<ul><li>The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert against ransomware attacks targeting major British retailers like Harrods, Marks & Spencer, and Co-Op.</li><li>NCSC warns about the increasing risk of ransomware attacks in the retail sector and expects a rise in similar attacks in the near future.</li><li>NCSC provides guidelines for businesses to protect against ransomware attacks such as isolating and containing the threat, utilizing backup systems, reporting incidents to authorities, avoiding ransom payment, and notifying affected parties promptly.</li><li>Prevention measures recommended by NCSC include patching vulnerabilities, training employees to recognize phishing attempts, and taking proactive security measures to prevent ransomware attacks.</li></ul>

NCSC issues alert against more ransomware attacks on retailers

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