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UK’s Cyber Service for Telcos Blocks 1 Billion Malicious Site Attempts A new cyber defense service has prevented almost one billion early-stage cyber-attacks in the past year, British Security Minister claims

A billion early-stage #CyberAttacks were stopped in the UK this year. The @NCSC's Share & Defend program works with ISPs to automatically block connections to known malicious domains before users can load them.
#CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety

Police consider corporate manslaughter charges over UK Post Office software linked to 13 suicides Horizon users were originally blamed for accounting errors. Now company executives could be prosecuted in connection with bug-prone IT accounting system.

Metropolitan Police are weighing corporate manslaughter charges in the #PostOffice #Horizon scandal. The probe focuses on software failures linked to the wrongful prosecution of subpostmasters & at least 13 suicides.
#CyberSecurity

India orders phone makers to preload devices with state-owned cyber safety app Critics voice concern as government says its Sanchar Saathi app combats cybersecurity threats for 1.2bn telecom users

India mandates phone makers to preload the undeletable Sanchar Saathi app on all new devices, sparking debate over digital #privacy vs. #cybercrime prevention.
#CyberSecurity

Mindset change is key to nurturing cybersecurity innovation Shifting mindset to harness risk, not just avoid it

Saying 'no' too often drives risk into shadow IT. To nurture security #innovation, CISOs must encourage open dialogue & harness #risk with clear parameters.
#CyberSecurity #ShadowIT #Collaboration

#5pmFriday & it’s time to process the week’s events. Everything, whether it was a success or a struggle, comes to an end. The real victory lies in taking time to learn & grow from it, & to be grateful for the experience, before you reset for the week ahead.
Still we rise!

Fraud losses top GBP £1.17 billion as Black Friday scams surge Fraud losses in the UK surged to GBP £1.17 billion in 2024, with Black Friday scams and unauthorised card fraud sharply increasing online threats.

UK #Fraud losses reached a staggering 1.17 billion in 2024, fueled by a 14% spike in card fraud. Experts warn consumers & retailers to beef up defenses as #BlackFriday #Scams surge. #CyberSecurity

UK councils overly exposed to cyber risk, experts warn following attack - UKTN Councils in the UK are particularly exposed to cyber-attacks, experts have warned following breaches in London.

UK councils are overly exposed to ##cyber #risk, creating "dangerous implications" for citizens, experts warn following recent breaches at London authorities. #CyberSecurity #UKTech #LocalGov

'Multiple' London councils hit by cyber attack - live updates Kensington and Chelsea Council has confirmed it is working with the National Cyber Security Centre, part of GCHQ, to protect the local authority's systems and data, and maintain critical public services

Kensington & Chelsea, & Westminster City Councils are responding to a serious #CyberAttack that has disrupted services. @NCSC / @GCHQ are assisting with the investigation.
#CyberSecurity #LondonCouncils #RBKC #Westminster

#ShadowAI is the unseen threat infiltrating UK workplaces. Unapproved #AI tools are bypassing #IT protocols & putting sensitive corporate data at risk.
#CyberSecurity #DataPrivacy

"Not fit for the future."
The Business & Trade Committee warns the UK's economic security strategy risks becoming a "weak point" for the West without urgent reform.
#CyberSecurity #UKPolitics #EconomicSecurity #BusinessNews

It’s #5pmFriday & time to protect your energy. The most powerful thing you can do for yourself this weekend is simple: decline what drains you & embrace what sustains you. Happy Friday everyone.

UK retailers overconfident in cyber security as risks escalate Despite 84% confidence in cyber defences, 1 in 5 UK retailers admit they can’t prevent attacks as risks rise, causing major operational disruptions.

UK retailers are underestimating the danger. Despite a surge in sophisticated attacks, a new report finds confidence levels dangerously high. This disconnect suggests many businesses are unprepared for the reality of modern #cyber risks.
#CyberSecurity

Ransomware attacks surge in October with US and Europe the big drivers Ransomware attacks surged 41% in October to 594 incidents, heavily targeting industrial, consumer, and healthcare sectors, mainly in North America and Europe.

#Ransomware activity surged in October, driven by escalated campaigns targeting the US & Europe. As these regions remain primary focal points, the global threat landscape is becoming increasingly volatile.
#CyberSecurity #InfoSec

MI5 warns MPs and peers over risk of Chinese espionage Security services have issued a new "espionage alert" to members of the House of Commons and Lords.

#MI5 has issued a serious warning to UK MPs & peers about the significant & growing threat of Chinese state-linked espionage targeting Parliament & political life.
#China #Espionage #UKPolitics #CyberSecurity

Online safety ‘getting worse’, warns former UK cyber security agency boss Felicity Oswald wants to use her new role as head of Girlguiding to call on the Government and social media firms to do more to protect girls online.

Former UK cyber security chief & new Girlguiding CEO warns online safety is "getting worse," urging government & tech firms to fight rising misogyny & deepfakes targeting girls.
#OnlineSafety #Girlguiding #NCSC

Anthropic AI used in state backed hacking Things just got even scarier for your clients

The US artificial intelligence developer, Anthropic, has disrupted the first documented state-sponsored cyber-espionage campaign driven largely by autonomous #AI. Is this what the future of hacking will be?
#CyberSecurity #AIHacking #CyberAttack

It’s #5pmFriday & time to reset! The quiet effort you put in over the last few weeks & months is the foundation for future wins. Patience pays off, & I have a feeling the view from the next peak will be amazing. I have some good news coming soon, what are you celebrating?

UK regulators set to gain greater powers over cyber security failures New legislation would give watchdogs the power to fine certain companies up to £17mn or 4% of annual turnover

UK regulators are gaining enhanced powers to fine companies up to 4% of their annual turnover, or £17mn if that is larger, for #CyberSecurity failures under new legislation & would include sectors such as healthcare, IT services & data centres.

Automation can't fix broken security basics - Help Net Security Many enterprises admit the security basics are still broken, with slow patching, weak oversight, and poor hygiene exposing major risks.

Security basics are STILL broken, according to a new report. 73% of orgs take >24 hours to patch critical updates, & 92% of incidents were preventable. Automation of the simple stuff is key. #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberHygiene

The UK plans to strengthen its #PublicServices' defences against #cyberattacks, requiring companies that provide services to private & public sector organisations such as the #NHS to meet strict #security standards.
#CyberSecurity

UK transport and cyber-security chiefs investigate Chinese-made buses Move to assess potential risk of remote meddling by Beijing with Yutong buses follows investigations in Norway and Denmark

UK transport #CyberSecurity chiefs at The Department for Transport & the National Cyber Security Centre are investigating Chinese-made buses over potential security risks from Over-the-air updates.

Feels like the Bishop has kind of lost the plot here. That there’s a bit of pride creeping in, look at me in front of all these people.
Tbh Jesus would probably turn in his grave at the actions of this man & others carrying crosses at a far right rally!
Fundamentalists of any kind are a bit weird.

‘Black Fraud Day’: shoppers warned over Black Friday scams Experts say to avoid unrealistic prices or requests for bank transfers, as AI makes it hard to tell real from fake sites

The @NCSC is cautioning UK shoppers that #AI is making #BlackFriday #scams more deceptive than ever, creating hyper-realistic fake retail sites.
Stop, look, & think before buying!
If it looks too good to be true - it probably is!
#CyberSecurity #ScamAlert

It’s that #5pmFriday time & that feeling of being stuck is the truly scary thing. Don't be afraid to GROW into your next chapter. What's one thing you're leaving behind this weekend? LMK 💪

Telecoms Fraud Charter: Industry to combat UK's most prevalent crime The UK telecoms sector has today launched an updated Telecoms Fraud Sector Charter, marking a significant escalation in the industry's fight against fraud.

UK telcos (BT, O2, Vodafone) unite with a new Fraud Charter to fight the UK's most common crime. They're ramping up data-sharing with banks & call tracing with Ofcom. Security first!
#CyberSecurity #UKTech #Telecoms #AntiFraud

M&S pegs cyber cleanup costs at £136M, profits tumble : Retailer's tech systems aren’t down anymore, but the same can’t be said for its rocky financials

Marks & Spencer pegs #CyberAttack cleanup costs at a staggering £136M, contributing to a massive slump in profits. The true cost of a breach is revealed!
#CyberSecurity #RetailTech

UK Cyber Resilience Advice ‘Too Bland’, Says Northdoor | THINK Digital Partners : THINK Digital Partners IT supplier Northdoor plc has criticised new UK Government guidance on supply chain resilience, arguing that the advice lacks the practical, tech-driven tools needed to defend against increasingly sophisticated...

The UK Government's new #cyber resilience advice on #SupplyChain #Security is slammed as 'too bland' by experts. It reportedly lacks the proactive, #AI-driven tools needed to manage deep third-party #vulnerabilities.
#CyberSecurity #Ransomware

I was led down the wrong path into cybercrime as a teenager. Here’s what I would tell my younger self Almost a decade after his involvement in a major cyber-attack, Daniel Kelley is now a leading cybersecurity researcher, helping organisations create accurate and accessible cybersecurity content

I would go so far as to say that a lot of companies still don’t understand responsible disclosure & that when an issue is reported (by reputable testers, working at high profile testing companies), you are still ignored & sometimes threatened. 😬

NHS quarantines devices as suppliers drag feet on Windows 11 : Hospitals told to upgrade, but some medical device makers haven't prescribed compatibility yet

Major #CyberSecurity risk for the #NHS! Some suppliers are dragging their feet on #Windows11 compatibility for medical devices, leaving trusts with unsupported, vulnerable PCs.

Happy Samhain / Halloween. Sorted my double sided 🎃 which is sat in the window. Am all dressed up as a Vampire slayer & have had fun scaring small children when I open the door for the trick or treaters. 🤣🤭