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Cybercrime Investigations and Digital Forensics

National 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 with our Internet Investigations Unit (IIU) and support the Safer Communities department in delivery of safety, prevention and resilience advice to the public.

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Individuals & Families

The NCSC’s cyber security advice to protect you and your family, and the technology you rely on.

CyberByte – October 2025

This 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 […]

SIM Swap Guidance

This guide explains how criminals can hijack your mobile phone number by tricking your provider into switching your service to a SIM card under their control. Once they have your number, they can intercept calls and texts – including the […]

Report a Cyber Incident

An online tool to report a cyber incident to the NCSC.

CyberByte – September 2025

This 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 […]

Public Sector

Cyber security guidance for public sector organisations employees.