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.

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.

Basic antivirus used to feel enough and for a lot of small organisations, it still feels like the default answer.Install...
02/06/2026

Basic antivirus used to feel enough and for a lot of small organisations, it still feels like the default answer.

Install antivirus.
Hope it catches the bad stuff.
Move on.

The problem is that attackers do not just rely on “viruses” anymore.

They look for unpatched software.
They exploit known gaps.
They use ransomware to turn one device into a much bigger problem.

That is why we created Nest Protect.

It brings together:

Heimdal NGAV
Heimdal Patch Management
Heimdal Ransomware Encryption Protection

It is for small businesses, schools, care providers, parish councils and local organisations that know they need more than basic antivirus, but do not want cyber security to become overwhelming.

It is not the whole answer - we would still recommend that you think about MFA, backups, email security, staff training and recovery.

But as a starting point? It gives you a stronger base.

Less guesswork.
Fewer obvious gaps.
A better answer when insurers, clients or suppliers ask what you are doing about cyber security.

Nest Protect is for organisations that are ready to move from: “We’ve got antivirus.” to: “We’ve made a proper start.”

Not sure whether Nest Protect is enough for your organisation? Comment below or send us a DM.

We’ll look at where you are now, what is worth fixing first and whether Nest Protect is the right starting point.

No pressure. Just a practical look at what makes sense.

More info on Nest Protect in the comments.

We’re taking part in Small Business Week.From 1st to 7th June, people across the UK are being encouraged to support smal...
29/05/2026

We’re taking part in Small Business Week.

From 1st to 7th June, people across the UK are being encouraged to support small businesses.

We’d love your support.

That could mean buying from us, recommending us, leaving a review, sharing one of our posts or telling someone about what we do.

Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions helps small businesses, schools, care providers, charities, parish councils and tradespeople protect their emails, devices, Microsoft 365 accounts and backups.

We’re also running a Small Business Week offer:

10% off Huntress EDR, Heimdal NGAV, Nest Protect and Cygnet Shield

Use code SBW10 at checkout.

Shop links:

Heimdal NGAV
https://blackswancyber.co.uk/product/heimdal-next-generation-antivirus/

Huntress Managed EDR
https://blackswancyber.co.uk/product/huntress-managed-edr/

Nest Protect
https://blackswancyber.co.uk/product/nest-protect/

Cygnet Shield
https://blackswancyber.co.uk/product/cygnet-shield-cyber-security-package/

Thank you for supporting our business.

It genuinely makes a difference.

One last thought.Most business owners I speak to don’t want more tech.They don’t want more dashboards.More alerts.More t...
29/05/2026

One last thought.

Most business owners I speak to don’t want more tech.

They don’t want more dashboards.
More alerts.
More things to check.

They just want to know:

“If something happens… it’s handled.”

That’s it.

That’s the whole point of Black Swan Guard.

Quietly running in the background.
Watching.
Responding.

So you can get on with everything else that actually matters.

If that’s something you’ve been meaning to sort but haven’t had time to look at properly, drop me a message.

I’ll show you where things stand - plain and simple.

—
Kevin @ Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions
Helping small businesses avoid scams, reduce downtime, and sleep a bit easier.

“Sounds good… but we’re trying to keep costs down.”Completely fair.Most businesses are.What’s interesting though is wher...
29/05/2026

“Sounds good… but we’re trying to keep costs down.”

Completely fair.

Most businesses are.

What’s interesting though is where the money tends to go after something happens:

Lost time
Lost access
Recovery work
Reputational damage
Sometimes actual financial loss

And it’s rarely planned for.

This isn’t about spending more for the sake of it.

It’s about deciding where the risk sits…

and whether you’re comfortable with it.

For some, the answer is yes.

For others, it’s worth tightening things up before it becomes an expensive lesson.

—
Kevin @ Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions
Helping small businesses avoid scams, reduce downtime, and sleep a bit easier.

Is your inbox ready for the next generation of threats? AI is being used by attackers — so it needs to be part of your d...
28/05/2026

Is your inbox ready for the next generation of threats? AI is being used by attackers — so it needs to be part of your defence too.

Harmony Email Security uses AI-driven threat intelligence and behavioural analysis to spot advanced phishing, malware and account takeover attempts in real time. That means modern protection that works while you get on with running your school or business.

If you want an email defence that keeps pace with evolving threats, we can explain how Harmony Email Security fits into a simple, practical strategy — no jargon.

✨ Want to future-proof your inbox? Contact us today.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01246 927142


https://campaigns.channext.com/bitz-n-pcz-ltd/email-security?lang=en_US&utm_source=fb&utm_term=37922

A simple before and after we see quite often:Before:Alerts coming in… but no one really owns themEmail filtering doing i...
28/05/2026

A simple before and after we see quite often:

Before:

Alerts coming in… but no one really owns them
Email filtering doing its best, but things still getting through
Logins protected in some places, not others
A general feeling of “we’re probably alright”

After:

Someone actively watching what’s going on
Clear response when something triggers
Email threats reduced before they reach people
Visibility across logins, devices, and behaviour
A bit more confidence day to day

Same business.

Just with that missing piece filled in.

—
Kevin @ Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions
Sometimes it just takes a second pair of eyes to spot the gaps.
Happy to help if you want one.

Address

Unit 50, Clocktower Business Centre, Works Road, Hollingwood
Chesterfield
S432PE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions:

Shortcuts

Share

Category