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Cyber Aware Action Plan

Learn how to protect yourself or your small business online with the Cyber Aware Action Plan. Answer a few questions on topics like passwords and two-factor authentication, and get a free personalised list of actions that will help you improve your cyber security.

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Digital Rights

5Rights are the rights that young people have already been promised in the offline world. The 5Rights campaign is about making sure we can also be supported by them in the digital world. These 5Rights are for those under 18 […]

Cyber Awareness Videos

Cyber and Fraud Centre – Scotland’s ethical hackers have produced a number of cyber security explainer videos.

The Strategic Framework for a Cyber Resilient Scotland

This Framework sets out Scotland’s vision for a cyber resilient Scotland and includes refreshed action plans.

CSPST: Guidance for buyers

Guidance for buyers on embedding use of Cyber Security Procurement Support Tool into the procurement process.

How to get cyber essentials certified IASME

NCSC Cyber Essentials Partner the IASME consortium can help your organisation undertake Cyber Essentials certification or if you want to know how you can become a Certification Body.

Student online safety guide 2025

Police Scotland shares advice for students on how to stay safe online. Common frauds that students are experiencing today can range from the more recognisable face-to-face to those carried out by someone anonymously online. This guide will equip you with […]