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Psybersafe July 2025 Newsletter
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Cybersecurity on Holiday - Don't forget the rules
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In this issue...
Holiday time should mean switching off… but scammers are counting on you letting your guard down.
Read on for quick tips, real-life stories, and how to keep your team psybersafe (see what I did there?) wherever they go!
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Why We Forget the Rules When We Pack Our Bags
Beach bags packed? Meetings cancelled? That’s when distractions hit.
Scammers know we’re relaxed, and our minds are elsewhere — and that’s when we click without thinking.
Some recent scams include:
Fake Booking.com payment requests, Luxury villa listings that never existed and Airport WiFi logins stealing credentials, and these are only to name a few...
Why do we slip up?
- Out of routine = out of safe habits
- Tired, distracted or rushed = riskier decisions
- Quick fixes feel easier than caution
Have a look at our blog about why we tend to slip up on holiday. It’s not because we are reckless, but because we are human. The blog gives you some no-nonsense steps you can take for safer travel.
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Summer scams to watch for
July is peak travel season — and not just for you. Cybercriminals are on the move too, looking for opportunities. Holiday booking scams, “last minute deal” phishing emails, and fake gift card promotions are on the rise.
Here are a few quick tips to share with your team:
✈️ Always navigate directly to trusted booking sites — never click links in emails.
🌐 Avoid public WiFi for work or banking; use mobile data or a VPN.
🎁 Treat “urgent offers” and “free upgrades” with caution.
Even personal scams can spill over into business risk if staff use work devices or accounts while travelling. So share this with your colleagues and help them stay alert.
Read more below on how to have a cyber safe holiday.
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Top 3 mistakes businesses make over the summer
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Take five minutes now to review your holiday cover plans, device policies and out-of-office messages. A little preparation goes a long way.
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Spread the Word
We share friendly, practical tips every month. Pass this on to your team or colleagues and help everyone stay safe this summer.
Our monthly newsletters are full of useful information and advice for businesses and individuals who know they need to keep up to date with cyber security issues.
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Want to protect your business in 2025?
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If you’d like to start making a difference to your business by bringing in dedicated behavioural cyber training, just get in touch today – and help your people to change their cyber habits for the better.
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Until next time...
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