This appointment signifies ambitious growth, impact and value of the network as it seeks to create a platform for collaboration across UK cyber
This appointment signifies ambitious growth, impact and value of the network as it seeks to create a platform for collaboration across UK cyber
The Cybersecurity Business Network (CBN), is delighted to announce the appointment of former UK Minister for Digital and Broadband, Matt Warman, as Chair of the CBN. Matt’s appointment comes at a critical time for the UK’s cybersecurity sector, as recent high-profile cyberattacks across sectors have underscored the urgent need for enhanced industry collaboration, resilience and the right regulatory approach.
As Chair, Matt will spearhead the continued growth of the network, engaging various stakeholders from the private and public sectors, and championing the UK cyber sector as CBN aims to become a single unifying voice for UK based cyber organisations.
I am delighted to be joining the Cybersecurity Business Network as Chair. The UK’s dynamic and innovative cybersecurity industry is in need of a strong voice as it becomes an increasingly important sector both for economic growth and strengthening resilience…
As we have seen in recent months, malicious cyber attacks and geopolitical threats have presented UK businesses and consumers with a clear warning about how destructive cyber attacks can be, and we need to stay ahead of the curve. CBN is leading the industry collaboration by linking government, industry, and the media to strengthen defences and promote growth.
Matt Warman, Chair of CBN and Former Minster for Digital & Broadband
During his tenure as Minister for Digital, Matt developed the Government Cyber Security Strategy alongside the NCSC to improve cyber resilience in the public sector. He stimulated growth of the UK’s cyber sector with a 21% increase in start-up and scale up UK organisations, created an environment that enabled approx £2.6 billion of public and private investment to strengthen resilience and lay the foundation for the UK to become a leading global cyber innovator. Prior to government, Matt was a renowned technology journalist and worked as the Technology Editor for the Daily Telegraph.
Since the start of 2025, CBN has grown its presence in the UK cybersecurity landscape by expanding its membership and strengthening its partnerships. A key milestone was helping to establish the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Cyber Innovation (CBN runs the Secretariat) alongside parliamentarians, including Dan Aldridge MP, which has enabled a forum for MPs to connect with industry on cybersecurity’s most critical challenges. This announcement comes on the back of the latest report by the APPG for Cyber Innovation which explored and provided feedback on the development of the UK’s first ever dedicated Cyber Security and Resilience (CSR) Bill expected later this year.
“We’re very pleased to welcome Matt as our new Chair. His leadership comes at a crucial time for our organisation as we continue to grow and work to ensure the cybersecurity sector is properly represented. The recent high-profile cyber-attacks are a stark reminder of the need for a strong and unified cybersecurity industry – not only for protecting people and businesses, but also for supporting the UK’s economy and overall resilience. With Matt at the helm, we’re looking forward to championing the sector’s value, driving innovation, and helping to secure both economic growth and public confidence.
Nick Lansman, Founder of CBN
In addition to acting as a spokesman for CBN, he will also play a central role at the network’s events, chairing and supporting members as CBN looks to bring together industry, politics and media to drive collaborative and productive outcomes.
“As Chair, I will look to build on the initial success of the network, helping its growth, unifying our member community and championing our cyber security sector, enabling greater growth and public confidence. As part of this, I am most looking forward to hosting our inaugural Parliament & Cyber Conference in November, which will be a landmark event for the sector and Government as we collaborate on the path to growth and resilience.”
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The Cyber Innovation APPG publishes feedback on the upcoming Cyber Security & Resilience Bill. In this document, the All-Party Group provides an initial view on the upcoming Cyber Security and Resilience (CSR) Bill. It has been informed through a survey with 89 respondents from across the cyber sector and beyond, as well as input from a parliamentary roundtable discussion held under the Chatham House rule that brought together 17 representatives from Managed Service Providers (MSPs), cyber companies, academics and other organisations.
This document is aimed at supporting the development of the CSR Bill, and the Cyber Innovation APPG would be happy to facilitate further engagement between the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), Parliament, and the wider sector. The Bill provides a unique opportunity to improve cyber security and resilience in the UK.
The report collated the feedback from the APPG’s initial call for input and made clear some clear asks – notably the need for the Bill to widen its scope. As the first Act of Parliament to include “cyber” in the title, representing a fundamental step forward in how the UK approaches digital security. However, there is concern that this historic opportunity is too narrowly focused on compliance and prevention and not sufficiently ambitious in tackling some of the wider challenges that the UK faces.
This bill is a historic opportunity to strengthen the UK’s cyber resilience, but we risk falling short if we don’t listen to those on the frontline.
“We’re calling on DSIT to open up the conversation, coordinate across government, to provide a timeline and process for tackling the urgent issues that are deemed out of scope. By future-proofing regulations and giving parliament a clear role in oversight, we can make sure the UK remains secure and competitive in a rapidly changing digital world.”
Dan Aldridge MP, Chair of the APPG for Cyber Innovation
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We’re excited to share that CBN’s refreshed Membership Programme is now live – and we’ve already welcomed several new companies into the network.
Our Full Membership offer is open to all UK-based organisations with a vested interest in cybersecurity and provides access to a growing community of like-minded businesses working to promote innovation, share insights, and shape the future of cyber in the UK.
For all those that have previously signed up to our network, we would ask you to fill out the registration form on our website via the link below to remain as full members of the association.
Full Membership
Fee: £750 + VAT per annum
Membership includes:
We’re looking forward to bringing more organisations into the community and continuing to support the growth of the UK’s cyber ecosystem.
For any queries, please contact: secretariat@cb-network.org
Aims to bridge the gap between policymakers and industry, stimulate collaboration across sectors
The Cybersecurity Business Network (CBN), a UK coalition of cybersecurity organisations looking to support and promote the cyber sector, announces its role as the Secretariat for the newly launched Cyber Innovation All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG). The APPG will aim to break down complex cyber issues for policymakers, bringing together parliamentarians, industry leaders, academia and civil society to spark fresh ideas and drive innovation.
The APPG is chaired by Dan Aldridge MP, with officers from all three major political parties: Liberal Democrat MP Max Wilkinson, Labour MP Sarah Edwards, and Conservative MP John Glen. Aldridge said, “The UK’s global cyber leadership position needs Parliamentarians to intentionally and meaningfully take an interest in its future, and we will do just that. This will be a different type of APPG – we will engage with the UK’s highly innovative cyber sector and look at how we as a Parliamentary community can support and grow the cyber ecosystem in the national interest.”
As the Secretariat, CBN will support the Group through an active events programme, and provide insights for Parliamentary members in order to foster a productive dialogue with industry and third-sector stakeholders around topics such as supporting the UK cyber ecosystem to grow, and ensuring Parliament and experts work together to make upcoming cyber legislation fit for an increasingly digital world.
Andrew Kernahan, Strategic Advisor at CBN said, “We are excited to serve as the Secretariat for the Cyber Innovation APPG, which will play a vital role in bringing together diverse perspectives from across the cyber ecosystem with Parliamentarians and policymakers. We believe the APPG will champion the UK’s thriving cyber ecosystem and its critical role in enabling modern society and driving economic growth.”
About Cybersecurity Business Network
Rebranded in 2024, Cybersecurity Business Network aims to bridge the gap between government initiatives and private sector innovation. CBN provides a collective voice for our members, enabling them to engage with key stakeholders, shape national government policy, network with peers across the sector and cultivate new trade opportunities. Its members represent a diverse range of companies which are invested in improving resilience, innovation and enabling economic growth.
For more information, please visit our website – https://cb-network.org/
For more information on the Cyber Innovation APPG, please visit the website – https://cb-network.org/appg-for-cyber-innovation/.
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Our monthly update to bring you the relevant, high-level policy and business news from across the cyber sector.
This month, we provide an update on two significant announcements from the UK government, an insights piece from out CBN comms lead, and our usual policy and business news.
If you have any questions about the content, or believe we should add to our coverage, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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Headline News
Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its annual Global Cybersecurity Outlook report, which highlights the complexity of the cybersecurity landscape – intensified by geopolitical tensions and emerging technologies, interdependencies and cybercrime sophistication, governments, organisations and individuals are being challenged to adapt and innovate in order to ensure our continued security.
Please see below for a longer analysis.
Risk facing UK “widely underestimated”
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) published its Annual Review 2024, drawing out key aspects and learnings from the agency’s work over the past year across four chapters – cyber threats; cyber resilience; the cyber market ecosystem; and future cyber technologies.
Notably, it highlights geopolitics and the continuing cyber threat of nation-state actors – particularly China and Russia – against the UK’s critical national infrastructure (CNI), a point which was emphasised further by CEO Richard Horne in his first major speech.
Launching the Review, Horne cautioned that cyber risks facing the nation from nation state actors are “widely underestimated”, and the UK is engaged in a “contest for cyberspace” with those seeking to use our “technology dependence” to disrupt daily life. The report indicated that there has been a sizable increase in the number of incidents handled by the organisation in the 12 months up to August 2024, with ransomware being the most pervasive threat.
UK: AI Opportunities Action Plan
The UK Government has published its “AI Opportunities Action Plan”, which lays out how it intends to employ artificial intelligence (AI) to boost economic growth and deliver more efficient public services, and is described as a “cornerstone” of the Government’s Plan for Change.
Identifying three overarching goals, the Plan is broken down into 50 recommendations which give further detail and approximate timelines for when each will be implemented. Overall, the Plan takes a bold approach to AI, with the “safety” and “guardrails” approach from previous Prime Minister Sunak seemingly left behind. Interestingly, cyber (security) does not feature heavily, instead only mentioned briefly in terms of increasing talent and skills, as well the potential for regulation to actually drive innovation, rather than hinder it.
If you have any questions about what these updates mean for the cyber sector or your business, or would like to engage with the Industrial Strategy consultation, please get in contact with us at secretariat@cb-network.org.
Enhancing communication between security and business leaders
Written by Marco Bresciani, Cyber Risk Enthusiast and CBN Board Member
How can cybersecurity professionals bridge the gap between technical risks and business priorities?
Communicating cybersecurity risks effectively to executives requires more than just technical knowledge – it needs data-driven, actionable insights.
Cyber risk quantification (CRQ) bridges this gap by offering an objective way to assess and communicate cyber exposure, enabling better decision-making and risk prioritisation. Frameworks like Open FAIR framework provide structured approaches, but challenges such as complexity, manual processes and static data have hindered adoption.
Early adopters show that success comes from aligning CRQ with business needs, leveraging available data and automating processes for efficiency. CRQ is now maturing into a vital tool for informed cybersecurity investment and risk management, proving that innovation thrives where determination exists.
Read the full article from CBN Board Member Marco Bresciani, who delves into the evolving role of CRQ and its potential to revolutionise cybersecurity communication.
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News Updates
CMA reform gains traction in the House of Lords
Lord Holmes of Richmond, supported by Lord Clement-Jones, tabled an amendment relating to the Computer Misuse Act (CMA) during the Lords Committee stage (day 4) debate of the Data (Use and Access) Bill.
The amendment would have afforded a legal defence for legitimate cybersecurity activities, serving to provide stronger legal protections for cybersecurity researchers and professionals engaged in threat intelligence research, updating in provisions made in 1990 by the CMA. As noted by Lord Arbuthnot of Edrom, these amendments come in the context of the long-standing CyberUp campaign. The Lords urged the Government that the update is necessary for the UK to avoid falling further behind advancements in emerging technology, such as AI.
The Minister, Baroness Jones of Whitchurch, acknowledged the importance of having the correct legal framework to protect legitimate cybersecurity activities, and that the Government is committed to ensuring the CMA is updated, with the issue being investigated by the Home Office, as well as the NCSC and law enforcement agencies.
The amendments were withdrawn.
Regional skills projects to bolster UK cyber defences
The Government has announced £1.9m new private and government funding for 30 projects, delivered by local organisations, which will be targeted at boosting the UK’s cyber resilience by plugging skills gaps.
First announced at a global cyber security meeting convened by the UK in September, these projects – delivered by organisations such as universities, local community groups and businesses – will tap into local “know-how” and partnerships to support initiatives which meet the needs of individual areas. The projects include programmes to upskill workers and improve diversity in the talent pipeline, ultimately serving to bolster the cyber workforce, drive growth, and improve economic and cyber security.
Reaction system activated to track undersea infrastructure threats
Following reported damage to an undersea cable in the Baltic Sea, the UK and allies have launched a new UK-led reaction system to track potential threats to undersea infrastructure and monitor the Russian shadow fleet via the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF).
Second UK-EU Cyber Dialogue takes place in London
The second Cyber Dialogue between the EU and UK took place in London in December, during which representatives discussed respective approaches to cyber resilience; deterrence strategies; countering cybercrime; the Pall Mall Process; cyber skills; and cyber capacity building.
The next dialogue will take place in Brussels in 2025.
UK and Norway join forces to counter eavesdropping
The UK and Norwegian governments announced an agreement to collaborate more closely on research and development of technical security, to detect and expose eavesdropping devices.
Under this agreement, the two nations aim to bolster their collective resilience against threats from hostile states.
NCSC updates
Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its annual Global Cybersecurity Outlook report, which highlights the complexity of the cybersecurity landscape – intensified by geopolitical tensions and emerging technologies, interdependencies and cybercrime sophistication, governments, organisations and individuals are being challenged to adapt and innovate in order to ensure our continued security.
Notably, the report marks a stark disparity between large and small organisations in terms of security capabilities – a trend which is reflected between the global north against the global south, and private versus public sector.
Looking ahead to 2025, the report predicts that the world is entering an “unprecedented” era of complexity – with both national and international companies facing overlapping, increasing regulatory requirements and greater dependence upon potentially insecure supply chains.
It presents an “AI-cyber paradox”, threat actors employ new technologies to widen the threat to potentially disrupt human safety, as cyber defenders race to employ the same technologies to strengthen barriers against such attacks. Future technologies such as quantum computing offer “unprecedented” opportunities to accelerate security – and risk.
The report concludes by highlighting that it is crucial for leaders to understand the cumulative impacts of this complexity on both organisational and national cybersecurity – and that the financial implications of a lack of cybersecurity measures should far outweigh the cost of implementing the measures.
Cyber in the headlines: state-affiliated threats dominate landscape
Against the backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions, reports highlighting the ever-increasing rate of cyberattacks – particularly from state-affiliated groups – have dominated sector headlines.
A report from Cyfirma focused on the sharp increase in frequency and severity of attacks from Russian-affiliated groups such as Sandworm and APT29 over the course of 2024, targeting key areas in the UK and NATO allies such as critical infrastructure, governmental and defence organisations, and supply chains.
At the same time, reports that Chinese state-affiliated Salt Typhoon hacker group carried out a series of high-profile attacks against US-based telecommunications companies has highlighted the possibility of similar attacks against UK equivalents.
The NCC Group’s analysis of cyber threats in the UK highlighted a rise in ransomware attacks which featured a “blurring of lines between criminal and state-sponsored activity”, making way for more “sophisticated” attacks from a range of actors. Over three-quarters of attacks affected organisations in Europe and North America, particularly against “industrials” sectors, with Akira acting as the most active threat and new ransomware strain Ymir emerging as a dominant player.
News of rising threats – or indeed from state-affiliated actors – may be nothing new, but recent reports taken together have indicated a refreshed awareness which we can expect to continue throughout this year; this is reflected by the NCSC’s Annual Review, and by the WEF’s Cybersecurity Outlook.
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In collaboration with Socitm, the Society for Innovation, Technology and Modernisation, the event will to reimagine how the public sector operates and serves citizens. It will tackle the barriers and challenges of transforming public services to meet demand head-on, and attendees will walk away with actionable insights on harnessing efficient, secure, and sustainable technology to deliver cost-effective, citizen-centric services.
Join IGPP in central London for an immersive journey where public sector professionals, policymakers, and the brightest minds in industry converge to explore the technological possibilities shaping the future of the UK public sector.
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Our new mission is to bring together cybersecurity companies to network, learn and debate across three key pillars — trade and export, policy, and market insights. Our members will be enabled to promote their cybersecurity expertise and capabilities, strategically engage with key stakeholders and develop lasting relationships in key verticals, in a wider effort to influence government policy and promote innovation in the sector.
The strategic direction of CBN is shaped by our Membership who benefit from increased brand exposure and engagement opportunities with key stakeholders in the cyber space, other key sector verticals, media, government and regulators.
Membership to CBN is free for all cybersecurity organisations. If you are interested to hear more about CBN or want to become a member, then please reach out to secretariat@cb-network.org for more info.
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Author: Marco Bresciani, Cyber Risk Enthusiast – CBN Board Member
Security leaders experience a continual trade-off between what they want to achieve and the resources that the organisation is willing to give them, be it funding, tools, suppliers, or people. At the same time, their executives need to quantify the financial loss that the organisation will incur if that specific risk happens.
This is not trivial: Gartner at the London 2024 event pointed out the need to “mind the gap” when reporting cybersecurity to management, providing different stakeholders with information they can act upon.
As someone who has worked in the cybersecurity industry since 1996, I have worked with banks and other regulated industries across EMEA, and realised many leaders avoid risk quantification due to misconceptions about data needs and complexity.
In this article I will highlight why cyber risk quantification (CRQ) serves as a vital purpose for security leaders, fostering better discussions with executives. Also, I will explain how organisations can achieve significant improvements in decision-making and risk prioritisation by debunking the myths on data complexity.
CRQ has been the trusted method for actively communicating cyber exposure in an objective, well-grounded, and defensible manner for several years. It can be delivered in different ways. Most CRQ frameworks are based on the Value-at-Risk approach, developed in the Finance industry to measure the potential loss of investment portfolios.
A popular choice is the Open FAIR framework, an international, non-proprietary standard whose open nature and wealth of supporting documents helped increase its adoption by practitioners and consultants.
It’s important to remark that CRQ is not a replacement for a company’s risk management framework. The identification, analysis, evaluation, and treatment of risks are conducted as usual.
CRQ complements the qualitative output of common frameworks like COBIT or risk controls like ISO27000, by providing the “so what”, a means to compare losses deriving from risk scenarios, and the costs/benefits of mitigating actions.
Many organisations have tested CRQ in the past 5-8 years, often obtaining mixed results that made them question if introducing it in their risk management process was worth the effort. However, executives agree that when done right CRQ can foster confidence in security programs, by enabling informed decisions on cyber risk investments.
The initial stage of CRQ adoption highlighted some practical and some inherent problems:
Operationalising CRQ, even with a rigorous, well-structured, well-documented framework like FAIR, can be a real challenge.
How could we keep a CRQ initiative on the right path? The experience of early adopters suggest the following:
After the initial enthusiasm about a fresh new method and the sobering experience of delivering it, CRQ is maturing into a solid foundation to inform executive decisions about cyber risk.
More in general, CRQ is becoming an element of a broader data-driven approach to cyber risk management, where risk exposure is measured in quasi real-time, from within the organisation, across the third parties, and from the external threats.
Does it look too difficult? Remember that Lloyds made the first aviation insurance in 1911, when the “flying machine” industry was just 8 years old. Not much historical data was available to inform the decision, and possibly not many success stories too… Where there’s a will, there’s a way!
Our monthly update to bring you the relevant, high-level policy and business news from across the cyber sector.
This month, we provide an update on two significant announcements from the UK government, an insights piece from out CBN comms lead, and our usual policy and business news.
If you have any questions about the content, or believe we should add to our coverage, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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UK hosts NATO Cyber Defence Conference
On 25th November, the UK’s Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Pat McFadden, addressed the second ever NATO Cyber Defence Conference at Lancaster House to highlight the threat of Russian aggression in cyberspace and announce the launch of a new security research lab.
McFadden said NATO members need to work together to strengthen their collective cybersecurity, and must “not underestimate” the threat Moscow – and other adversaries including Iran, North Korea, and China – poses in a “hidden war”, consistently targeting critical national infrastructure. He highlighted that, after 75 years, Western allies “need NATO more than ever”.
Further, the Chancellor, who oversees all national security and resilience for the UK, unveiled a new Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR), in recognition that AI is “revolutionising” national security. The Lab, which has been set up in partnership between the UK Government, academia and the private sector, will also seek collaboration with allies including NATO and Five Eyes nations to help create better defence tools and organise intelligence.
Separately, NCSC CEO Richard Horne is expected to make is first major speech today (3rd December 2024) since starting the role in October to highlight that hostile activity in UK cyberspace has increased in “frequency, sophistication and intensity” from nation-state actors, including Russia and China, who want to cause maximum disruption. His speech also launches the NCSC’s eighth Annual Review, released today.
Chancellor calls out fraud in Mansion House speech
Rachel Reeves delivered her first Mansion House speech as Chancellor of the Exchequer on 14th November to unveil a strategy for driving economic growth, boosting private investment, and reforming financial services. Overall, her speech was centred on public investment, addressing domestic challenges, and enhancing the UK’s role in finance.
Notably, she also called on technology and telecommunications companies to go further in addressing fraud, alongside law enforcement and coordinated efforts across sectors, ahead of the upcoming fraud strategy expected in spring 2025.
If you have any questions about what these updates mean for the cyber sector or your business, or would like to engage with the Industrial Strategy consultation, please get in contact with us at secretariat@cb-network.org.
The other frontline: UK Government recognition of cyber threats
Shortly after the Labour party came to power, the new Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Peter Kyle warned that Britain is “desperately exposed” to cyber threats and pushed for the new Cyber Security and Resilience (CSR) Bill to replace a previously expected AI Bill, in order to prioritise national security amid warnings from the NCSC of rising attacks on critical national infrastructure (CNI) organisations.
Fast forward a few months down the line and NCSC Head Richard Horne has cautioned that cyber risks facing the nation, particularly from nation-state actors including Russia and China, are “widely underestimated”. He went on to say that the UK “must improve” the defence and resilience of CNI, supply chains, the public sector and the wider economy.
Horne’s speech follows the message from Pat McFadden, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster who, last week, highlighted the importance of international cooperation on cybersecurity at the NATO Cyber Defence Conference, and announced the launch of a new Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR). In his speech, McFadden noted that the war in Ukraine “is also raging on another frontline, in cyberspace.”
Taken alongside the recent designation of data centres as CNI and a potential commitment to reform the Computer Misuse Act (CMA) it would seem that the UK government has a high regard for and strong focus on cyber – however, this recognition is clearly not enough, as recent high-profile attacks on NHS hospitals and Transport for London (TfL) publicly highlight the fragility of our networks, and reports on the vulnerability of SMEs crop up frequently.
As noted by the Times, there is “only so much the government can do”, particularly given the vulnerability of supply chains, yet it still bears the primary responsibility for our national security.
So outside of legislation, what is the role of government in shoring up the defences of UK businesses? How could it better capitalise on the potential of the British cyber ecosystem – is innovation and investment really prioritised, and is the procurement process fit for purpose?
CBN plans to look at these questions – and more – in 2025. We always welcome input from our members, so please get in touch with any thoughts!
If you have questions about how you can better communicate your services, ongoing media trend analysis or wish to engage with government affairs, please get in touch with the CBN team.
Policy and political
4th Republic of Korea-UK Cyber Dialogue held in London
The UK hosted the fourth Cyber Dialogue with the Republic of Korea, during which the two countries discussed a wide range of issues including threat deterrence strategies, private sector collaboration, cyber skills, and international cooperation.
NCSC updates
Business and industry
New UKRI-funded network to bolster UK’s cyber security research ecosystem
The Cyber Security Research and Networking Environment (CRANE) NetworkPlus, established by Oxford University’s Computer Science Department, has been awarded a £6 million investment from the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Launching in 2025, the initiative aims to drive better cyber security across the economy and make businesses, charities, communities, and people more resilient against cyber threats.
UK retailers exposed to email fraud ahead of Black Friday
New research from cyber company Proofpoint reveals that 40% of top UK online retailers are not fully protecting customers from email fraud, leaving them vulnerable during the pre-festive shopping period.
The study found that only 60% of retailers have implemented Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance (DMARC) protection – an email authentication protocol designed to block fraudulent emails. While this is a slight improvement from 2023, many retailers still lack adequate security.
Amid holiday sales, the report urges consumers to use multi-factor authentication, avoid suspicious websites and verify deals to stay safe from phishing and fraud.
This report is based only on data collected by Proofpoint.
Our new mission is to bring together cybersecurity companies to network, learn and debate across three key pillars — trade and export, policy, and market insights. Our members will be enabled to promote their cybersecurity expertise and capabilities, strategically engage with key stakeholders and develop lasting relationships in key verticals, in a wider effort to influence government policy and promote innovation in the sector.
The strategic direction of CBN is shaped by our Membership who benefit from increased brand exposure and engagement opportunities with key stakeholders in the cyber space, other key sector verticals, media, government and regulators.
Membership to CBN is free for all cybersecurity organisations. If you are interested to hear more about CBN or want to become a member, then please reach out to secretariat@cb-network.org for more info.
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We match data-driven science with human ingenuity to expand our full-funnel, specialist services and expertise. Our vision is to accelerate positive change and impact across the world. A firm believer of cybersecurity as an enabler of growth and resilience, we are proud to driving its prosperous impact forward. Get in touch with secretariat@cb-network.org to understand more on how Clarity can enhance reputation, create impact, and drive growth in your organisations.