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Ofcom cracks down on mobile network loophole used to intercept text messages

The regulator said a technical loophole in mobile networks could allow criminals to intercept security codes being sent to mobile users via SMS.

The Independent UK

Spyware accessing phone audio and cameras for data ‘of use to China’, NCSC warns

Spyware accessing phone audio and cameras for data ‘of use to China’, NCSC warns

The apps inside legitimate software in a technique known as trojanising, cyber experts warn.

The Independent UK

New laws to require firms to boost cyber security defences

New laws to require firms to boost cyber security defences

Ministers have set out the first proposals for the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, which is due to be introduced to Parliament later this year.

The Independent UK

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NCSC gets influencers to sing the praises of 2FA

The NCSC wants to spread the messsage about 2FA through the power of social media.

UK cybersecurity agency warns over risk of quantum hackers

Organisations including energy and transport firms told to guard systems against powerful new computers

The Guardian - UK

Rental fraud warning issued to young adults preparing to move home this spring

Home Office ministers are urging people to avoid being rushed into a quick decision or handing over cash without viewing a property first.

The Independent UK

"Anti-Dalit mentality": Rahul Gandhi targets centre over NCSC two key posts lying vacant for over a year

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition (Lok Sabha) Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Centre for its inaction, accusing them of harboring an "anti-Dalit mentality" over the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) two key posts lying vacant for over a year. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Southern Water denies claims it offered $750,000 ransom to ransomware hackers

Southern Water denies claims it offered $750,000 ransom to ransomware hackers

However leaked chat logs and other sources suggest the two parties agreed on a payment.

What to do if your social media accounts are hacked

What to do if your social media accounts are hacked

Having your social media hacked can be a daunting experience

The Independent UK

Russian hackers target WhatsApp accounts of ministers worldwide

Russian hackers target WhatsApp accounts of ministers worldwide

FSB-linked Star Blizzard attempts to lure email recipients to click on QR code that gives attackers access to account

The Guardian - UK

‘Millions’ in taxpayer money paid to cyber criminals in recent years – minister

‘Millions’ in taxpayer money paid to cyber criminals in recent years – minister

Dan Jarvis said the problem was ‘extensive’ and thousands could have been paid without the Government knowing.

Evening Standard

Proposals aim to protect UK infrastructure from ransomware

Proposals aim to protect UK infrastructure from ransomware

The Home Office is to consult on new ways to protect the public sector and others from ransomware attacks.

The Independent UK

‘Broader and deeper’ online risk to UK from criminals and state-backed hackers

‘Broader and deeper’ online risk to UK from criminals and state-backed hackers

The head of the National Cyber Security Centre, Richard Horne, said the reliance on technology meant the risk from attack was greater.

Evening Standard

UK is being hit by more cyberattacks than ever before, NCSC warns

UK is being hit by more cyberattacks than ever before, NCSC warns

Attacks are increasing, and targeting a wide variety of industries, report warns.

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The Independent UK

Russia and China exploiting UK’s technology dependence to cause ‘maximum destruction’, GCHQ warns

The NCSC’s annual report shows a threefold increase in the most serious cyber incidents affecting the UK in 2023-24

The Guardian - UK

UK underestimates threat of cyber-attacks from hostile states and gangs, says security chief

New head of National Cyber Security Centre to warn of risk to infrastructure in first major speech

The Independent UK

Cyber risk facing UK being ‘widely underestimated’, security chief warns

National Cyber Security Centre chief Richard Horne will warn of the dangers posed by countries including Russia and China as well as online criminals.

Beware of Black Friday frenzy – UK issues an "urgent alert" as shopping scams surge

Brits lost over £11.5 million in online shopping scams in 2023. Here's all you need to know to avoid shopping scams this Black Friday.

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Hackers are spreading QR code malware through...the post?

Infostealing malware app spread via posted QR codes, and it has access to more than 380 Android apps.

The Guardian - UK

Black Friday turning into Black Fraud Day, says UK cybersecurity chief

Criminals using AI to trick shoppers as data shows more than £11.5m lost to fraud during festive period last year

The Independent UK

Cyber security chief warns Black Friday shoppers to be alert to scams

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has called on shoppers to take additional steps to protect themselves from fraud.

Sophos Firewall hack on government network used an all-new custom malware

Pygmy Goat is a brand new Linux-based backdoor, experts warn.

Evening Standard

Cyber attack crashes city council website with other UK authorities targeted

Portsmouth City Council said it had been hit by a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack by a group named NoName057(16).

Evening Standard

Scouts to learn cybersecurity skills as part of Digital Citizen Badge

The Scouts has created four new activities as part of the badge with the help of the National Cyber Security Centre.

The Independent UK

UK cyber chiefs warn organisations to be aware of new Russian web attack tactics

Government bodies, tech companies and financial institutions are among those Russia’s foreign intelligence service are pursuing, advice warns.

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