Cyber Scotland
The CyberScotland Bulletin will provide you with information about the latest cyber threats, scams, news and updates.
This months topics include:
• New Secure Summer campaign launched by CyberScotland Partnership
• NCSC update guidance for shopping and paying safely online
• New charity hub launched to support victims of cyber and fraud crime across Scotland
• World Social Media Day and more…
As the summer sun beckons and holiday plans take shape, the excitement of travel can sometimes overshadow the need for vigilance. Unfortunately, scammers are always on the lookout for unsuspecting travellers. From fake booking websites to phishing emails, these cyber threats can turn your dream holiday into a nightmare.
As you prepare for a summer holiday filled with adventure and relaxation, it’s essential to consider the security of your digital devices. From smartphones to laptops, these devices hold valuable personal information that can be vulnerable to cyber threats when you’re away from home.
Summer is a time for relaxation and adventure, but it can also be a prime opportunity for cyber criminals to strike. It’s important to stay vigilant of the potential cyber threats during the summer months to prevent your plans from being disrupted. This is why the CyberScotland Partnership has launched the “Secure Summer: bright days, safe ways” campaign.
The CyberScotland Technical Bulletin will provide you with information about updates, exploits and countermeasures.
• Microsoft Patch Tuesday
•Vulnerability in the Modern Events Calendar WordPress plugin
• RCE bug present in OpenSSH gives root privileges on Linux servers
Phishing is when criminals attempt to trick people into doing ‘the wrong thing’, such as clicking a link to a suspect website. Phishing can be conducted via a text message, social media, or by phone, but the term ‘phishing’ is mainly used to describe attacks that arrive by email.
This article breaks down some of the various phishing methods used by cyber criminals.
Scotland’s leading and most anticipated tech conference will return to the EICC on Thursday 26th September 2024. Join to hear from a fantastic range of speakers bringing future trends, opportunities and strategies that will ensure Scotland’s digital community continues to grow and prosper.
Every year on June 30th, we celebrate World Social Media Day! Established in 2010 by Mashable, Social Media Day is dedicated to recognising the impact that social media has had on global communication and connection. From staying in touch with loved ones to mobilising social movements, social media has fundamentally changed the way we interact with the world.
Now in its 10th year, Scotland’s largest annual cyber security summit will host a sister event in Glasgow, Scot-Secure West. The event brings together senior InfoSec personnel, IT leaders, academics, security researchers and law enforcement, providing a unique forum for knowledge exchange, discussion and high-level networking.
