Almost half of UK businesses hit by cyber attacks | Computer Weekly

"The general cyber security threat to UK organisations remains 'widespread and significant' with 43% of businesses, 28% of charities and 69% of large firms having suffered either a data breach or cyber attack in the past year."

"'These figures are a stark reminder of the importance of having robust cyber security measures. All business leaders should be gripping this issue and taking action now, especially as AI is making the threat more acute.'"

"'Organisations signing up to the Cyber Resilience Pledge will have to take three firm actions to improve their security: Make cyber security a board-level responsibility; Sign on to the NCSC's Early Warning service; Obtain the NCSC's Cyber Essentials certifications across their supply chains.'"

The UK faces widespread cyber security threats, with 43% of businesses and 69% of large firms reporting data breaches or attacks in the past year. The Cyber Security Breaches Survey for 2025-26 reveals that 29% of organizations experience incidents weekly. Cyber security minister Liz Lloyd emphasizes the urgency for businesses to adopt robust measures, especially with the rising threat from artificial intelligence. Lloyd urges over 180 CEOs to commit to the Cyber Resilience Pledge, which includes making cyber security a board-level responsibility and obtaining Cyber Essentials certifications.

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