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Cyber Threat Report: UK Charity Sector
The NCSC has launched a report for the UK Charity Sector.
This report is to help charities understand current cyber security threats, the extent to which the sector is affected and why they can be particularly vulnerable, and where charities can go for help. It includes case studies, including from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society, and lots of useful links to guidance, training and services which offer support.
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CyberScotland Week, 27th February – 5th March 2023
It’s less than 3 weeks to go until CyberScotland Week. Throughout the week, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of interactive sessions, workshops, and panel discussions led by experts in the industry.
Over 80 events have been confirmed so far, with topics ranging from managing your digital footprint, tackling fraud, understanding threats aimed at businesses and charities, and information about pursuing a career in cyber security.
Confirmed events include:
- Cyber Security 2023 Conference: in Glasgow, looking at government policy around digital security
- OT & IT Cyber Summit: in Aberdeen, for those working in the critical infrastructure centre
- Career Progression in Cyber: online, discussing the various career routes into cyber security
- CyberFirst Development Days: various locations, designed to increase understanding of the different specialisms within cyber security and equip girls with valuable, in-demand skills
- Cyber Security Basics: webinar, learn how the internet is continually evolving and how criminals can use this to their advantage.
- Cyber Threats to Charities: webinar, learn the reasons why a charity may be a target
This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your organisations to stay secure online and learn how you can protect yourself, protect your business and be more cyber aware.
Visit the CyberScotland Week website to view the full event listing and book your space.
Keep up to date on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn #CSW2023
CyberFirst Girls Competition
The CyberFirst Girls Competition is the NCSC’s flagship cyber security contest for schools, which opens annually to girls in S2 in Scotland. The competition final took place last weekend, with school girls across the country taking part.
The finalist worked in teams to crack cyber-related puzzles, with the top-scoring team in each home nation or region crowned the local champion. Thirteen teams around the country claimed victory at the finals with Stirling High School winning in Scotland. The winners from each region will be invited to a dinner and celebration day taking place later this year.
The top 3 Scottish schools were:
- 1st Place – Stirling High School
- 2nd Place – Hyndland Secondary School
- 3rd Place – Douglas Academy
The competition aims to inspire girls to consider pursuing careers in cyber security, as currently female representation in the sector is low, with women accounting for just 22% of the UK’s cyber workforce.
The CyberFirst programme offers a range of free opportunities aimed at offering young people the skills, opportunities and exposure they need to thrive in cyber security.
Safe Online Dating
The majority of accounts on dating websites are genuine people looking for romance, but fraudsters have been known to target those looking for love.
You could be at risk of falling victim to romance fraud. This is when your date uses the illusion of a friendship or relationship in an attempt to gain your trust so they can try to manipulate you, usually for financial gain.
Get Safe Online has shared some advice on dating online with safety and confidence.
You can read our blog on Romance Fraud for additional practical advice on how to keep yourself and your bank account and savings protected whilst meeting people online.
Training and Webinars / Events
Public and Third Sector Cyber Roadshow, SBRC
Scottish Business Resilience Centre (SBRC) is delivering a series of events for public and third-sector organisations across the country.
These events will focus on discussing some key cyber security topics you and your organisation or charity should be considering for 2023. Everything discussed will tie in with additional resources available and will help you fully utilise these within your organisation or charity. Each event will be in person giving everyone an excellent chance of networking with others working within the public and third sector with an interest in cyber security.
Book for an upcoming event
NCSC Digital Loft: Updating the Cyber Essentials technical requirements for 2023
The NCSC and its Cyber Essentials delivery partner, IASME, have announced that the technical requirements for Cyber Essentials will be updated in April.
This annual update aims to ensure that organisations with Cyber Essentials continue to guard against the vast majority of common cyber attacks.
To coincide with the publication of the refreshed requirements, NCSC will be hosting a deep dive session on the technical changes on the 14th of March 2023.
Register today to get a preview of the changes and make sure you have all the info you need before the update goes live in April.
You can register here for the 14th March.
