16th May 2017
Posted on May 16th, 2017
Following the global cyber attack on Friday, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the police have asked the Chamber to pass information to members.
The full statement from the NCSC regarding the recent ransomware attack can be found at http://bit.ly/2py03ZF
For the most up to date guidance on combatting the recent ransomware attack visit http://bit.ly/2pDrPDZ
The Microsoft technical description of the malware used in the attack can be found at http://bit.ly/2qDg2Wx
To help reduce the risk of falling victim to a similar attack in future, members are urged to follow this guidance:
If you believe you have been a victim of a ransomware attack, report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or online at www.actionfraud.police.uk
Further comprehensive guidance on securing your business can be found on the Government’s Cyber Aware website at https://www.cyberaware.gov.uk
General NCSC guidance is available on
Specific NCSC work with the tech community on mitigating this malware can be found at http://bit.ly/2rdlJaA
Upcoming Cyber Security events for your diary:
Cyber Resilience: How to prepare to protect your business
Date:Wednesday 17 May 2017 – 4pm to 6pm
Venue: Loughborough University
Booking: http://bit.ly/2pm6j1E
East Midlands Cyber Security Forum: The Cyber Connected World
Date:Tuesday 6 June 2017 – 6pm to 8.30pm
Venue:University of Nottingham
Booking:http://bit.ly/2rmpOZk
East Midlands Cyber Security Conference 2017
Date:Thursday 6 July 2017 – 9am to 4pm
Venue:MediCity, Nottingham
Booking:http://bit.ly/2rmCnny
Digital Growth Programme
The Chamber is the delivery partner for the Digital Growth Programme, an EU-funded programme, offering SME businesses in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire the opportunity to advance their skills and knowledge in the use of digital technology, including cyber security. For more information on the Digital Growth Programme, visit http://www.ebusinessclub.biz/Projects
Member offer:
The East Midlands Chamber has teamed up with Chamber patron Economit to offer a free cyber health check to all members. Members will receive a free consultation to examine the extent of their risk to cyber crime and offer guidance on steps to reduce those risks. To register your interest please email cbrelhecdlc.kyehat@m-n.ou
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