Category: Cybersecurity
UK Government plans to strengthen critical infrastructure with new cyber Bill
The UK government is set to introduce a new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill in order to enhance the cyber defences of critical infrastructure, including hospitals and energy suppliers. This initiative is part of the government's broader "Plan for Change," focused on bolstering security and promoting economic growth. The new bill will require approximately 1,000…
Cybersecurity faces talent shortage despite growing female interest
The escalating threat of cyberattacks, evidenced by recent breaches at major healthcare providers and online platforms, underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity. However, the industry faces a critical talent shortage, a challenge highlighted by a new study from Lithuanian NGO, Women Go Tech. Focusing on women in Central and Eastern Europe, the study reveals…
Britain named worst in Europe for malware attacks
The UK is the worst country in Europe for malware attacks, according to new data from NordVPN’s quarterly Threat Protection Report Google, Facebook, and Microsoft top list of most impersonated brands used by cybercriminals In 2024 NordVPN’s Threat Protection Pro blocked more than 669 million incidents of malware in Britain, with video hosting sites -…
Scam ads surge online – celebrity ‘endorsements’ and deep fakes to blame
Example of a celebrity scam ad featuring Stacey Solomon The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a warning about the rise of scam ads online, revealing key trends observed in 2024. The ASA's Scam Ad Alert system, in partnership with major online platforms, has been actively combating these deceptive ads,…
AI in the Wrong Hands: How Unregulated Technology Could Fuel Cybercrime
AI’s potential as a cybersecurity threat is being overlooked amid regulatory debates and innovation hype. As AI becomes more integrated into business operations, it also creates new vulnerabilities that existing security measures may not be prepared to handle. Aras Nazarovas of Cybernews reports... The recent AI summit in Paris pushed an optimistic vision of the technology’s potential,…
How to Check if a New Crypto Is Legit Before Investing
Photo by Jonas Leupe A new cryptocurrency can promise massive returns, but with scams and pump-and-dump schemes lurking, knowing how to separate a legitimate project from a risky one is essential. Many investors have lost money by jumping into hyped-up coins that vanish overnight. To avoid this, due diligence is crucial before putting any money…
Study exposes simple passwords fuelling data breaches
A new study by KnownHost has revealed the most easily hacked passwords, exposing a widespread vulnerability to cyberattacks. The research, which analyzed millions of breached records, found that simple numerical sequences like “123456” and “123456789” top the list of vulnerable passwords, highlighting a dangerous disregard for basic security practices. These two passwords alone have been…
UK data breach rate skyrockets: two accounts compromised every second
The UK ranks 9th globally with 57.3M breached accounts (previously 6th with 4.2M). The breach rate is 14 times higher than it was in 2023. 2 user accounts were breached in the UK every second throughout 2024. A new report from Surfshark reveals a dramatic surge in online account breaches in the UK during 2024.…
Teenagers targeted by scammers with tempting text offers
New research reveals that a quarter of British teens are falling victim to scam texts, with many lured in by enticing offers like fake job opportunities and exclusive deals. Virgin Media O2 reports blocking a staggering 168 million suspected fraudulent texts in the past two years, highlighting the growing threat to young people online. The…
UK users are neglecting app privacy, study finds
To coincide with Data Privacy Day on January 28, cybersecurity firm NordVPN unveils alarming trends in app usage habits. Over a quarter of Brits (28%) confess they blindly accept the terms of service for apps and online services. More than half (52%) admit to never reading policies on data collection and just under half (46%)…
