How to spot scammers claiming to be from the NCSC

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December 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM

Summary

The article provides guidance on how to identify scammers impersonating employees of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). It emphasizes the importance of verifying the legitimacy of communications to protect against potential cyber threats. The implications highlight the ongoing risk of scams targeting individuals and organizations under the guise of official cybersecurity communications.

Original Article Summary

Check that you're talking to a genuine NCSC employee, and not a criminal.

Impact

Not specified

In the Wild

Unknown

Timeline

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Remediation

Verify the identity of the caller or communicator through official channels before engaging further.

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