Hackers hijack government website to mine crypto-cash

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) took down its website after a warning that hackers were taking control of visitors’ computers to mine cryptocurrency. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-43025788  

NCSC publishes new cyber security guidance for small businesses

The NCSC has today published new cyber security guidance for small businesses. The guidance recommends implementing “five quick and easy steps” to improve cyber security. It also recommends Cyber Essentials as the next step to improve your cyber security...

FCA cyber security guide recommends Cyber Essentials

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today published new guidance which identifies certification to the Government-backed Cyber Essentials scheme as a way to improve the security of firms. A summary of the guidance can be found here. The full details can be found...