CYBER SECURITY

Cyber security agency issues alert over Election hacking threats

Cyber security agency issues alert over Election hacking threats

According to The Irish Examiner, Ireland’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has raised significant concerns about potential cyber threats during the upcoming general election, warning of various risks to the democratic process. The agency has identified an overall “medium” threat level for cyberattacks targeting political candidates and parties during the election campaign. Of particular concern … Read more

Cyber attacks move from big targets to SMEs, Government warns

Gardai and government ministers have urged companies to prepare for potential ransomware attacks, citing an increase in the frequency of assaults on small and medium-sized firms. The government and Gardai launched a joint awareness campaign on Tuesday for October’s European Cyber Security Month. This year’s campaign focuses on the twin themes of phishing and ransomware, … Read more