CyberScotland Bulletin

Third Sector Cyber Resilience Bulletin August-October 2025

According to this year’s Data Health Check the greatest challenge over the next five years will be AI-led cyber threats, prepare now by going back to pen and paper.

Recent research reveals UK is now third most targeted country in the world with criminals increasingly targeting everyday internet users, remember don’t take the bait.

Millions in UK at risk of cyber attack as Windows 10 software no longer supported, if you are currently unable to update check out Microsoft’s extended security update.

Organisations that are proactive in managing and handling threats can subscribe to regular reports here

BT warns UK SMEs are primary targets for hackers due to lack of training, this quarter SCVO’s cyber awareness campaign prompts us to keep devices up to date.
Cyber attacks continue to rise (Jaguar Land Rover, Kido Schools, Jeremy Clarkson’s Pub), help keep your organisation safe online with free expert cyber support.
At our first cyber catalyst event we discussed recent cyber attacks and how it’s more lessons identified than lessons learned, boards need to make space for cyber.

SCVO continue to rollout Helping the Third Sector Stay Safe Online sessions with future events planned in Dundee, Dunfermline and Elgin.

To help protect against cyber criminals NCSC recently launched free Cyber Action Toolkit for smaller businesses andCyber Assessment Framework v4.0 for larger.

SCVO responded to the Criminal Justice Committee’s examination of the challenges facing businesses/vulnerable individuals in Scotland from risks of cyber crime.

Up-to-date advice and support on third sector cyber resilience can be found here.

Report cyber crime to Police Scotland by calling 101 & via OSCR concern form