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Watchdog Urges Police and Fire Service to Improve Cybersecurity

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Watchdog Urges Police and Fire Service to Improve Cybersecurity

A UK watchdog has urged police forces and fire and rescue services to strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities in response to escalating cyber threats. The advisory highlights a gap between the growing sophistication of attacks and the current state of defensive measures within these public safety agencies.

Why it matters: Police and fire service operators need to prioritize cybersecurity improvements to prevent operational disruption and protect critical infrastructure that citizens depend on; practitioners supporting these sectors should evaluate current defenses against emerging threats.

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