Instagram Security Alert After 17.5M User Data Exposure — Why Reset Emails Raised Alarms
Instagram users were left worried of a security breach and data exposure following receipt of unsolicited multiple password reset emails
Anna Katrina Sevilla Jan 12, 2026
Public WiFi Can Expose Your Identity in Minutes, Security Expert Reveals
Connecting to public Wi-Fi can be convenient, but it comes with risks, particularly for your personal data.
Anna Katrina Sevilla Dec 19, 2025
Are VPNs Putting Your Bank Accounts at Risk? Alarms Raised as UK Accounts Mysteriously Emptied
The alarming rate of stolen bank accounts online urged cyber security experts to warn against VPN use.
Shiena Iane B Enerio Oct 09, 2025
Marks & Spencer Hit by Cyberattack: Online Orders Back, But Who Else Is Under Threat?
Marks and Spencer restart online order system after cyber security breach. What other companies recently fell to cyber attacks?
Ben LeGrand Jun 10, 2025
AI Regulation Should Focus On Business Applications, Not Just Technological Ambitions – Cybersecurity Expert
Many believe the technology will become the silver bullet propelling the world into a golden age of human productivity.
Daniel Lee Dec 06, 2024
Can Businesses Truly Achieve Early Data Leak Detection?
In the current business landscape, data leaks remain one of the biggest threats to companies. Can they be prevented through early detection?
Alex Rivers Dec 02, 2024
Artificial Intelligence to Amplify Global Ransomware Threat, Warns UK Government Agency
The NCSC has warned that AI integration in cyber operations will likely intensify the global ransomware threat in the next two years, as per a new report.
Pragati Singh Jan 26, 2024
UK Government’s Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Bolsters Global Security with Record Investments
The CSSF, led by the Cabinet Office, addresses threats to UK national security emanating from overseas, focusing on conflict, transnational threats and hostile state activities.
Pragati Singh Jan 19, 2024
Cybersecurity Agencies Warn of Growing DPRK State-Linked Cyber Attacks via Software Supply Chains
The advisory details the sophisticated techniques and tactics employed by DPRK state-linked hackers in carrying out software supply chain attacks, urging organizations worldwide to enhance their cybersecurity measures.
Pragati Singh Nov 28, 2023
New Variant of Agent Tesla Malware Utilises ZPAQ Compression Format in Targeted Cyber Attacks
G Data malware analyst Anna Lvova highlighted the distinctive nature of ZPAQ, citing its superior compression ratio and journaling functionality compared to more commonly used formats like ZIP and RAR.
Pragati Singh Nov 22, 2023
Ransomware Attack on World’s Largest Bank Disrupts US Treasury Market
ICBC Financial Services released a statement acknowledging the ransomware attack, noting that certain systems were affected.
Pragati Singh Nov 10, 2023
Major Cybersecurity Breach at Johnson Controls Sparks National Security Concerns
Johnson Controls, headquartered in Cork, Ireland, formerly founded in Milwaukee, experienced a significant cybersecurity incident suspected to be ransomware, with details undisclosed.
Pragati Singh Sep 29, 2023
Cybercriminals are adopting a ‘ransomware as a service’ model
A recent report demonstrates how cybercriminals’ victims are primarily chosen opportunistically, rather than being specifically targeted.
Pragati Singh Sep 13, 2023
NCSC warns of chatbot vulnerabilities, urging holistic security approach
The UK’s NCSC has warned about chatbot vulnerability to manipulation by hackers through “prompt injection” attacks, highlighting risks to data security and necessitating comprehensive defence strategies.
Pragati Singh Aug 31, 2023
NCSC launches expanded Cyber Incident Response Scheme to enhance cybersecurity support
UK’s NCSC enhances Cyber Incident Response (CIR) scheme, empowering companies to offer high-quality response services.
Pragati Singh Aug 22, 2023
UK Electoral Commission faces backlash over delayed disclosure of massive voter data breach
UK Electoral Commission faces backlash over delayed disclosure of cyber breach exposing personal data of 40 million voters, prompting scrutiny of data protection measures.
Pragati Singh Aug 15, 2023
Barts Health NHS Trust faces ransomware threats from Russian organisation BlackCat
BlackCat issued a threat to Barts Trust, stating that the organisation had three days to establish contact regarding the cyber attack and data theft.
Pragati Singh Jul 17, 2023
Record number of people in the UK apply for Upskill in Cyber programme
The UK government-backed Upskill in Cyber programme receives a record number of applicants, offering free cybersecurity training to diverse candidates nationwide.
Pragati Singh Jul 12, 2023
Can the new NCSC’s Active Cyber Defence programme enhance the UK’s cybersecurity?
The NCSC’s Active Cyber Defence programme focuses on transparency, automation, and collaboration to tackle evolving cyber threats and enhance cybersecurity resilience in the UK.
Pragati Singh Jul 10, 2023
Businesses report record number of suspicious emails and URLs in 2022
A new report reveals a record-breaking 7.1 million suspicious emails and websites reported to authorities in 2022 – equivalent to one every five seconds.
Pragati Singh Jul 07, 2023
Only 30% of businesses have board members responsible for cybersecurity
UK government publishes cybersecurity breach survey highlighting declining cyber hygiene measures and the need for improved incident response and prioritisation of cybersecurity.
Pragati Singh Jun 21, 2023
Lockbit ransomware still poses persistent threat to businesses, warn international agencies
The UK and international agencies issue advisory warnings about the ongoing threat from Lockbit ransomware, the most deployed variant globally in 2022.
Pragati Singh Jun 20, 2023
British Airways, BBC and Boots among affected companies exposed by data breach
Multiple companies, including British Airways, BBC and Boots, have suffered a data breach, exposing confidential information and personal data.
Pragati Singh Jun 14, 2023
NCSC teams up with CREST as first delivery partner for expanding scope of cyber incident response
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) plans to launch the Cyber Incident Response Level 2 scheme, inviting incident response providers to join. CREST will serve as the first delivery partner for the expanded initiative, following the success of the Cyber Advisor program.
Pragati Singh Jun 14, 2023
Cyber leaders and experts meet in Estonia to address security challenges
The Cyber Commanders’ Forum and the Cyber Conference (CyCon) 2023 brought together leaders and experts from across the world to address cybersecurity challenges.
Jake Pike Jun 12, 2023
New ‘state-of-the-art’ 5,000 square feet cyber security lab opens in Cheltenham
“State-of-the-art” cyber security lab opens in Cheltenham, with a primary focus on testing the vulnerability of vehicles, private jets, aircraft engines and industrial system exposures against cyber attacks.
Pragati Singh Jun 08, 2023
British Cybersecurity Agency urges vigilance as major companies fall victim to software hack
BBC, British Airways and other firms face potential data breaches as the Clop ransomware group exploits a vulnerability in popular file transfer software.
Pragati Singh Jun 07, 2023
New cyber security playbook launched to assist local authorities develop ‘connected places’ safely
The Department for Science, Technology and Innovation have announced the release of new guidance to help local authorities practice cyber security in the development of “connected places”.
Jake Pike Jun 07, 2023
Small businesses face high costs from increasing rates of cyber attacks
With cyber-attacks on the increase, small businesses cannot afford to be complacent about their cyber security measures, with high costs to pay in the event of data breaches.
Jake Pike Apr 20, 2023
Small businesses revealed to no longer prioritise cyber security measures
With 2023’s UK Government Cyber Breaches Survey showing that small businesses are not prioritising cyber security, John Davis has given his expert opinion.
Ziyad Jamal Apr 19, 2023
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