The Annual Malicious Risk Report is produced by Blackthorn ’s team of leading malicious risk experts specialising in strategic security issues such as terrorism and political violence, operating in complex environments, malicious cyber, and civil unrest. The insights offered will help organisations of all sizes plan for expected and unexpected malicious activity, by providing intelligence about the risks most likely to have an impact on business.
Our CBRN Risk Reports provide a summary of key developments regarding the malicious use of hazardous chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear materials across a six-month period.
Our expert team conducts open-source research and collection on a bi-weekly basis to ensure we are monitoring incidents as they occur. Findings are then triaged before we overlay our expert knowledge, delivering analytical insight and identifying trends.
The latest edition of our six-monthly report provides a comprehensive review and analysis of the major CBRN incidents that took place around the world in the first half of 2024.
While no verified CBRN terrorist attacks were recorded, the report does provide commentary on malicious events that have utilised CBRN materials, including those in the UK, USA, Mexico and Ukraine. We also look at current and future vulnerabilities, as well as how new technologies and techniques are being used to either facilitate or prevent CBRN attacks.
To find out how to obtain a copy of the report and to understand more about the threats, vulnerabilities and risks related to CBRN, please get in touch.
The latest edition of our six-monthly report provides a comprehensive review and analysis of the major CBRN incidents that took place around the world in the second half of 2023. The report underscores the ongoing aspiration of militant Islamist actors to acquire and deploy CBRN capabilities; of particular note were three innovative plots interdicted in the UK. The report also shows the degree to which CBRN-focused programmes and regulations remain crucial in ensuring readiness and resilience against CBRN threats.
To find out how to obtain a copy of the report and to understand more about the threats, vulnerabilities and risks related to CBRN, please get in touch.
The latest edition of our six-monthly report provides a robust review and analysis of CBRN incidents that have occurred in the first half of 2023. Evidence and analysis is provided of the growing appeal of CBRN among extremist groups; the report also examines the key global events that have taken place and, with examples, demonstrates that states need to maintain vigilance against this type of threat. Of course it also takes a look into the latest threats emanating from Russia and North Korea.
To find out how to obtain a copy of the report and to understand more about the threats, vulnerabilities and risks in relation to CBRN materials, please get in touch.
This edition of the report includes several reminders of the ongoing intent of many groups to acquire and deploy CBRN weapons; including both state and non-state actors. The report includes information on ideologically-motivated attacks, from groups such as jihadists and extreme-right accelerationists. Accusations of state involvement in CBRN incidents are also a key theme throughout this reporting period.
To find out how to obtain a copy of the report and to understand more about threats, vulnerabilities and risks in relation to CBRN materials, please get in touch.
Jerry Smith, Head of Advisory talks about the types of organisation, both at home and overseas, that seek advice and guidance from Blackthorn on how to better understand and manage their complex malicious risk exposures.
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Jerry Smith OBE Head of Advisory at Blackthorn talks about his broad experience in malicious risk management. From being an officer in the British Army and working at Porton Down to becoming a chemical weapons inspector, war crimes investigator and working for the UN.
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