CYBERISLE conference to focus on threat from hostile states

Annual event takes place in October

The spill over from the war in Ukraine, and its impact on the Isle of Man, will be one of the key topics at a cybersecurity conference this autumn.

CYBERISLE 2023 will take place on 4 October at the Comis Hotel.

It will include a presentation from the UK's National Cyber Security Centre about the threats facing the Island and the UK.

The Office of Cyber Security and Information Assurance says there are worries about the threat posed by Russian linked hacking groups as western nations grapple with the fall-out of the Ukrainian war.

The dangers have been highlighted by one of the most high-profile cyber campaigns in recent memory by the Russian linked hacking group CLOP, which has issued ultimatums to the BBC, British Airways and Boots.

Mike Haywood, interim director at OCSIA, said: "While we don’t believe it’s likely that the Island will be directly affected that doesn’t mean we can afford to be complacent.

"Our economy is home to a number of thriving sectors that, if hit, could provide significant financial or political benefits.

"We’re delighted that the NCSC will once again be part of CYBERISLE; their inside knowledge and expertise is a great opportunity to learn for both organisations and individuals alike."

You can find more information about CYBERISLE by clicking HERE.