Report: Email Remains a Weak Link in U.S. Election Infrastructure
Only 5 percent of the country’s largest counties are protecting their election officials from impersonation, according to an analysis by Valimail. Keep Reading
Senate Cyber Caucus to Hold Briefing on Government Ransomware Attacks
Sens. Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Cory Gardner (R-Colo.), the co-chairs of the caucus, will host the bipartisan event, which will feature a briefing for members from Christopher Krebs. Keep Reading
Secure Portable Electronic Devices During Holiday Travel
Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks to conduct personal business. Open Wi-Fi networks at places such as airports present an opportunity for attackers to intercept sensitive information. Keep Reading
Senate Passes Bill to Strengthen DHS Cybersecurity Coordination with State, Local Governments
The State and Local Government Cybersecurity Act would encourage national cybersecurity watchdogs to share information regarding cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and breaches. Keep Reading
CISA Cyber Leader Jeanette Manfra to Leave Government
Manfra said it was a “really hard time to leave,” but the move will give her successor time to transition into the role ahead of the upcoming 2020 presidential election. Keep Reading
DIA Report: Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Remains a Significant Concern for the United States’
Another point of concern to the United States and our allies is Iran's rapid progress in advancing its UAV capabilities. Iran sees these as versatile platforms for a variety of missions. Keep Reading
These Countries Will Emerge as Major Cyber Threats in the 2020s
The continuing rise of state-backed hackers has been one of the most dramatic cybersecurity developments of recent years. And now it seems a new set of countries are keen to use the same tactics. Keep Reading
Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience Month
New Guide Helps Critical Infrastructure Navigate Threats and Seize Power of Partnerships
Effective risk management includes resource allocation tailored to threats, assessing both physical and cyber threats, and actively engaging in information sharing. Keep Reading
Mike Aiello to Lead Cyxtera’s Cybersecurity Spin Out
Cyxtera Technologies has announced its intention to spin out its cybersecurity business into a separate company. The new business will operate as AppGate, Inc. Keep Reading
Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience Month
How Emergency Managers Can Meet Challenges of Increasingly Complex Threat Climate
State feedback sheds light on need for innovative processes, technologies and best practices. Keep Reading
