Bbc King Charles III Addresses Evolving Cyber Threats on NCSC Anniversary
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- •King Charles III warns of evolving cyber threats in a letter to the NCSC.
- •Recent Asos hack involved unauthorized notifications sent to millions of users.
- •NCSC is assisting Asos in investigating the breach affecting sensitive user data.
King Charles III issued a letter to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) on its 10th anniversary, highlighting the evolving tactics of malicious online actors and the threats posed by disinformation and automated technologies. He praised the NCSC's achievements in defending against cyber attacks and safeguarding democratic institutions. The letter coincided with a recent high-profile hack of online retailer Asos, where hackers sent unauthorized notifications to millions of users, compromising sensitive personal information. The NCSC is currently assisting Asos in its investigation into the breach, which reportedly involves detailed user profiles. The King emphasized the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in the face of advancing technologies, particularly AI, which he warned could pose existential risks if misused.
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