Co-op’s Cyber Rescue: Turning Teen Hackers into Ethical Heroes!
The Co-op, hit by a ransomware attack, is teaming up with The Hacking Games to find and nurture young cyber talent. The goal? Steer them toward ethical hacking careers and away from a life of cybercrime. The UK needs 70,000 more cyber professionals, so it’s time to turn the hackers into heroes!
Hot Take:
Well, it seems like the Co-op is swapping out its groceries for ethical hackers! After taking a digital punch to the gut from a ransomware attack, they’re now teaming up with The Hacking Games to help foster future cyber heroes. Who knew the next generation of cyber defenders could be found in the produce aisle?
Key Points:
- Co-op partners with The Hacking Games to nurture young cyber talent for ethical purposes.
- The initiative is a response to a ransomware attack that affected 6.5 million Co-op members.
- Four individuals were arrested in connection with the cyber incident.
- The partnership aims to prevent cybercrime through early intervention and education.
- A pilot program will be developed with the Co-op Academies Trust and Oxford University.
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