Recent Cyber Incidents in the UK

1. Electoral Commission Breach (2023)

   • The UK Electoral Commission disclosed a major cyberattack where hackers accessed voter data of 40 million people (including names and addresses).

   • The breach was linked to hostile actors, likely state-sponsored.

2. British Library Ransomware Attack (Late 2023)

   • The British Library suffered a devastating ransomware attack by the Rhysida group, disrupting services for months.

   • Sensitive employee data was leaked after the library refused to pay the ransom.

3. NHS Cyber Threats (Ongoing)

   • The National Health Service (NHS) remains a prime target for cybercriminals.

   • In 2022, a ransomware attack on a third-party supplier disrupted NHS 111 services.

4. Russian & Chinese Cyber Espionage

   • The UK government has repeatedly warned about Russian and Chinese hackers targeting critical infrastructure, research institutions, and political organizations.

Current Threats to Watch

• Ransomware Attacks (e.g., LockBit, BlackCat)

• Phishing & Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams

• Supply Chain Attacks (targeting third-party vendors)

What to Do If You’re Concerned?

✔ Check NCSC Alerts: The UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provides updates on threats.
✔ Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on critical accounts.