The University’s official cyber security training covers the essentials everyone needs to know. But if you fancy going a step further and getting some real hands-on practice, there are some great free platforms out there that let you do just that. Ever wondered how attackers actually get into systems or how to stop them? You […]
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Watch our Cyber Police series and learn new skills
Closing out Cyber Month, is the Cyber Police Series: Think Netflix, but cyber. Follow Detective Luis Moreno as he tackles real-world cybercrime cases in London, uncovering how criminals operate and how they’re caught. If you are familiar with the first 4 seasons, you will be delighted to hear that season 5, tipped as the most […]
Week 3: Keeping Kids Safe Online
For staff or students with families or younger people in their lives, this week is all about protecting the younger people in your life. We’ll cover how to keep kids safe online, including the growing risk from AI tools that can misuse photos, plus links to trusted resources for parents. We recently joined the Cyber […]
Phishing Alert: Fake SharePoint Emails Targeting the University
Universities across the sector are currently being targeted by a sophisticated phishing campaign. How it works Users will receive what looks like a standard SharePoint document invitation, usually from a colleague or someone you know, sent via Microsoft SharePoint itself (no-reply@sharepoint.com). It looks completely legitimate, which is exactly the point. Clicking the above link opened […]
Why Digital Skills Matter: Discover the Digital Skills Hub
In today’s world, digital skills are no longer optional — they are essential. Whether you are a student preparing for your future career or a staff member supporting learning, teaching, and services, digital capability plays a vital role in how we work, learn, and thrive. The Digital Skills Hub is there to support everyone in […]
Wrapping up Cyber Security Month 2025.
A month of awareness, Action and Engagement As Cyber Security Month 2025 draws to a close, we can reflect on the positive messages that we hope that we have sent out to our staff and students, We have written blog posts, had some interactive campaigns that brought cyber awareness to life across campus and online. […]
Day in the Life of a Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst
Our last Cyber Security Month session turns the tables. We’ve seen how attackers think, now it’s time to step into the shoes of the defenders and see how they detect, respond, and stay ahead. Join us for an inside look at what a day in the life of a SOC analyst is really like. We […]
Password managers
Why Using a Password Manager Can Be a Smart Move In today’s digital world, we juggle dozens—sometimes hundreds—of passwords across work, school, and personal accounts. Remembering them all? Not realistic. Reusing the same one? Risky. Fortunately, there’s a more secure alternative: dedicated password management software. What Is a Password Manager? Password managers serve as encrypted […]
Gabagool Spear Phishing Incident
The university recently experienced a targeted spear phishing attack involving a phishing kit known as Gabagool. Cyber threats are increasing in sophistication, and phishing messages are becoming harder and harder to spot. We’ve created a short animation to help raise awareness and help you detect malicious emails: What happened? A member of staff received a […]
Spring update from CyberSecurity
As spring arrives, the university remains a high-value target for cybercriminals motivated to steal sensitive research data, financial information, and account login credentials. This is an ideal time to plant the seeds of secure behaviour. Here’s some guidance to help make a start – read, share and help us grow into a secure-by-design institution. Enjoy […]