UK Cyber-Attacks Surge 50% as Security Chiefs Issue Urgent Warning

Cyber-attacks in the UK surged by 50%, with major incidents targeting businesses like Marks & Spencer and Co-op. Stay cyber-resilient.

By Content Team

Oct 15, 2025

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Cyber-attacks against the UK jumped 50% in the past year, with security services now handling a nationally significant attack every other day, according to the National Cyber Security Centre. The agency dealt with 429 cyber incidents through September, with 18 classified as "highly significant" - including attacks on Marks & Spencer and Co-op Group.

China, Russia, Iran and North Korea pose the main state-level threats, while ransomware criminals drive much of the increase. GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler warned businesses: "Don't be an easy target." Government ministers are urging all organizations to make cyber-resilience a board-level priority and prepare contingency plans for complete IT system failures.

Source: The Guardian

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