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We are the National Cyber Security Centre – part of the UK’s intelligence & cyber agency GCHQ. We help to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.

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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 12h
If you are a customer of ASOS and concerned about your personal data being impacted by a cyber incident they are investigating, visit the NCSC website for actions to take: www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/incident-affec…
“The unauthorised notification sent out to ASOS customers has brought into the light how cyber incidents do not simply affect big business but can have repercussions for individuals much more widely too.
 
“Individuals who received the notification should not click on any suspicious links and should stay vigilant to suspicious messages that may seek to take advantage of news of the breach.
 
“If you are worried about your personal data being impacted, we recommend following the advice set out at ncsc.gov.uk to help stay safe online.”
 
NCSC CEO Richard Horne
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 05/10/2026
Tired of juggling complex passwords? Passkeys are faster, simpler and keep your accounts more secure. Boost your cyber resilience this #CyberMonth2026 by switching to passkeys where available. Find out more🔍 www.ncsc.gov.uk/passkeys
Do you want to use a secure passkey? Yes, simplify my login. Passkeys provide simpler sign-ins.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 01/10/2026
“It’s the who’s who of the industry.” Put your organisation at the heart of #CYBERUK27. The deadline for key content applications is 7 October. Apply now: www.cyberuk.uk/2027/exhibition 📍11-13 May 2027, Liverpool Experience Campus
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 01/10/2026
It's Cyber Security Awareness Month! This October, seize the opportunity to build strong cyber foundations to assist you with staying safe online.
Cyber Security Awareness Month: Strong Cyber Foundations
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 24/09/2026
Over 20,000 UK organisations are already signed up to free malicious activity notifications from the NCSC.🔔 Early Warning offers potentially invaluable time to detect and respond to cyber incidents on your network before they escalate. Sign up today⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/acti...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 23/09/2026
How can leaders create environments where cyber resilience becomes part of everyday decision-making? The second episode of our two-part special on institutional wilful blindness considers what it takes to turn cyber risk awareness into action.⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cybe...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 22/09/2026
The NCSC has published a new blog on how defenders can make better use of AI. To read more⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/blogs/one-do...
New blog: One does not simply defend agentically
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 21/09/2026
Supply chain cyber attacks are rising, yet only a fraction of UK businesses assess these risks. Cyber Essentials significantly reduces exposure to common attacks. For information on how to embed Cyber Essentials within your supply chain ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/sec…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 18/09/2026
Next week! The NCSC Cyber Series Podcast will discuss how leaders can respond to incidents, how to tell stories that encourage people to act, & how people may actually be the strongest link in an organisation's defences. Other episodes⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cyber-serie…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 16/09/2026
Sponsor and exhibitor applications for #CYBERUK27 are now open. Join us in Liverpool to explore our 2027 theme: Securing the AI Era. Read more⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/sites/default/files…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 16/09/2026
A new advisory exposes Iranian state cyber attackers using malware dubbed CHOSEN BRICK. Our Director of Operations Paul Chichester says individuals at risk should follow advice in our new advisory ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/iranian-cyber-…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 14/09/2026
Passkeys are a faster, simpler and more secure way to sign in and forget the password headaches.🔐 Millions of users will now be able to choose passkeys on GOV.UK One Login for improved security and usability at point of access. Find out more about passkeys: www.ncsc.gov.uk/passkeys
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 12/09/2026
Severe cyber attacks can cause major disruption to systems, data or infrastructure, often with widespread consequences. Act now⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/how-to-p…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 07/09/2026
Don't let unapproved AI use cast a shadow over your organisation’s security. Understanding employees' needs with AI tools will help ensure they can access the benefits securely. Read our new blog on shadow AI here ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/blogs/the-hi...
Use AI at work? Using unapproved apps can put your organisation at risk of breaches and cyber attacks. Read more about shadow AI: NCSC.gov.uk
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 28/08/2026
The NCSC has published an advisory calling on all organisations that use operational technology (OT) to review their security. Network defenders are encouraged to act on the advice to bolster resilience and prepare for severe cyber threats. Read the advisory⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/disrupt...
A picture of Jonathon Ellison, NCSC Director for National Resilience, alongside a quote which says: Recent disruptive activity against operational technology makes clear that the threat to UK networks is far from theoretical. It is part of a broader trend in targeting we are seeing across sectors. Our advice is clear: OT devices do not need to be directly exposed to the internet and so we urge organisations to ensure they are not - to limit opportunities for malicious activity. Against the backdrop of growing capability and geopolitical tensions, the urgency with which organisations need to act has never been more acute.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 27/08/2026
If you have been the victim of a data breach, you should stay alert to scammers using phishing messages, emails and calls asking you to click links or share sensitive information. For guidance on what to do if your data has been breached ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/dat...
Think you've been the victim of a data breach? The NCSC has guidance to help you respond: NCSC.gov.uk/guidance/data-breaches
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 25/08/2026
New podcast available now: Leadership expert and author Margaret Heffernan, Genevieve Liveley, Director of the Research Institute for Sociotechnical Cyber Security, and Kathryn, our Head of Social Sciences explore why organisations struggle to respond to cyber risk⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cybe...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 22/08/2026
Coming next week! Episode 2, series 3 of the NCSC's Cyber Series podcast, featuring leadership expert Dr Margaret Heffernan, who previously spoke at #CYBERUK26 Previous podcasts⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cyber-serie… Dr Heffernan at CYBERUK26⬇️ youtu.be/SiFTmk8BRDE
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 20/08/2026
Today, the NCSC has published a new blog post on managing the cyber risk from agentic AI. The advice supports system designers and operators to make informed decisions as AI cyber security continues to evolve. Read it now: www.ncsc.gov.uk/blogs/managing-the-…
A quote from NCSC CTO Ollie Whitehouse which reads: Appropriate human oversight is paramount when granting any level of autonomy to agentic AI systems so that cyber risk can be effectively managed. From the instructions agents receive to the systems they can access, operators must carefully define the red lines around how AI systems function and be prepared to detect unintended activity and respond accordingly.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 19/08/2026
CYBERUK is coming to Liverpool! The UK government's flagship cyber security event brings the cyber security community together every year to network, learn and collaborate. Sign up to our mailing list for the latest updates⬇️ Save the date: Liverpool, 11-13 May 2027 www.cyberuk.uk
Save the date for CYBERUK 2027. CYBERUK 2027 is coming to Liverpool, 11-13 May.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 17/08/2026
If you've been the victim of a data breach, stay alert to scammers using phishing messages, emails and calls asking you to click links or share sensitive information. For guidance on how to spot such messages and what to do if your data has been breached⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/dat...
Think you've been the victim of a data breach? The NCSC has guidance to help you respond. ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/data-breaches
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 12/08/2026
Understanding your supply chain is the first step to securing it.✅ Cyber Essentials provides a clear way to reduce complexity on cyber security due diligence. To find out whether your suppliers are certified, try the supplier check tool⬇️ ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/secure-…
National Cyber Security Centre graphic of a magnifying glass studying puzzle pieces, one of which is damaged upon closer inspection. The text reads "You can't protect what you can't see. Improve your supply chain oversight with Cyber Essentials".
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 06/08/2026
Cyber security is more than a compliance function or technical issue, it's about business survival, & demands senior engagement. The NCSC’s Board Toolkit is designed to help leaders embed cyber resilience & risk management within their organisations⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/board-to…
A quote from NCSC CEO, Dr Richard Horne: "Effective cyber governance starts at the top. Board members have a critical role in ensuring their organisations are able to exploit the opportunities that technology brings in such a way that they build a resilient and secure business.”  
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 04/08/2026
Time is a key asset when faced with a cyber incident, and an Early Warning notification could be potentially invaluable to your business operations. Add a vital layer to your cyber defences with free malicious activity alerts for UK organisations⚠️⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/acti...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 31/07/2026
"Does this make our citizens and our allies safer?" Anne Keast-Butler, Director @GCHQ, spoke at #CYBERUK26 about how security underpins the agency’s freedom to operate and is a central goal that informs decision-making. To watch Anne's full discussion ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ygU...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 30/07/2026
43% of businesses reported a cyber breach last year. The NCSC offers clear, practical response & recovery guidance to support organisations through a disruptive cyber attack. Don't wait for the breach. Act now to support business continuity, resilience & growth: www.ncsc.gov.uk/blogs/when-c...
A quote from NCSC CEO Richard Horne that says: “In today’s world, the ability to absorb cyber attacks, contain their impact, sustain critical operations and recover quickly is no longer optional. It is a core competence for any digital organisation and that is pretty much every organisation.”
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 28/07/2026
The NCSC has co-sealed joint guidance to assist critical national infrastructure operators in becoming more resilient to the expanding cyber threat. The advice, published by the Five Eyes cyber security agencies, outlines six steps to take to successfully isolate vital systems.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 27/07/2026
"The New AI Reality" – our latest podcast episode – is out now🆕🎙️ The agentic AI world is rapidly changing, but what should you do about it? Tune in as NCSC experts join Alex Hern @hern.bsky.social, AI Writer @economist.com ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cybe... #CyberSeries
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 24/07/2026
Next week: NCSC Cyber Series podcast Series 3. Experts explore cyber security issues shaping organisations today: frontier AI, supply chains, resilience & culture, with practical insights on navigating the risk landscape. 🎧Previous eps⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/cyber-serie…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 23/07/2026
Today, the UK and partners have exposed Russian state-supported actors LAUNDRY BEAR for a phishing campaign targeting Western organisations. Act now to mitigate the threat⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/uk-and-partner…
Quote from NCSC Chief Operating Officer, Beth Hopkins CMG, which reads: "This phishing campaign demonstrates how hostile actors will ruthlessly adapt techniques and exploit vulnerable technology in pursuit of their aims to steal sensitive information from Western organisations. We will continue to call out malicious cyber activity supported by the Russian state and urge everyone to follow NCSC guidance to raise resilience, including steps to strengthen online account security".
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 22/07/2026
When a severe cyber incident hits, it will be too late to begin figuring out how to respond effectively. Don’t let disruption become gridlock; it's time to act⏰ www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/how-to-p…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 21/07/2026
Supply chain cyber attacks are rising, yet just 15% of businesses said they reviewed risks posed by their immediate suppliers in the last year. Get started with embedding Cyber Essentials in your organisation’s supply chain today: www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/sec…
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 13/07/2026
Today, the NCSC, alongside international allies, has published a new advisory on defending against the threat from Russian state intelligence actors. To read more on the threat and how to mitigate it ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/uk-and-...
Quote card with a picture of NCSC Director of National Resilience, Jonathon Ellison, facing the camera wearing a suit.

The quote reads: 

Today’s joint advisory provides decisive, actionable directions from the global security community that network defenders should implement to protect against Russian Intelligence operations and secure the UK’s critical infrastructure. 

I’d strongly encourage all organisations, especially those entrusted with UK critical networks, to adopt these recommended measures immediately, thereby reducing the risk of compromise.

 - Jonathon Ellison, NCSC Director of National Resilience
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 07/07/2026
Don’t wait for the breach, sign up for tailored alerts on the cyber threats to your organisation's IP address. Early Warning delivers an average of 2,000 alerts a month, offering potentially invaluable time to detect and stop a cyber incident. Sign up⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/acti...
Identify cyber threats before they escalate. Early Warning provides alerts about potential cyber attacks. Sign up for free to help secure your business.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 01/07/2026
Mitigating the threat from future quantum computers is a challenge that needs addressing now. Migration to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) will take years to complete. To learn about the key milestones and necessary steps to take towards PQC⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/pqc...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 26/06/2026
This year's CyberFirst Social Value Report highlights the positive impact of early skills investment in classrooms, communities, and ultimately across the wider UK economy and society. Learn more: www.ncsc.gov.uk/sites/default/files…
CyberFirst Social Value Report 2026 headlines: £45.1 million social value generated (2025-2026), £6.94 Social Return on Investment delivered for every £1 invested, 58,000+ students engaged from 683 schools, improved educational attainment, workforce readiness and diversity in the talent pipeline. Search NCSC.gov.uk/CyberFirst.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 25/06/2026
Whilst frontier AI can ultimately benefit our cyber defences, in the immediate term it is making it easier and faster for attackers to discover and exploit cyber weaknesses. Organisations should take these 5 urgent steps to maintain cyber security fundamentals:🧵
Torch illuminating the darkness. Text reads: frontier AI will shine a light on your basic cyber hygiene. Act now. Visit ncsc.gov.uk/frontier-ai
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 23/06/2026
Leaders are urged to make cyber security whole-of-organisation, implement cyber security fundamentals & test incident response plans. For more on what orgs can do to prep for AI & a vulnerability patch wave ⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/blogs/prepar...
Image of NCSC Chief Executive Officer Dr Richard Horne alongside a quote reading:  “Our shared position with international partners on what frontier AI means for cyber security is clear: recent developments are shifting the global threat landscape, and it is crucial that defenders keep up. It is more important than ever that every member of an organisation, from the Board to the IT desk, works towards a shared mission: keeping our online world secure from those who would harm it.”
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 17/06/2026
“Cyber security is a continuous national contest with capable adversaries, requiring urgent, coordinated action across government, industry and individuals to strengthen resilience.” - NCSC CEO Dr Richard Horne delivering RUSI’s Annual Security Lecture this afternoon.
NCSC CEO Dr Richard Horne Standing at a podium on stage giving speech to a crowd.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 15/06/2026
On CYBERUK TV, Brett Leatherman, Assistant Director of the FBI Cyber Division, explained how bringing in outside perspectives can assist with cyber threat response. Cyber resilience thrives when specialist skills, diverse perspectives and real-world insights are connected.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 10/06/2026
🎉 We are celebrating success across our 2025/26 Undergraduate certification cycle: ✅ 23 university programmes recognised 🎓 3 new universities joining the community 💼 2 apprenticeship programmes achieving NCSC full certification
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 09/06/2026
At #CYBERUK26 Keri Gilder, CEO of Colt Technology Services, shared her experience of leading an organisation through a cyber attack. Read our blog on why resilience matters as much as defence, and next steps to take: www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/wh... Watch the full talk: youtu.be/luvwJDFs7MY?...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 06/06/2026
Cyber threats to businesses are increasing in frequency and impact, and weaknesses in supply chains are a growing target. Embed Cyber Essentials across your supply chain to help ensure your business operations are protected every step of the way: www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/ove…
How secure is your supply chain? Protect your business against the most common cyber threats with Cyber Essentials.
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 05/06/2026
Professor Simon Shiu spoke with CYBERUK TV on organisations’ responsibility for getting the cyber security basics right. Start with our Cyber Essentials scheme to help protect your organisation against the most common cyber threats: www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessenti...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 02/06/2026
At #CYBERUK26, experts shared how planning and rehearsing your recovery from an incident is as vital as building your defences. Don’t wait for the breach; improve your organisation’s cyber incident response plans today: www.ncsc.gov.uk/schemes/cybe...
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 26/05/2026
Dr. Margaret Heffernan, expert in management thinking, gave a keynote address at #CYBERUK26 on the psychology behind inaction. It's time for Boards to drive a cultural shift towards proactive cyber security. Find out more⬇️ www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyber-govern... 🧵
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 22/05/2026
It’s been 1 month since #CYBERUK26 and we’re still buzzing from the amazing energy and conversations. CYBERUK brings together an international community of experts annually for insightful talks, workshops and networking. Watch more highlights⬇️ www.youtube.com/@CYBERUKONLINE
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 20/05/2026
Speaking at #CYBERUK26 last month, NCSC CEO Dr Richard Horne spoke about how rapid tech innovation and geopolitical uncertainty are coming together to create a complex threat landscape, making cyber security everyone's responsibility. 🧵
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 19/05/2026
Are you a firefighter or a visionary? At #CYBERUK26 Barbara Grewe spoke about the importance of teams having both, and the need for organisations to have clear strategic priorities when managing cyber risks. 🧵
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NCSC UK @ncsc.gov.uk · 15/05/2026
Our Early Warning service is quick to set up, easy to use and could offer crucial time to combat a potential cyber attack. Sign up to Early Warning today for free malicious activity notifications from the NCSC for UK organisations: www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/active-cybe…
Early Warning gives free alerts about potential cyber attacks. Help secure your business for free.
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