Cyber Security news in the UK

An overview of news, trends and research in Cyber Security consulting in the UK:

One in five workers share passwords externally One in five employees have shared work login details or passwords with someone outside their organisation, according to new research by Gallagher.
07 July 2026
Enterprises must consider the security of operational technology In the world of operational technology, security culture has long been restricted to the physical realm.
22 May 2026
Two-thirds of digital and telecoms deals collapsing due to cyber risk While digital and telecommunications infrastructure is said to have become essential to the economic success of whole industries, a large number of deals in the space are falling through – with a num
01 April 2026
Cybersecurity pips AI to become top UK tech investment for 2026 As the hype around artificial intelligence continues into a fourth year, a growing number of UK executives believe the technology is about to yield returns on investment, according to a study from KP
27 January 2026
Men twice as likely as women to express confidence in spotting threats In a year that’s seen numerous high-profile cyberattacks, new data from Accenture suggests that men feel twice as confident as women at detecting a digital threat.
26 January 2026
Majority of UK firms exposed to cyber-threats amid AI transformation push Amid the scramble to adopt artificial intelligence tools at any cost, most organisations don’t realise how the technology is leaving them exposed to new threats.
07 January 2026
£152 million cyber-crime bill sees firms with broad supply chains worst-hit New research has revealed high-risk sectors for cyber-attacks.
23 December 2025
Kroll partners with CrowdStrike to boost global MDR protection Global financial and risk advisory solutions provider Kroll has partnered with Crowdstrike.
10 December 2025
CYPFER named trusted DFIR partner for Bitdefender Cyber security solutions firm Bitdefender has selected CYPFER as its trusted digital forensics and incident response provider.
02 December 2025
UK’s cyber security consulting market growth to double this year The growth of the UK’s cyber security consulting market could double this year, as cyber attakcs bcome more prevelant and impactful.
25 November 2025
UK boards are overestimating their cyber readiness Every week, the UK faces four nationally significant cyberattacks, according to the National Cyber Security Centre – and yet, an overwhelming 94% of business leaders remain confident in their organis
17 November 2025
Business leaders warn AI threats will test resilience in 2026 While companies are embracing artificial intelligence throughout all levels of their organisation, there is growing concern that it could be used to enable data breaches.
05 November 2025
UK business leaders risk over-confidence on cyber-response amid rising attacks UK business leaders are projecting confidence in their cyber readiness, even as a succession of high‑profile incidents keeps data protection on the front pages.
16 October 2025
Major attacks trigger spending spree in cyber security among top businesses While the world’s leading businesses are scrambling to upgrade their cyber security plan, few feel confident that they can see off an attack.
08 October 2025
Biggest companies most at risk from new hacking collectives With a spree of cyber-attacks wrong-footing large companies around the world, firms need to take stock of their cyber-defences.
22 September 2025
CyberCX joins Accenture in intercontinental deal Global IT and consulting giant Accenture has agreed to acquire CyberCX. The privately-owned cybersecurity services provider has offices spanning Australia, New Zealand, the US and the UK.
20 August 2025
Organisations underprepared for cyber-threats from AI adoption As artificial intelligence radically reshapes business, around 90% of organisations do not believe they are adequately prepared to secure their organisations against AI-centred cyber-attacks.
11 August 2025
Four ways legacy IT systems can carry hidden costs for a business A recent study by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has highlighted a significant reliance on legacy technology within the financial services sector.
27 June 2025
Talan chooses KYND to deliver advanced cyber risk intelligence Leading international consultancy Talan has selected KYND to enhance its cyber advisory services. The news comes as cyber attacks continue to shock companies across the UK’s economy.
20 June 2025
M&S hackers may have gained access via IT partner TCS A major cyber breach at UK retailer Marks & Spencer has thrust its IT services provider into the spotlight.
02 June 2025
5 steps to strengthen cyber defences against third-party risk Following a wave of high-profile cyber-attacks on major UK retailers including M&S, Co-op and Harrods, cyber security experts from around the country are urging companies to tighten supply chain secu
26 May 2025
Zero Trust is a crucial aspect of modern cybersecurity Cybercrime targeting UK businesses is on the rise, and recent statistics highlight the significant growth in both the frequency and impact of these attacks.
01 May 2025
UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill: What it means and to whom The forthcoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill is expected to yield significant changes to the technology landscape of public sector organisations across the UK.
02 April 2025
More than 2-in-5 financial services brands non-compliant with data protection laws A new study suggests that close to half of UK finance brands are non-compliant with data protection laws.
27 March 2025
Zscaler and Cognizant collaborate to bring AI-enabled security to clients Global consulting firm Cognizant has continued its push into the field of AI services, with a new partnership to simplify security for its clients.
13 January 2025
CYPFER collaborates with Lennox Lewis for 'knockout' cybersecurity offering Global cybersecurity consultancy CYPFER has announced a new partnership with heavyweight boxing legend Lennox Lewis.
08 January 2025
Consultants key to countering pentester surge in malware design Cybercriminals are turning to freelance pentesters to improve the effectiveness of their ransomware attacks and to find new avenues for intrusion.
02 December 2024
The lowdown on the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill is primarily focused on increasing the resilience of critical infrastructure by expanding the scope of current cyber regulations to protect more digital service
02 September 2024
Quarter of manufacturers only have basic cybersecurity plans Manufacturing firms are more wary of threats from ransomware, data leakage and phishing attacks than other firms.
22 August 2024
First Actuarial picks up Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation First Actuarial has gained new credentials to help verify its cybersecurity capabilities. The Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation addresses pension scheme trustees' concerns about digital threats.
07 August 2024
Data breach victims up by more than 1,000% Data breach victim figures have risen exponentially, according to new research – with one recent case alone impacting more than 6 million people.
05 August 2024
CrowdStrike crisis shows need for transformation of tech management Major tech outages have recently impacted customers and operations around the world – from banks to airports.
25 July 2024

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