Cyber Essentials 2026: What the Danzell Changes Mean for Your Business

The Danzell v3.3 update has raised the bar for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus. The controls haven't changed, but the expectations around proving and maintaining them have. In this recorded session, BCN's cyber security specialists explain what's changed, why it matters, and what to do now to prepare for certification or renewal.

It starts with the basics, covering the five controls and the difference between Cyber Essentials and Plus. It then covers the key Danzell changes: stricter MFA requirements, a wider cloud service scope, the new 14-day remediation requirement for vulnerabilities, and the double-sampling process for Plus assessments. It finishes with practical guidance on planning ahead, auditing your environment and avoiding common pitfalls.

It comes from a managed services provider, so expect some promotion of BCN's own certification support, but the changes it explains apply to anyone going through the scheme.