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Responding to a cyber incident -a guide for CEOs

This guidance helps CEOs in public and private sector organisations manage a cyber incident. It sets out aspects to consider at the start of an incident and throughout it.

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Phishing – how to report to the NCSC

How to report a phishing email to the NCSC.

Scottish Cyber Coordination Centre – Vulnerability Coordination: Policy and Procedure

Outlines the policy and procedure for Scottish Cyber Coordination Centre (SC3) to alert and, where appropriate, coordinate responses from the Scottish public sector organisations, to cyber-attacks that exploit a previously unknown vulnerability.

Safe Internet Browsing

Police Scotland’s tips and advice on how to browse the internet safely.

Social Media

Police Scotland’s advice on what precautions you should take when sharing information on social networking websites.

The Strategic Framework for Cyber Resilient Scotland 2025 – 2030

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

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 […]