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This guidance helps small to medium sized organisations deal with businessemail compromise (BEC). It provides actions to help businesses reduce thelikelihood of being affected by BEC, and includes steps to take if you think yourorganisation has already been compromised.
Read more Business email compromise: defending your organisation in modal dialogChild protection means protecting a child from abuse or neglect, which may cause significant harm. Police Scotland has some advice and information on how to report child abuse or neglect.
Read more Child Protection in modal dialogThis guide offers a clear overview of how cryptocurrencies function, explains why they are attractive to fraudsters and sets out the common types of scams (such as investment schemes, imposter frauds and romance scams) that misuse crypto‑assets. It includes practical […]
Read more Cryptocurrency Scam Guidance in modal dialogAugust’s Cyberbyte contains valuable links to our trusted partners, raising awareness of online safety and just as importantly, measures that can be put in place to mitigate risk and keep safe online. On the return to school, many youngsters will […]
Read more Cyberbyte – August 2025 in modal dialogThis month’s CyberByte focuses on a growing online threat linked to our increasing reliance on digital wallets – often referred to as digital pickpocketing. As our lives become ever more connected, the convenience of storing payment cards, tickets and identification […]
Read more CyberByte – November 2025 in modal dialogThis month’s CyberByte focuses on a growing online threat linked to our increasing reliance on digital wallets – often referred to as “digital pickpocketing.” As our lives become more digitally connected, the convenience of storing payment cards, tickets and IDs […]
Read more CyberByte – October 2025 in modal dialogThis month’s CyberByte is focused on a type of online Blackmail, referred to as sextortion, which is when a cybercriminal threatens to reveal or create sensitive or embarrassing information about the victim unless the victim meets their demands. This places the victim under […]
Read more CyberByte – September 2025 in modal dialogNational coverage providing expertise and specialist support to Local Policing and other departments. This includes technical assistance in the examination and analysis of digital devices. Both departments provide specialist support for National Online Child Abuse Protection (NOCAP) investigations, work closely […]
Read more Cybercrime Investigations and Digital Forensics in modal dialogThe guide explains what a data breach is – when personal or sensitive information is accessed, lost or disclosed without authorisation – and how it might affect you. It then outlines clear steps you can take if your details have […]
Read more Data Breach Guidance in modal dialogThis guide explains how scammers use email, texts, and phone calls to steal personal or financial information. It highlights common tactics, warning signs and practical steps to protect yourself, helping readers recognise and respond to these everyday cyber threats.
Read more Guide to Phishing, Smishing and Vishing Scams in modal dialogTop tips to follow to avoid falling victim to holiday fraud.
Read more Holiday Fraud in modal dialogPolice Scotland’s advice and tips on how to keep yourself and your children safe online.
Read more Keep Secure Online in modal dialog