Government research has revealed that two - thirds of large UK businesses have suffered a cyber attack in the past year . In addition , a quarter of those who have experienced this , suffer a cyber attack at least once a month . The government has issued the findings of the survey as part of its Cyber Governance Health Strategy , which was launched after the large - scale TalkTalk breach in October 2015 . It is now expected to use the survey ’s findings to press UK businesses to better protect themselves against cyber attacks . In the coming five years , the government is spending £ 1.9bn in measures to help prevent cyber crime , and has set up a National Cyber Security Centre , the aim of which is to offer security support . It's absolutely crucial businesses are secure and can protect data. A new cyber security strategy is due to be published later this year .
Government research has revealed that two - thirds of large UK businesses have suffered a cyber attack in the past year . In addition , a quarter of those who have experienced this , suffer a cyber attack at least once a month . The government has issued the findings of the survey as part of its Cyber Governance Health Strategy , which was launched after the large - scale TalkTalk breach in October 2015 . It is now expected to use the survey ’s findings to press UK businesses to better protect themselves against cyber attacks . In the coming five years , the government is spending £ 1.9bn in measures to help prevent cyber crime , and has set up a National Cyber Security Centre , the aim of which is to offer security support . A new cyber security strategy is due to be published later this year .