How governments can trust IT security: It’s all about identity
To get most from their security protocol, agencies must rely on multifactor authentication, endpoint device security and self-healing capabilities.
Countering network resident threats in government networks
Network security monitoring is an operational and tactical method for incident detection and response.
Cybercriminals seek profit in coronavirus
Government officials in some states have alerted staffers and the public about the threat of coronavirus-based phishing emails and have stepped up monitoring for malicious email.
Better than cyber insurance: A new approach to ransomware
Securing IT infrastructure and data can help governments avoid the “to pay or not to pay” dilemma.
How agencies can stop limiting their access to cybersecurity talent
To build their cybersecurity workforce, agencies should consider opportunities to cross-skill IT-capable employees for advanced roles.
5 ways to avoid phishing lures
The right software can detect suspicious activity and alert security teams, but employees should also avoid risky behaviors that invite threats.
‘Internet of things’ could be an unseen threat to elections
Not only must state and local authorities and intelligence communities remain vigilant, but citizens should secure their own internet-connected devices and watch for personalized attempts to influence or disrupt their political participation.
Federal outlook: ICAM access and automation
Identity, credential and access management solutions that are operations- and automation-ready, easy to deploy, transparent and frictionless will help agencies deploy secure access for their users and contractors.
Cyber researchers get legal tips from DOJ
The Department of Justice issued some non-binding legal advice to security researchers who gather cyber intelligence from dark corners of the internet.
Ransomware evolves from side hustle to main gig
As profits increase for hackers, the number of ransomware attacks will continue to escalate, according to a new threat report.
Voting problems turn the spotlight on confidential data
Large voter turnouts, user errors, untested technology, faulty apps and the cache of voters’ hacker-tempting personally identifiable information continue make the encryption of personally identifiable information is all the more important.
Ransomware attacks prompt tough question for local officials: To pay or not to pay?
Some local governments pay ransoms because they need their data back quickly and might not have the expertise or resources to do it themselves. Others say they refuse to be extorted, and some municipalities wind up in the middle.
Some election-related websites still run on vulnerable software older than many high schoolers
Websites in dozens of towns and counties voting on Super Tuesday have security weaknesses. Richmond, Va., still uses software from 2003.
4 strategies for staying on top of mobile security
Combining technical processes and old-fashioned awareness can help agency administrators stay ahead of hackers in the mobile security game.
DHS cyber chief takes on ransomware
While Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has not aggressively addressed ransomware threats, the agency is reaching out to local governments, businesses and critical infrastructure managers about how to prepare and respond.
The census goes digital -- 3 things to know
Collecting data online carries some significant risks that are new to the census and may undermine the accuracy of the count and the public’s trust in the process.
How SLED agencies can defend against ransomware
When combined with education and regular backups, a security and incident management solution can help agencies defend against cyber attackers and expensive ransomware.
Scientists build ‘tag of everything’ to combat counterfeits
Researchers at MIT have hit on a way to reduce the size and power requirements of tracking tags while boosting their security.
GitHub: Secure enough for government work, mostly
Agencies are embracing the use of open-source tools like GitHub to better coordinate development projects.
Defending against multifaceted election attacks
Voting system vulnerabilities have been the focus of election security discussions, but critical infrastructure attacks that prevent voters from getting to the polls could prove more effective.
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