The Rise of Cyber Security in Retail
Following the COVID pandemic, the UK has seen an acceleration in online retail, and as retailers continuously work to develop in-store and online technology, there has been an inevitable and significant increase in data breaches for the sector, mainly due to flaws and vulnerabilities in payment systems. Not only can cyber attacks cause major disruption for businesses, in some instances resulting in temporary or even permanent closure, an attack can also expose customers’ personal data – resulting in hefty fines, penalties, […]
Leading UK Roofing Firm Falls Victim to Major Cyber Attack
Eurocell, a leading PVC-U roofing products manufacturer and distributor, has suffered a major cyber attack in the past few days that led to a third-party gaining access to confidential data. It has been reported that employees were contacted by the firm to inform them that data belonging to employees – including contracts, personal information, bank details, and other confidential information – had been […]
Keep Your Devices Up to Date to Reduce Cyber Security Risks
Keeping your cyber security in tip-top shape is more than just protecting passwords and maintaining reliable backups, it’s important that you ensure your devices stay updated. System updates may seem like a chore and can take up a lot of your precious time, but it’s crucial that you keep firmware up to date to avoid cyber criminals taking […]
A Focus on Manufacturing
Smart factories – a cyber crime hotspot? Smart factories are becoming an increasingly popular target for cyber attacks according to arecent survey from Capgemini, a global leader in technology services and digital transformation. Smart factories are focused on a range of technologies which aim to improve output efficiency and quality through advanced/automated production cycles. But, as with any level of digitalisation, it comes with risks – most notably […]
Cyber Security: A Look Through the Ages
While computers are constantly evolving, many attack types and techniques remain a constant. The NEBRC was recently contacted by someone who worked on IBM computers back in the 1980s, to share a story with us regarding an attempt at unauthorised access to the system. This individual was trying to gain access to the IBM by “repeatedly guessing at the logon password […]
Car Insurance Social Media Scams Threaten Victims With Driving Bans
The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has warned that drivers are being targeted by car insurance scamson social media. Learners and recently passed drivers are being urged to watch out for fake car insurance deals online. Cyber criminals are reportedly pretending to be legitimate insurance brokers, offering cheap and fake policies to young drivers online – a scam known as “ghost broking.” The IFB warned that new drivers could be […]
NEBRC Core Membership Journey
We have recently launched a new, eight step infographic for our Core Members so that they can gain a better insight into what their membership holds, and what to expect from joining us. Our aim is to help businesses better understand the issues and implement some necessary steps for ongoing business resilience. We know that […]
NEBRC Launches New Free 24/7 Cyber Response Service
NEBRC has announced the launch a completely free 24/7 emergency response service for any business or individual who finds themselves under a cyber attack. Expertise is now only a phone call away with selected Expert Partners available to offer free, initial support that could help to lessen the impact of a cyber attack from the outset. NEBRC Director Supt Rebecca Chapman explained: “We are aware […]
Ransomware Warning for Educational Institutions
A Russian ‘ransom-are-as-service’ gang, known as Hive, has demanded £500,000 from two sixth-form colleges in Bedfordshire, under threat of leaking stolen confidential data online. Parents of pupils were contacted directly by members of the ransomware group who warned that their children’s personal information, including addresses, bank details, and medical records, would be leaked online if the Wootton Academy Trust fails […]
UK Charities More Vulnerable Than Private and Public Sector to Cyber Security Breaches
According to the latest Government research charities are lagging behind their private and public sector counterparts when it comes to understanding cyber security. The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Report (2023) into Cyber security skills in the UK labour market included input from a range of cyber security managers representing charities, businesses and public sector organisations. But just 62% of charity tech leads believe their senior managers […]