Cyber security resource

NHS Digital has launched a social care cyber security resource aimed at building awareness among staff in care homes and supported living accommodation.  Called Keep I.T. Confidential, the toolkit includes free campaign materials to improve staff knowledge of cyber security concerns such as phishing, data sharing, unlocked screens and weak passwords.   Among the materials are screensavers, web banners, social media graphics and suggested copy for bulletins and newsletters.  Go to https://digital.nhs.uk/keep-it-confidential.

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