13/05/2026
I was reading the latest cyber threat reports recently, and one statistic really stood out to me.
AI-enabled cyber attacks have increased by 89% in just one year.
That’s a huge jump.
Cyber criminals are now using AI to write highly convincing phishing emails, generate malware, automate reconnaissance, and run social engineering campaigns at scale. In other words, attacks that once took time and skill can now be done faster, easier, and on a much larger scale.
It’s a worrying trend because it lowers the barrier to entry for attackers and increases the speed at which they can target organisations.
This is exactly why frameworks like Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus are becoming more important than ever. They help businesses put the foundations of good cybersecurity in place and protect against the majority of common attacks.
At GP Computers, we’re seeing first-hand how important this is for organisations. As an official Cyber Essentials accreditation body, we help businesses understand the risks, strengthen their security, and achieve certification with confidence.
Cyber threats are evolving quickly, but with the right protections in place, businesses can stay one step ahead.
If you’d like to understand how Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus could help protect your organisation, feel free to get in touch with the team.
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