The Latest Breaking News from National Cyber Security Centre

Science Secretary ‘confident’ data laws mean public can continue to use TikTok

TikTok has been banned on federal government devices in the US.

The Independent UK · Mar 15, 2023

UK has not ruled out a full ban on TikTok, minister says

Decision will be based on ‘risks’ and ‘threats’ posed by Chinese-owned app

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023

UK government minister doesn't rule out TikTok ban over security fears

Tom Tugendhat confirmed that he is waiting for a review from the National Cyber Security Centre after concerns were raised about TikTok's links to China

Manchester Evening News · Mar 14, 2023

Security minister does not rule out full TikTok ban as he orders cyber review

Tom Tugendhat said he is awaiting a review from the National Cyber Security Centre before deciding on the ‘hugely important question’.

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2023

Liaison review – Eva Green’s spy thriller is a total mess of a TV show

This multilingual drama is a weird jumble in which post-Brexit Britain gets cyber-attacked. Its plot is convoluted, its dialogue baffling and its romantic segments hammy

The Guardian - UK · Feb 24, 2023

HMRC warns of tax-refund scam email tricking people into disclosing personal information

A scam email has been circulating, tricking Britons into thinking they are owed an early tax rebate.

Evening Standard · Feb 22, 2023

Major hack at Virgin Media Television in Ireland ‘contained and terminated’

Minister of State Ossian Smyth said the matter is being investigated by the National Cyber Security Centre.

The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023

Royal Mail overseas post badly disrupted after cyber incident

Company asks customers not to send international parcels and letters as it informs security authorities

The Guardian - UK · Jan 11, 2023

National Cyber Security Centre chief urges businesses to test resilience

Up to 90% of incidents in the UK could be prevented through basic ‘cyber hygiene’ improvements

Insider UK · Oct 28, 2022

Rogue states could try to cast doubt on Tory online vote, experts say

Cybersecurity specialists raise concern over potential for claims about integrity of leadership ballot

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2022