Cyber Security Awareness Month 2026
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Cyber security is evolving at an unprecedented pace. From AI-enabled threats and ransomware attacks to changing regulations and emerging technologies, staying informed is critical for both security professionals and business leaders.
This October, for Cyber Security Awareness Month, our expert team are sharing practical insights and the most impactful qualifications that organisations need to navigate today's threat landscape with confidence.
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Cyber security is no longer just an IT concern. From costly data breaches and operational disruption to emerging AI-enabled threats, cyber incidents can have significant financial, reputational and operational consequences for organisations.
Recent cyber security incidents have shown how quickly cyber incidents can disrupt organisations and expose new risks:
Cyber Security Awareness Month is a reminder that strong cyber security starts with people. Whether you're looking to improve your own skills or upskill your team, the right training can help build the awareness and confidence needed to identify threats and reduce risk. Get in touch to discuss your training needs.
What is Cyber Security Awareness Month?
Cyber Security Awareness Month is a global campaign held each year to promote cyber security education, encourage safe online behaviours, and help organisations strengthen their security culture. The initiative brings together businesses, government bodies, educators, and security professionals to raise awareness of cyber risks and share practical steps for staying secure.
For organisations, it provides an opportunity to reinforce good security practices, support employee learning, and strengthen resilience against evolving cyber threats.
When is Cyber Security Awareness Month?
Cyber Security Awareness Month takes place every October. Throughout the month, organisations around the world run awareness campaigns, training activities, security workshops, and educational events aimed at helping individuals and businesses improve their cyber security knowledge.
Many businesses use the month as a catalyst to review internal security practices, refresh employee training, and identify skills gaps within their cyber security teams.
What are the main cyber threats facing businesses in 2026?
While cyber threats continue to evolve, some of the most significant challenges facing organisations in 2026 include phishing and social engineering attacks, ransomware, supply chain vulnerabilities, cloud security risks, identity-based attacks, and the misuse of AI by threat actors.
As attackers become more sophisticated, organisations need a combination of skilled people, effective processes, and robust technologies to remain protected. Building cyber security capability across the workforce is increasingly recognised as one of the most effective ways to reduce risk and improve resilience.
What resources are available for Cyber Security Awareness Month?
There are many ways organisations can participate in Cyber Security Awareness Month. Resources include employee awareness training, cyber security certifications, apprenticeships, practical workshops, webinars, expert-led events, and educational content focused on current threats and best practice.
QA provides a range of cyber security learning solutions designed to help organisations build capability at every level, from foundational awareness training for employees through to specialist technical training, certifications, and apprenticeships for cyber professionals. By investing in ongoing learning, organisations can create a stronger security culture and better prepare for future cyber challenges.
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