Police warn Falkirk businesses to beware of Christmas cyber criminals

The danger of cyber crime increases over the busy festive period so police have warned business owners to be extra vigilant.
By James Trimble
Published 9th Dec 2021, 09:28 BST
Updated 9th Dec 2021, 09:28 BST
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “If you’re a business owner the Christmas holidays are a prime time for cyber criminals to take advantage of. Make sure your business has put some cyber security basics in place to protect your data and your customers’ information.”

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There is advice available online, including details on risk management and vulnerability management.

Police are warning businesses to be on their guard against cyber criminals this ChristmasPolice are warning businesses to be on their guard against cyber criminals this Christmas
Police are warning businesses to be on their guard against cyber criminals this Christmas

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