Threat Intelligence
Essential Reading
Ransomware Attacks on UK Local Councils
Redcar and Cleveland Council's 2020 ransomware attack cost an estimated £11 million to recover from — one of the most expensive cyber incidents in UK local government history.
Data Breaches in Local Government
Local authorities are consistently among the top-reporting sectors for personal data breaches to the ICO — most incidents involve preventable human error.
Phishing Attacks Targeting Council Staff
Phishing is the primary entry vector for ransomware attacks against UK local authorities — effective email security and staff training reduce risk significantly.
Further Reading
Supply Chain Cyber Attacks on Local Councils
Supply chain attacks exploiting trusted third-party software and services affected hundreds of UK public sector organisations in 2023 alone.
Insider Threats in Local Government
A significant proportion of data breaches reported by local authorities to the ICO involve insider access — staff viewing resident records without legitimate need.