The UK Government has released a comprehensive cybersecurity breach survey, providing valuable insights into the current state of cybersecurity policies, processes, and dependencies across various business sectors in the country. The survey identifies the most common cyber threats faced by businesses, revealing that they are often relatively unsophisticated. To counter these threats, the UK government recommends implementing a set of “cyber hygiene measures”. Encouragingly, more than two-thirds of businesses have embraced these measures, which include malware protection, cloud backups, strong passwords, restricted administrative rights, and network firewalls. However, the survey highlights a concerning trend, with certain areas of cyber hygiene experiencing consistent declines in recent years. Key metrics derived from the survey shed light on the current state of cybersecurity in the UK, with 69% of large organisations and 32% of smaller firms experiencing a breach or cyberattack. The UK government’s publication of the cybersecurity breach survey serves as a clarion call for businesses of all sizes to enhance their vigilance in safeguarding against cyber threats.