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Cyber Resilience: General Guidance

Information to help public bodies, businesses and third sector organisations improve their online security and protect against cyber threats.

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Individuals & Families

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

The 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 […]

Digital Footprint

Advice on creating a positive presence online. Young Scot explain what’s a digital footprint and why it matters?

ScotlandIS Clusters

Clusters promote economic growth through leveraging the innovation and business potential of a region; generating new employment opportunities, new products and services, new companies, new R&D activities and new patents. Find out more information about the clusters in Scotland.

Supply Chain Security Guidance

Proposing a series of 12 principles, designed to help you establish effective control and oversight of your supply chain.

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 […]