#IASMECyberAssurance is available in 2 levels: 👉 IASME Cyber Assurance Level 1 is risk based & includes key aspects of #security. 👉 IASME Cyber Assurance Level 2 involves an independent #audit of your processes, procedures & controls. Find out more ➡️ iasme.co.uk/iasme-cyber-as…

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 03 March 2023 Find out more about Defence Intelligence: ow.ly/CfNk50N7SzV

NEW: We’ve published the fourth UK GDPR certification scheme. ‘“Provision of Training and Qualifications Services’” is aimed at training and qualification service providers. Learn more about the scheme and our wider work on certification: ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/…

John Edwards, Information Commissioner, on the reintroduction of the Data Protection & Digital Information Bill to Parliament on 08 March, and how our #ICO25 strategy will benefit the people and organisations of the UK.  Read his full IAPP speech: ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/…

Apple fixes recently disclosed WebKit zero-day on older iPhones dlvr.it/SlZGRk

NEW: We have issued NHS Highland with a reprimand for a serious data breach involving people accessing HIV services: ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/…

⚠️ALERT: Criminals are targeting WhatsApp users by posing as a friend and asking for a security code. ❌Never share your WhatsApp activation code with anyone. Read the full alert here: actionfraud.police.uk/alert/warning-…

There's been a lot of discussion and claims about our test of the Emergency Alerts 🚨📱system on Sunday at 3pm. Here's some important information you need to know 👇

🚨 Today, on the eve of #CYBERUK23, the UK and US have issued a joint advisory to help organisations counter malicious activity used by Russian cyber actors to exploit poorly maintained Cisco routers 🚨 ncsc.gov.uk/news/uk-and-us…

We strongly encourage organisations to ensure the latest security updates are applied to their routers and to follow our mitigation advice. ncsc.gov.uk/news/apt28-exp…

UK warns of attacks from new ‘Wagner-like’ Russian cyber hackers dlvr.it/Smj63Q

Ransomware (up 7%) became our most reported cyber security incident in 2022-2023. Last year we reminded The Law Society members that they should NOT advise clients to pay ransomware demands should they experience a cyber attack. Read our letter in full: ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/…

NEW: We have issued a statement on the Capita incident.

Hook, line and sinker! 🎣 Do you know how to identify a scam email, text message or website? Find out how to spot a phishing attempt and how to report it with the NCSC UK ➡️ ncsc.gov.uk/collection/phi…

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📱 Keep your online devices safe with our guidance on device security for small businesses 🛡️ Our advice covers best practice for securing smartphones, tablets, and computers ⤵️ ncsc.gov.uk/collection/dev…

Received an email which you’re not quite sure about? Is it asking you to login to your account, or maybe to "confirm" your payment details? If you are suspicious, you should report it by forwarding the email to: [email protected] #CyberProtect

Follow our 10 Steps to better cyber security. Check them out on our site. ncsc.gov.uk/collection/10-…

Facing a heightened cyber threat? Here's what to do. ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/actio…

Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, but so are our defences. 🛡️ The NCSC’s latest guidance emphasises the importance of a multi-layered approach to thwart phishing attempts and protect your organisation's sensitive data. ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/phish…