Secure Your Business: The Journey to Cyber Essentials v3.3 (Danzell)

Welcome to our Cyber Essentials Assessment. This interactive survey is designed to help you benchmark your organization’s current security posture. To get the most accurate roadmap for your cyber security journey, please provide honest responses; your score will directly reflect your progress toward certification.

The landscape of UK cyber security is shifting. The current Willow version of the Cyber Essentials (CE) and CE+ assessments will be retired at the end of April 2026. Taking its place is the new v3.3 (Danzell) standard, which introduces stricter requirements for modern businesses.

Key updates in the Danzell v3.3 question set—available from February 2nd, 2026—include mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all cloud services and clearer rules on scoping internet-connected devices. Whether you are an SME or a government supplier, staying compliant is vital for building trust and protecting sensitive data.

Stay ahead of the April 27th deadline by reviewing the latest guidance. For live updates, visit the IASME April 2026 Update or download the full technical requirements directly from the NCSC.

Do you use a firewall to protect your network and devices from the internet?

Have you changed all default passwords on your routers, servers, and software?

Do all users have separate accounts with "standard" privileges rather than "admin" rights?

Is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enabled for all cloud services and remote access?

Are all your devices and apps updated within 14 days of a security patch being released?

Do you use Anti-Malware software that is set to update and scan automatically?

Are unnecessary accounts and software applications removed regularly?

Are mobile devices protected by a PIN or biometric lock and managed centrally?

Do you perform backups of your critical data at least daily and store one copy offline?

Do you vet your cloud providers (e.g., Google, Microsoft) to ensure they meet security standards?

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