National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
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The NCSC and FBI just issued a major alert over a state-backed hacker group – here’s what you need to know
News State-affiliated attackers are targeting individuals via spear-phishing techniques, according to the NCSC
By Emma Woollacott Published
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UK's data protection watchdog deepens cooperation with National Crime Agency
News The two bodies want to improve the support given to organizations experiencing cyber attacks and ransomware recovery
By Emma Woollacott Published
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The NCSC wants to know how your business is using honeypots to combat hackers
News The NCSC hopes to encourage the use of cyber deception techniques within the UK, across government and critical national infrastructure
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Why your business needs data protection policies
In-depth Why your company needs them, and what they should include
By David Howell Last updated
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What is ethical hacking? White hat hackers explained
In-depth As new threats emerge, ethical hacking can be a boon to any organization
By David Howell Last updated
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NCSC Active Cyber Defence 2.0 refresh looks to tailor services to the security market and threat landscape
News The NCSC plans to update its Active Cyber Defence program, introducing a refresh to keep the initiative up to date with the current threat landscape
By Solomon Klappholz Published
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What is the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and what does it do?
Explainer The NCSC plays a critical role in keeping the UK safe from cyber attacks, but can also help businesses get ahead of attacks through strategic changes
By Ross Kelly Published
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NCSC CTO says what everyone is thinking about software security
News UK tech firms are building secure software products, but the current state of the market means they're not fully rewarded for doing so
By Emma Woollacott Published
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What you need to know about the new NCSC ransomware guidance
News The new ransomware guidance from the NCSC has been developed in collaboration with major insurance bodies, and warns against paying up in the event of an attack
By Emma Woollacott Published
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What is hackbot as a service and are malicious LLMs a risk?
Explainer As threat actors begin to use malicious chatbots, hackbot as a service groups are helping affiliates launch tailored attacks via subscription
By Solomon Klappholz Published
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Security agencies warn of heightened threat to critical national infrastructure
News The NCSC and CISA say that pro-Russia hacktivists are targeting under-protected industrial control systems
By Emma Woollacott Published
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NCSC appoints new CEO
News Richard Horne will join the organisation from PwC, where he currently chairs the company's cyber security practice
By Emma Woollacott Published
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