The Latest Breaking News from the National Cyber Security Centre

What does the London NHS hospitals data theft mean for patients?

Qilin stole information relating to 300m interactions with the NHS, which could be used in future scams

The Guardian - UK · Jun 21, 2024

Deepfakes are here and can be dangerous, but ignore the alarmists – they won’t harm our elections

Although we can’t be complacent about digital interference in our democracy, this new wave of hysteria is not the answer, says Ciaran Martin, the former chief executive of the National Cyber Security Centre

The Guardian - UK · Jun 11, 2024

Ransomware computer attack on London hospitals still 'critical' incident with operations cancelled

An update reveals that operations are still being cancelled after the cyber attack

Evening Standard · Jun 6, 2024

Tory MPs urge tougher action on China after cyber-attacks

Senior Tories say ministers not holding China to account after Beijing targeted elections watchdog and politicians

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2024

British Library did the right thing by not paying cybercriminals

Letter: Every ransom paid gives criminals the message that cyber-attacks work and that it’s worth doing again, says Felicity Oswald of the National Cyber Security Centre

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2024

House of Lords Report Urges UK Government to Reevaluate AI Safety Focus

The NCSC pointed out the current exploitation of AI in malicious cyber activities and the anticipated amplification of cyberattacks, particularly in the realm of ransomware.

International Business Times UK · Feb 5, 2024

AI will make scam emails look genuine, UK cybersecurity agency warns

NCSC says generative AI tools will soon allow amateur cybercriminals to launch sophisticated phishing attacks

The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024

UK and US Develop New Global Guidelines for AI In An Attempt To Raise The Cybersecurity Levels

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) drew up the Guidelines for Secure AI System Development with help from industry experts and 21 other international agencies and ministries.

International Business Times UK · Nov 28, 2023

British Library confirms ransomware cyber attack has crippled services

An investigation has been launched with the support of the National Cyber Security Centre and Metropolitan Police

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2023

British Library suffering major technology outage after cyber-attack

Access to the website and services at its sites in London and Yorkshire are unavailable, the library said

The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023