CyberScotland Summit 2023 welcomed a sell-out 250 delegates to Edinburgh in the final week of European Cyber Security Month. Based around the themes of collaboration, diversity and cyber resilience, delegates heard from a stellar line up of speakers covering everything from a global perspective on the threats, and opportunities, of advancing AI technology to how we can work together to encourage more young people into the cyber security arena from the earliest stage
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In today’s digital world, cyber threats are a constant threat to businesses and organisations of all sizes and sectors. A cyber security incident response plan is a crucial tool for effectively managing and mitigating the impact of cyber attacks.
Exercise in a Box is an online tool from the NCSC which helps organisations test and practise their response to a cyber attack. It is completely free, and you don’t have to be an expert to use it. The service provides exercises based on the main cyber threats, which your organisation can do in your own time, in a safe environment, as often as you want.
The National Cyber Security Center has recently launched the latest phase of the Cyber Aware campaign, aiming to increase cyber resilience UK-wide by promoting the uptake of two key protective behaviours around the online festive shopping period.
Delivered by CyberScotland partner Skills Development Scotland (SDS), the national skills agency, along with a wide range of local and national partners, Scottish Careers Week will feature events and activities to help people of all ages explore, understand and manage their career choices, and the services and resources available to support them.
Charities can receive discounted cyber essentials certification during IASME’S Charity Cyber Essentials Awareness Fortnight (6th – 17th November 2023.)
The CyberScotland Bulletin will provide you with information about the latest cyber threats, scams, news and updates.
This months topics include:
• CyberScotland Summit 2023
•”The Bongles” a first-of-its-kind cyber book for children
•NCSC publish new principles for cloud backup security
• Record ransomware levels recorded in September and more…
Critical Approaches to Securing the New Edge: Learn how to address the network and security challenges associated with hybrid working at this free (for those working in the public or third sectors) in-person breakfast briefing.
DIGIT Expo is the largest annual technology event in Scotland. Attendees will experience live keynotes, interactive workshops, a bustling exhibition hall and a networking area. It is a must-attend for senior technologists, digital innovators and IT leaders.