THE National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a critical warning following a wave of cyber-attacks on major UK retailers.

Following this warning, Devon and Cornwall Police is issuing a warning to all Businesses, Charities and other organisations, to raise awareness and encourage immediate action.

It recommends:

• Review your password reset procedures

• Introduce internal codewords or other identity checks for staff requesting credential changes

• Reinforce awareness among staff of social engineering tactics

• Monitor for unusual login activity, such as logins at odd times or from unexpected locations.

Further official advice can be found here National Cyber Security Centre - NCSC.GOV.UK

The police also recommend “signing up” to the South West’s Cyber Resilience Centre.

Please see here for more information - Home | Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West .