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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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If you're looking out for good Boxing Day deals, stay ahead of scams by enabling 2-Step Verification (2SV).

Keep the fraudsters out of your online accounts with an extra step to verify your identity after a login attempt.

Learn more:
https://stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/
Toughen up your online security. Turn on 2-step verification now
December 26, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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NEW: We have collaborated with our 🇨🇦 partners to examine how new technologies might help build trust in digital content in the age of generative AI.

Read more about the emerging field of content provenance from a cyber security perspective here⬇️

www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/buil...
Public content provenance for organisations with NCSC and Canadian Centre for Cyber Security logos
December 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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CYBERUK is coming to SEC Glasgow for #CYBERUK26!
Apply now to secure your place at the UK government's flagship cyber security event.

🗓️ 21 – 23 April 2026
📍 Glasgow, UK

Apply now – limited early bird rates are available! ⬇️
http://www.cyberuk.uk
Early bird registration is now open
November 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Apply now to secure your place at the UK government's flagship cyber security event #CYBERUK26!

Limited early bird tickets are available - don't miss out! 👇
www.cyberuk.uk
Early bird registration is now open
November 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Identify cyber threats before they escalate with Early Warning, a free service for any organisation with a UK-based website.⚠️

Sign up now to receive tailored alerts that complement your security controls⬇️
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/active-cyber-defence/early-warning
#CyberMonth2025
Early Warning gives free alerts about potential cyber attacks. Help secure your business for free.
October 29, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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This week rounds off #CyberMonth2025, an opportunity to reflect on actions we can all take to #SecureOurWorld.🌍

It’s time to take practical steps to improve your cyber security. Explore our guidance and resources:
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/
Cyber Security Awareness Month, Secure Our World text against a picture of the globe with a mobile phone and laptop in the foreground
October 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Co-created with industry leaders for industry leaders, our Cyber Governance Training empowers your board to manage cyber security responsibilities.

It’s time to act. Start your Cyber Governance Training today⬇️
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyber-governance-for-boards/training
#CyberMonth2025
Quote from Richard Horne, NCSC CEO, taken from the NCSC Annual Review 2025, which says: Nobody wants to believe that their business operations could grind to a halt following a cyber attack. But any leader who fails to prepare for that scenario is jeopardising their business’s future.
October 25, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Cyber Essentials certifications are increasing. Over 39,000 awarded in 2024/25, up 17.5% from last year. See how we’re helping organisations of every size to prepare, protect, detect and respond in our Annual Review 2025, Chapter 2: Resilience at Scale
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Over 39K Cyber Essentials certification awarded in 2024/25. That’s +17.5% from 2023/24.
October 17, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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Curious about the code on this year’s Annual Review front cover? The words codify “It’s time to act. Cyber attacks are inevitable, but damage isn’t. Show you take security seriously. Stay secure. Stay trusted."

Read the full report now⬇️
www.ncsc.gov.uk/annual-revie...
October 15, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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It also features an exclusive open letter from Co-op, CEO Shirine Khoury-Haq highlighting the real-world impact of a high profile cyber attack, and how their routine investment in security laid a strong foundation for their cyber attack response.
“The buck stops with us as senior leaders. Please continue to consider the best route to protecting your business, but also the best means to defend against an attack, including supporting customers and colleagues, at every possible stage.” Shirine Khoury‑Haq, — CEO of The Co‑op Group
October 14, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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In their forewords NCSC CEO Dr Richard Horne, GCHQ Director Anne Keast-Butler and Minister of State Dan Jarvis MBE, stress the urgent need for strong leadership and accountability.
“For too long, cyber security has been regarded as an issue predominantly for technical staff. This must change. All business leaders need to take responsibility for their organisation’s cyber resilience.” Richard Horne, — CEO, NCSC “The importance of vigilance, resilience and the collective responsibility to defend against an increasingly complex threat is clear. Cyber security is a matter of business survival that demands action” Anne Keast-Butler — Director GCHQ “Cyber security has never been more pivotal to our national security and our economic health.” Dan Jarvis MBE MP, Minister for Security
October 14, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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It’s time to act

Today we’ve published our 2025 Annual Review, revealing that cyber threats facing the UK are accelerating rapidly. We must take action.
It's time to act: Cyber attacks are designed to disrupt society with real human costs. Annual review 2025 It's time to act: Take cyber security seriously or risk exposing your customers' data. Annual Review 2025 It's time to act. Open your eyes to the imminent to your economic security. Annual Review 2025
October 14, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Most cyber attacks are basic - the digital equivalent of a thief trying your front door to see if it’s unlocked. Cyber Essentials helps you bolt your door against the most common cyber attacks.  

Learn more: 
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/overview 
October 9, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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'How do you protect your online identity?’ The CyberFirst Bursary is all about asking questions like this and exploring the answers. With funding, placements, and mentoring, it’s a hands-on way to build skills, confidence, and a network in tech. Find out more at: https://www.cyberfirstcareers.co.uk/
October 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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There's just a few hours left to apply for a key content sponsorship package for #CYBERUK26. Don't delay! Apply before 5pm TONIGHT.

Check out all opportunities to be sponsor or exhibitor at #CYBERUK26👇
https://www.cyberuk.uk/

📍SEC Glasgow
🗓️21-23 April 2026
Key content sponsorship application deadline 7 October, SEC Glasgow, 21-23 April 2026, #CYBERUK26
October 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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Light or dark mode? Instagram or TikTok? Apple or Android?

Emma and Rose share their quick-fire answers and the CyberFirst bursary is just as surprising.

Gain up to £24,000 while learning about AI, quantum computing and semiconductors. Find out more at: https://www.cyberfirstcareers.co.uk/
October 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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It's our birthday!🥳 

For 9 years, our mission has been to make the UK the safest place to live and work online, leading the UK’s defences against the most advanced cyber threats.

Through our expertise, advice and insights, we are committed to raising collective cyber resilience. 
 
October 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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It's Cyber Security Awareness Month aka #CyberMonth2025! All October we'll explore how we can be more secure online together through this year’s theme #SecureOurWorld.
Cyber Security Awareness Month, Secure Our World
October 1, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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#CYBERUK26 will offer opportunities to learn, and engage with UK and international cyber experts as we explore this year’s theme “The Next Decade: Accelerating our Cyber Defence”

Apply now to be a sponsor or exhibitor👇
https://www.cyberuk.uk/
September 26, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Today, the NCSC has published a new malware analysis report to help organisations detect and mitigate malicious targeting of certain Cisco devices🚨

See our latest advice and insights from our Chief Technical Officer👇
http://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/persistent-malicious-targeting-cisco-devices
September 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Being part of the CyberFirst community is so much more than tech. It's support, connection and belonging. In this video, Rose and Emma share how they found friends, mentors and confidence on their journey.

Learn more about the bursary at: https://www.cyberfirstcareers.co.uk/
September 23, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Applications are now open to be sponsor or exhibitor at #CYBERUK26.

Discover how you can join NCSC in connecting with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors at the the UK government's flagship cyber security conference⬇️
https://www.cyberuk.uk/2026/sponsorandexhibitor2026
Sponsor and Exhibitor opportunities now open. SEC Glasgow, 21-23 April 2026, #CYBERUK26
September 17, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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#CYBERUK26 will bring together experts across private sector, academia & government national security teams to discuss the future of cyber, exploring the theme “The Next Decade: Accelerating our Cyber Defence”

Save the date: Glasgow 21-23 April 2026
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The Next Decade: Accelerating our Cyber Defence, SEC Glasgow, 21-23 April 2026, #CYBERUK26
September 16, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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As the UK’s technical authority on cyber security, our mission is to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.

We work round the clock to counter the threats facing the UK, wherever they may come from, and to empower organisations to protect themselves
July 28, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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It’s International Women in Engineering Day! This #INWED25 we’re proudly celebrating the achievements of women across the sector. We spoke to women at #CYBERUK25 about the importance of diversity across the cyber security industry ⬇️

#INWED2025
June 23, 2025 at 1:37 PM