NCSC supports increased cyber security vigilance

The National Cyber Security Centre has supported US President Biden’s call for increased cyber security vigilance among organisations in response to Russia’s unprovoked, illegal and unnecessary invasion of Ukraine.

In heightened periods of international tension all organisations should be vigilant to cyber risks, and for several months the NCSC has been advising organisations to bolster their cyber security. This has seen the GCHQ department publish actionable guidance for organisations to reduce their risk of cyber compromises.

While the NCSC are unaware of specific, targeted threats to the UK resulting from Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, the organisation is again recommending that organisations follow this advice as a priority.

Biden’s statement warned of ‘evolving intelligence’ that the Russian Government is exploring options for potential cyber attacks.