BBC targeted with 383,278 spam, phishing and malware attacks every day

The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) were the target of nearly 50 million malicious email attacks between 1st October 2021 and the end of January 2022. This is according to official figures obtained via a Freedom of Information act (FOI) request,… Continue reading BBC targeted with 383,278 spam, phishing and malware attacks every day

Digital skills are critical for tackling the rising tide of cybercrime

The rising tide of cybercrime shows no sign of slowing. Whether it’s hacking, identity fraud or malware attacks, online criminals have proven themselves to be both relentless and ruthless. Targets have included public sector institutions, charities, ev… Continue reading Digital skills are critical for tackling the rising tide of cybercrime

Sharp rise in email and social media hacking in the UK

Police forces across the UK are coming under increasing pressure to launch criminal investigations into incidents of social media and computer hacking, according to a new report from the Parliament Street think tank. The news comes as senior Police Chi… Continue reading Sharp rise in email and social media hacking in the UK