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UK Senior Citizens should be cautious with SMS Scams for winter heating pay
Since 1958, the UK government has been providing Winter Fuel Payments to pensioners and senior citizens to help keep their homes warm during the colder months. These payments, administered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), are typically deposited directly into recipients’ bank accounts. However, eligibility for these payments is based on certain criteria. […]
Cisco Data Breach and UK Government’s Free Cybersecurity Initiative for Schools
Cisco Data Breach by IntelBroker A prominent threat actor known as IntelBroker has claimed responsibility for breaching Cisco’s computer network and is preparing to release stolen data on a well-known hacker forum. Reports indicate that a cyberattack occurred on Cisco’s servers in June, and following what appears to be a lack of response from the […]
Britain NCSC faces Password Embarrassment
The inception of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) of the United Kingdom in 2016 marked a pivotal step in issuing alerts concerning cyber attacks and hacking incidents. Tasked as the cyber arm of GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters), its primary aim is to fortify both public and private sectors against digital onslaughts orchestrated by cyber […]
UK Military data breach and LockBit admin identified
In recent days, the digital media has been abuzz with speculation regarding a potential breach of Britain’s defense database. Today, the Ministry of Defense, UK, officially confirmed that its servers experienced unauthorized access, resulting in the exposure of personal and financial information belonging to military personnel and certain political figures, particularly those within ministerial roles. […]
EASA Alerts Airlines Amid Suspected Cyber-Attacks on UK-Bound Flights
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a cautionary alert following reports of cyber-attacks targeting flights bound for the United Kingdom. These incidents have raised serious concerns regarding the safety and security of air travel, prompting EASA to advise airlines and flight crews to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions. According to EASA, some […]
Ransomware news headlines trending on Google
Ransomware Resilience: Evaluating UK’s Preparedness Strategy In the face of escalating ransomware attacks globally, no state or industry appears impervious to the threat posed by malicious malware. However, recent scrutiny suggests that the UK government’s approach to cybersecurity may be akin to an ‘ostrich head in the sand’ strategy, leaving the nation vulnerable to potential […]
Cyber Attack blame to UK Airspace Chaos
Over the last several hours, the air traffic situation in Britain has plunged into a state of turmoil, prompting some segments of the media to attribute the crisis to a cyber-attack. Indeed, the reports you’ve come across are accurate. Nevertheless, no concrete evidence has emerged to support the notion that the disruption was the result […]
British pregnant women are unwittingly handing over their Genetic data to China
Recent reports have revealed a shocking truth about the inadvertent sharing of prenatal NIFTY blood test data by thousands of pregnant British women with a Chinese company called BGI Group. This company, allegedly affiliated with the People’s Liberation Army, has raised concerns among Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom, prompting calls for a swift […]
China spies on the UK populace with microchips
Britain populace should start being cautious with smart appliances as security analysts suggest that china might have started a spying campaign on them via domestic appliances. Yes, what you’ve read is right! There is a fair amount of chance that Beijing might have weaponized millions of gadgets operating in the household of Britons through microchips. […]
Data Security Threat to UK Government Ministers and Civil Servants
All the ministers and government employees working in the UK were issued a warning when their official contact details were publicly available online until March 2020. The Government Communication Service website was publicly displaying information of about 45k Govt employees and details include email address, phone numbers and job titles, along with the social media […]
