Farmers get their own security advice as cyberattacks increase

guest · Dec 22, 2020

Farmers get their own security advice as cyberattacks increase
December 22, 2020
https://www.zdnet.com/article/farmers-get-their-own-security-advice-as-cyberattacks-increase/

The UK's National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) has issued its first-ever guidance for farmers to help protect their industry from malware and ransomware.

With an eye on the future of agriculture and tech, the NCSC has published guidance to help the farming sector respond to the same threats many other organizations face. NCSC notes key systems in use in the sector include email, online account tools, online payment systems as well as internet-connected farming equipment that could come under a cyberattack.

"Whilst we can't guarantee that you'll be protected from all forms of cyberattack, following this advice will significantly increase the protections you have from the most common cyber crimes," NCSC notes. It said their official statistics show a rise in reports of cyberattacks against the farming community.
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The guidance asks the agricultural sector to consider all aspects of their business that networked technology touches today, from automated machinery to security cameras and smartphones — basically every piece of technology that helps farmers go about their business.
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