
Mar 3, 2026

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Cyber Essentials Assessment Update: The New ‘Danzell’ Version Arriving in April 2026
From 27 April 2026, the Cyber Essentials certification scheme will introduce an updated assessment question set known as ‘Danzell’. Designed to clarify existing requirements and reflect modern cyber security risks, the update places greater emphasis on multi factor authentication, timely patch management, and accurate scope definition. Organisations seeking certification after this date will need to ensure their security controls align with the revised expectations in order to achieve compliance.