National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) stories - Page 4

The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

Cyber experts are urging UK ministers to act on reforms as the risk of cyber attacks on national infrastructure is increasingly underestimated.

Ivanti's report highlights that 25% of UK IT professionals lack a documented generative AI strategy amid rising cyber threats, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.

The NCSC warns of a surge in sophisticated scams this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with over 32,000 fraud reports and losses totalling GBP £30.4 million.

As the holiday shopping season approach, shoppers face rising cyber threats, with experts urging secure payment methods to protect sensitive data.

As Black Friday nears, experts warn consumers of sophisticated AI-driven scams, urging caution as losses from fraud continue to escalate.

Predictions for 2025 signal a chaotic race for AI regulation, as cyber threats escalate, particularly targeting AI supply chains and critical infrastructure.

UBDS Group has acquired 3B Data Security to bolster its UK cyber security capabilities, integrating 23 employees while preserving the firm's brand identity.

Akamai Technologies has launched upgrades to its Account Protector, enhancing security against cyber threats amid rising scams costing shoppers GBP £10 million.

IriusRisk has launched Jeff: AI Assistant, an innovative tool that generates threat models from images, aiming to streamline cybersecurity processes.

New Zealanders are losing $3.8 million weekly to scammers, prompting the NCSC to call for heightened vigilance during Cyber Smart Week.

Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.

A global IT outage linked to Crowdstrike's software has caused widespread chaos, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity across key sectors.

A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.

Cloud4's strategic shift to cyber security boosts turnover by nearly 20 percent, reaching GBP £1.1 million for 2024. New products and partnerships fuel growth.

IriusRisk sees ARR soar by 51% in 2023, driven by AI-driven threat modelling solutions, strategic hires, and a strong focus on customer success.

Rapid7 partners with CSIT at Queens University Belfast to enhance cloud security using AI and ML, focusing on detecting risks and active threats.

Sophos achieves prestigious NCSC's CIR Level 2 status, solidifying its role as a trusted partner against escalating cyber threats like ransomware.

UK's National Cyber Security Centre warns of escalating threats to critical infrastructure from Russian state-aligned actors.

Smart devices, including phones and TVs, must now meet government-mandated cybersecurity standards in the United Kingdom.