Data sharing between public and private is the answer to cybersecurity More data sharing between public and private is the answer to cybersecurity in 2023. TechRadar · Apr 12, 2023
Manchester businessman on Twitter hack as GCHQ issues cyber attack warning Manchester firms are less likely than those in the rest of the UK to have a cyber incident response plan in place Manchester Evening News · Mar 21, 2023
Small businesses urged to act after almost half targeted by cyber criminals The range of attacks against small businesses can vary widely, from business email compromise to denial of service and ransomware attacks Birmingham Post · Mar 21, 2023
NCSC launches free in-browser security threat checks for SMBs SMBs across the UK can now access new tools aimed at reviewing their cyber security processes following the launch of two new services from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The cyber security centre has unveiled two new toolkits that it said are designed to “help millions of small businesses… IT Pro · Mar 21, 2023
What is the ‘steal now, crack later’ quantum computing threat? The capabilities of quantum computing have been rapidly developing over the last decade, and are expected to mature over the next. By 2030, in fact, the industry widely expects commercial quantum computing offerings to be available in the mainstream. While the business use cases of quantum computing are being contemplated,… IT Pro · Mar 21, 2023
Why has the UK government banned TikTok? The UK government has officially banned the TikTok app from devices across government due to national security concerns. Oliver Dowden, chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, confirmed the decision during an address in House of Commons on Thursday. Dowden's speech followed days of speculation that the UK would follow the… IT Pro · Mar 16, 2023
Huawei pioneered a model for ensuring its telecom tech was trustworthy The Huawei Cyber Security Evaluation Center gave the U.K. government unprecedented access to the company's inner workings. Fortune · Feb 24, 2023
UK and US sanction seven Russian cyber criminals over ransomware actions The Foreign Office said the Russian nationals were linked to the development and deployment of ransomware which had targeted infrastructure. The Independent UK · Feb 9, 2023
SNP MP fears 'disinformation attack' after emails hacked AN SNP MP has said he fears he may be the victim of a “disinformation attack” as he claimed his personal email account has been hacked by Russia. The National (Scotland) · Feb 8, 2023
SNP MP Stewart McDonald has emails hacked by Russian group McDonald told the BBC his emails had been stolen. Daily Record · Feb 8, 2023
SNP MP fears ‘disinformation attack’ after emails hacked Stewart McDonald said he was targeted in a phishing attack on January 13. The Independent UK · Feb 8, 2023
UK Cyber-chiefs Warn Key Sectors About Russia, Iran Attacks UK cyber-security chiefs on Thursday warned that Russia and Iran were increasingly targeting government officials, journalists and NGOs with so-called "spear-fishing" attacks in order to "compromise sensitive systems". The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) urged those in such roles to familiarize themselves with material on its website explaining the techniques… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 27, 2023
State-linked hackers in Russia and Iran are targeting UK groups, NCSC warns Sophisticated campaigns against politicians and media aim to steal secrets or embarrass high-profile figures rather than to extort money The Guardian - UK · Jan 26, 2023
Scammers ‘exploiting cost of living crisis to steal money and information’ Texts and emails claim to offer government schemes for discounted energy bills and tax refunds The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2022
Insider UK · Dec 19, 2022 Scottish businesses offered free cyber assessment Scottish Business Resilience Centre offering support to firms of all sizes
Daily Mirror · Nov 14, 2022 Black Friday scam warning as shoppers lose £15million - signs to look out for Brits across the country will be rushing to bag themselves a bargain this Black Friday - but they should remain cautious, as the sales are likely to attract scams worth thousands
Chronicle Live · Nov 14, 2022 GCHQ's advice on avoiding online shopping scams ahead of Christmas £15.3m was lost to scammers by online shoppers in Britain in the festive period last year, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself
The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2022 New taskforce set up to tackle threats to UK democracy The announcement follows reports that former prime minister Liz Truss had her phone hacked by Russia while she was foreign secretary.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2022 Rogue states could try to cast doubt on Tory online vote, experts say Cybersecurity specialists raise concern over potential for claims about integrity of leadership ballot
The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2022 KGB stooges could swing result of online Tory leadership vote, expert warns Professor Peter Ryan said online voting is ‘always vulnerable’ to hacking – ‘especially by state attackers’.
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2022 Pathankot: NCSC issues notice after woman seen delivering child on hospital floor The notice has been issued to the authorities at the Civil Hospital in Pathankot
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2022 PSBs to hold special drive to fill backlog in SC vacancies by year-end: NCSC Chairperson The banks have also been asked to clear all pending grievances of SCs by October 31, as part of this special drive
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2022 PSU banks to start drive from October 2 to fill backlog vacancies of Scheduled Castes: NCSC chief The decision comes after a review meeting, jointly chaired by the NCSC chairman and the Finance Minister, was held on the performance of public sector banks on credit and other welfare schemes for SCs.
Tribune News Service · Sep 27, 2022 After funding tech research, lawmakers look at risk of theft WASHINGTON — After passing legislation that could pump almost $250 billion into cutting-edge scientific research and semiconductor manufacturing, lawmakers are turning their attention to protecting the fruits of that spending from theft by America’s rivals, particularly China.
Roll Call · Sep 27, 2022 After funding tech research, lawmakers look at risk of theft - Roll Call Congress is providing billions for science and tech research and lawmakers are now worried that foreign rivals could steal the results.