal fishing, terrorists and drugs … Read More