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Third Sector Bulletins UpdatesThe CyberScotland Third Sector Cyber Resilience Bulletin is designed to provide you with cyber related information for the third sector.
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Common Threats
- Critical PHP vulnerability was discovered that could allow attackers to take control of websites, SCVO published blog explaining how organisations can respond.
- National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warns of anticipated wave of software weaknesses, urging organisations to prepare for faster, more frequent updates.
- Cybercriminals continue to use phishing, exploit weak passwords and outdated software, basic cyber hygiene can help boost online safety at home and at work.
Organisations that are proactive in managing and handling threats can subscribe to regular reports here
Recent Incidents and Lessons Learned
- Beacon published its final report following the recent cyber security incident, highlighting the importance of supplier assurance and testing incident response.
- On the back of recent incidents, NCSC provided guidance for senior decision makers on reducing the risk of highly disruptive cyber attacks to help limit disruption.
- Digital leaders from Scotland’s charities met at Edinburgh Zoo in September to discuss cyber security, a key takeaway was the importance of backing up your data.
Awareness and Guidance
- NCSC recommends using passkeys instead of passwords, read their guidance to find out what this means and what you need to know.
- SCVO is hosting an online DigiShift on lessons from the Beacon cyber breach on Thursday 26th November (10-11am) for anyone who is interested.
- In October Scottish Government debated the strengthening of Scotland’s cyber resilience and relaunched Scottish Cyber Co-ordination Centre (SC3) website.
Up-to-date advice and support on third sector cyber resilience can be found here.
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