When the headlines broke last week about M&S, Co-op and Harrods being hit by cyber breaches, the conversation quickly turned to how even the most well-resourced companies can fall victim to security failures.
According to the BBC, personal information such as names, dates of birth, National Insurance numbers and bank details could have been affected – highlighting how even trusted suppliers and service providers can become part of the attack surface.
But here’s the real question: if it can happen to them, with their in-house teams, external IT partners and big security budgets, what could it mean for your business?
Cyber Attacks Are on the Rise – and Evolving Fast
For businesses in fast-moving industries like finance, marketing, architecture or creative services, the risk isn’t hypothetical. With hybrid teams, tech stacks and increasing compliance demands, the threat landscape has changed.
Cyber criminals don’t just target big names – they exploit gaps. And they don’t always break in – they’re often invited in unknowingly through phishing, poor access controls or outdated software.
The Most Common Types of Cyber Attacks We See
It’s not just ransomware. Threats are becoming more sophisticated – and more frequent.
Phishing & Social Engineering
Phishing is one of the most widespread cyber threats – but it’s just one part of a larger issue: social engineering. These attacks rely on manipulating human behaviour rather than exploiting technical weaknesses, making them especially dangerous in busy work environments.
How It Works:
- An employee receives an email or message appearing to be from a trusted source (eg. a colleague, supplier, CEO, or IT department)
- The communication may contain a malicious link, fake invoice, or urgent request – designed to trigger panic, obedience, or curiosity
- Social engineering tactics can also happen by phone (vishing), text (smishing), or in person – for example, someone posing as a technician to gain physical access to a system
Once the attacker has the user’s trust, they may:
- Trick them into handing over credentials
- Convince them to approve fraudulent payments
- Get them to download malware or access restricted systems
Impact:
- Compromised email and cloud accounts
- Financial fraud or business email compromise (BEC)
- Widespread malware or ransomware infection
- Reputational damage due to leaked or misused data
- Regulatory fines may apply if negligence contributed to the attack
- Regulator action could make it more difficult to raise capital and even to win future tenders or RFPs
Credential Stuffing & Brute Force Attacks
These attacks exploit weak or reused passwords across multiple platforms. Cyber criminals use bots to test thousands of stolen usernames and passwords to gain access to business systems.
How It Works:
- Attackers gather leaked credentials from previous data breaches
- Automated tools attempt to ‘stuff’ these into login portals
- If employees reuse passwords across systems, attackers can get in unnoticed
Impact:
- Unauthorised access to sensitive systems
- Potential lateral movement across your network
- Long-term undetected breaches
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks
MitM attacks intercept communications between two parties, often over unsecured Wi-Fi or poorly protected networks. Attackers can steal data, manipulate communications or deliver malicious content.
How It Works:
- A user connects to a public or compromised Wi-Fi network
- Attackers intercept the data transmitted between the user and the server
- They can read, alter, or re-route data – including login, details, emails and financial transactions
Impact:
- Exposure of sensitive information (eg. passwords, client data)
- Fraudulent activity carried out in your name
- Compromised communication channels
Insider Threats
Sometimes the threat isn’t external. Insider threats can come from current or former employees, contractors or partners who misuse their access – intentionally or accidentally.
How It Works:
- An employee shares data with unauthorised recipients, intentionally or by mistake
- Former staff retain access to systems they should no longer use
- Internal credentials are used to exfiltrate or destroy company data
Impact:
- Data leaks and unauthorised file access
- Damage to client relationships or legal action
- Difficulty tracing how and when the breach occurred
Why a One-Off Fix Doesn’t Cut It Anymore
Cyber Security isn’t just a product or a policy – it’s an ongoing strategy.
It needs to flex with how your business works:
- Hybrid teams
- Creative workflows
- Large file sharing
- Cross-platform systems (Apple, Windows, or a mix of both)
At Dr Logic, we take a practical, partnership-led approach to protecting your business. No scare tactics. No jargon. Just smart, scalable solutions tailored to your environment.
How We Strengthen Your Cyber Defences
Whether you’re scaling fast or tightening up, here’s how we help:
- Build secure access across remote, on-site and hybrid teams
- Keep systems patched and monitor with real-time protection
- Support compliance and data governance
- Train your team on threat awareness and best practices
- Develop a response plan – so you know exactly what to do if something goes wrong
Why Dr Logic?
We’re not just another IT provider. We’re a cyber security partner for growing companies that need clarity, consistency, and confidence.
We support Apple environments, Windows systems, and everything in between – with a proven track record in sectors where security, speed and creativity need to coexist.
Take Action Before the Headlines Come for You
M&S, Co-op and Harrods are just the latest names on a growing list. Cyber threats aren’t going anywhere – but with the right support, your exposure can be dramatically reduced.
Let’s talk about where your gaps might be – and how we can help fix them
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