UK Cyber Monitoring Centre plans expansion in US amid risk of Category 5 attack

The UK-based Cyber Monitoring Centre (CMC) has announced plans to expand its monitoring and categorization services into the United States. This move comes as the organization warns that many businesses and critical infrastructure providers have become complacent regarding cyber threats following the initial surge of activity related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The CMC specifically identifies 2026 as a high-risk period for a 'Category 5' cyberattack, which would involve widespread, catastrophic disruption to national interests or critical services. The expansion aims to provide better visibility and standardized incident categorization across both the UK and US markets.