Police CyberAlarm

🚨 Why Do I Need Police CyberAlarm? 🚨 In today's digital world, cyber threats are more sophisticated than ever. Help to protect your business or organisation with Police CyberAlarm, a FREE government-backed tool designed to: 🔐 Monitor & Report Suspicious Activity - helping identify cyber-attacks early. 🛡️ Protect Your Data – Regular scans for known vulnerabilities and providing near real-time alerts. 🚨 Be Proactive – Stay one step ahead by understanding the cyber threats targeting your systems. It's an essential safeguard for any business! 💻 Help secure your network. Protect your future at cyberalarm.police.uk #CyberSecurity #PoliceCyberAlarm #DigitalProtection #DataSecurity#BusinessSafety

It's always great to receive such positive feedback and hear how #PoliceCyberAlarm is helping businesses and organisations stay #cyber-safe! Protecting your digital assets has never been more crucial, and it's rewarding to know that these tools are making a real difference. #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime #CyberAttacks #CyberThreats #BusinessResilience #StaySafeOnline

It's essential for everyone to take proactive steps to secure their online systems against potential cyberattacks, and having strong cyber resilience is crucial. A key part of this is vulnerability management, which involves regularly and proactively safeguarding your computer systems, networks, and applications from attacks and data breaches. Check out our blog to learn what actions you should be taking as part of your vulnerability management strategy. https://ow.ly/7QkC50TRuz7

Check Point Research (CPR), the intelligence arm of Check Point Software Technologies, has released its latest Brand Phishing Ranking for Q2 2024. This report highlights the brands most commonly impersonated by cybercriminals in their attempts to trick users into giving up personal information or payment details. In Q2 2024, Microsoft ranked as the most imitated brand in phishing attacks, involved in 57% of attempts. Apple surged to the second spot with 10%, climbing from fourth place in Q1 2024. LinkedIn held on to its third-place position, representing 7% of phishing attempts. Meanwhile, new entrants like Adidas, WhatsApp, and Instagram broke into the top 10 for the first time since 2022, reflecting evolving phishing tactics. #Phishing #CyberCrime #CyberSmart

Yesterday the PCA team joined colleagues from Yorkshire and Humber Regional Cyber Crime Unit in a Cyber Clinic in Harrogate. Attendees from businesses, charities and the education sector took part in a cyber challenge exercise and learned about the latest policing initiatives to make the UK a safer place to conduct business online and protect against cyber criminals. #CyberClinic #CyberCrime #PoliceCyberAlarm #CyberSecurity

🌐 Happy International Internet Day! 🌐 As we celebrate the power of the internet, let's also prioritise online safety. Cyber threats are a growing concern, and protecting your organisation is more important than ever. #PoliceCyberAlarm is dedicated to helping you stay safe with our free monitoring tool that detects and alerts you to potential cyber threats. Take control of your cybersecurity today at cyberalarm.police.uk #InternationalInternetDay #CyberSecurity #StaySafeOnline

Last week, the #NorthEastChamberofCommerce brought together regional businesses and organisations at the Great North Air Ambulance Service in Eaglescliffe for the Chamber Thought Leadership: Cyber Security and Your Business Event focusing on empowering businesses to tackle cyber threats and protect their futures. The line-up included: Charlotte Knill (NEROCU) speaking on Cyber Security: The National Context Martin W. (NEBRC) speaking on Cyber Security: Regional Significance and Practical Steps to Protect Your Business Ethan Godlieb Dip CII, CISMP (Aon) speaking on Cyber Insurance: What you need to know. Sgt Maddison (North East Regional Organised Crime Unit (NEROCU)) summed it up perfectly: “Events like today give businesses the tools and insights they need to safeguard their digital assets and build stronger connections with regional cyber crime teams.” #nechamberevents #PoliceCyberAlarm #CyberSecurity #NEROCU #NEBRC #Aon #CyberThreats #CyberCrime

In September, #PoliceCyberAlarm identified and notified members of 2,434 vulnerabilities within their systems, including 73 CRITICAL ones! These vulnerabilities pose serious security risks and can be exploited by #cybercriminals if left unaddressed. Ensure your business or organisation is taking the necessary steps to secure your networks and systems to protect against potential threats. Stay secure and sign up today at cyberalarm.police.uk #CyberSecurity #CyberThreat #CyberCrime

This week, the Digital Defender Event took place at Blacks Solicitors LLP in Leeds City Centre, bringing together representatives from business, legal, academia, charity, and finance sectors. Aimed at local businesses, the event focused on addressing the alarming rise in #cybercrime, which is affecting organisations of all sizes. Rich Carter, Cyber Protect Officer from the West Yorkshire Police Cyber Crime Team, delivered a presentation on #PoliceCyberAlarm as part of the Fraud & Cyber Crime Awareness Seminar. Reflecting on the session, Richard said, “It has been a fantastic morning, and the presentation went really well. The attendees were all really engaged and taking lots of notes.” The event highlighted the critical need for local businesses to enhance their #cyberresilience and collaborate in tackling this growing threat. #CyberSecurity #FraudAwareness #BusinessSecurity #CyberCrime

According to the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024, cybercrime has impacted 22% of businesses and 14% of charities in the past year. The numbers are even higher for medium (45%) and large (58%) businesses, as well as high-income charities (37%). Among the organisations reporting any #cyber-attacks, over 40% became victims of #cybercrime. How can you safeguard your organisation? #PoliceCyberAlarm is here to help! It's a free monitoring tool designed to detect and alert you to potential cyber threats, helping you stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. Keep your business, organisation, or charity safe. Sign up today at cyberalarm.police.uk #CyberSecurity #CyberSafety #ProtectYourBusiness #PoliceCyberAlarm