UK National Cyber Security Centre

Passkeys are the future of authentication, offering enhanced security and convenience over passwords, but widespread adoption faces challenges that the NCSC is working to resolve.

The merits of choosing passkeys over passwords to help keep your online accounts more secure, and explaining how the technology promises to do this

The ‘NCSC for Startups’ alumnus giving identity verification the ‘Trust Stamp’

Can your startup help counter the rise of malicious advertising?

Using the Cloud Security Principles to evaluate the suitability of a cloud service.

Security questions to ask your IT service providers when considering a digital transition

We’ve updated the CIR ‘Enhanced Level’ scheme standard and will be ready to accept applications in the new year.

Publication of the UK’s process for how we handle vulnerabilities.

How to enjoy online gaming securely by following just a few tips

The NCSC’s Chief Executive Ciaran Martin outlines why the UK needs a National Cyber Security Centre.

Ian M discusses what makes a good password

Emma W discusses the question everyone keeps asking us.

Guidance for home users or small businesses who want to reduce the likelihood of being held to ransom by WannaCry (or other types of ransomware).

Advice for Dixons Carphone customers following its data breach.

How setting up 2SV can help protect your online accounts, even if your password is stolen.

Guidance for enterprise administrators, small businesses and home users in relation to the recently published ‘Krack’ vulnerability in Wi-Fi networks protected by WPA2.

Advice in response to the increase in sextortion scams

Advice for customers of Marriott International following the reports of a data breach.

A step by step guide to recovering online accounts.

Advice for those concerned a device has been infected.

Tips to help you purchase items safely and avoid fraudulent websites.

Detect and prevent malicious software and viruses on your computer or laptop.

Use privacy settings across social media platforms to manage your digital footprint.

Many everyday items are now connected to the internet: we explain how to use them safely.

How password deny lists can help your users to make sensible password choices.

The NCSC now uses ‘allow list’ and ‘deny list’ in place of ‘whitelist’ and ‘blacklist’. Emma W explains why…

How to ensure your devices are as secure as possible.

How to set up and use video conferencing services, such as Zoom and Skype, safely and securely

Useful tips and resources for people using personal IT to work from home.

Cyber security-themed videos, blogs and interviews from industry experts are supporting students and teachers.