Tag: National Cyber Security Centre
MP’s X account targeted in crypto scam
Lucy Powell, the Leader of the House of Commons, has become the latest high-profile figure to fall victim to a social media hack, with her X account being compromised to […]
UK sees surge in QR code ‘Quishing’ scams, Action Fraud reports
A stark warning has been issued regarding a dramatic increase in “quishing” scams, where fraudsters use malicious QR codes to deceive victims. Experts reveal that organised crime gangs are increasingly […]
Tech Digest daily roundup: Donald Trump allowed back onto Facebook
Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts will be reinstated after a two-year suspension following the 6 January insurrection. Facebook parent Meta said in a blog post on Wednesday it would be […]
What caused Labour Party cyber attack?
The Labour Party has experienced a “sophisticated and large-scale cyber attack” on its digital platforms, which was later revealed to be a DDoS attack. DDoS – or distributed denial-of-service – […]
Basic passwords like 123456 still used – cyber security chief
Easy-to-guess passwords like 123456 remain in use despite repeated warnings, according to a senior UK cyber security chief. Chris Ensor, deputy director for cyber skills and growth at the National […]
Forensics firm Eurofins Scientific targeted in cyber-attack
A criminal probe has been launched into a cyber-attack on Eurofins Scientific, one of the main scientific firms used by UK police to carry out forensic work. The company, which […]
Does Huawei provide a UK security threat? Key Questions Answered
US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aimed at restricting Chinese firm Huawei from entering the country’s communications networks. Here is a look at why the decision was […]
New rules could require security labels for connected devices
Smart TVs and other connected devices could be made to carry labels telling people how secure they are from cyber attacks, under plans announced by the Government. The labels would […]
GCHQ chief indicates support for Huawei involvement in UK’s 5G network
| A British intelligence chief – GCHQ director Jeremy Fleming – has indicated support for Huawei involvement in building the UK’s 5G network. Reports have suggested Theresa May has opened the […]
Five Eyes intelligence members to share stage in UK for first time
Members of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance are to share a stage in the UK for the first time. UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand representatives will meet at […]
