Much to no one’s surprise, Russia has indeed launched attacks on Ukraine. We knew it was coming.Earlier this week, on the eve of the tanks rolling across the borders, computer networks in Ukraine were targeted by a “data wiping” attack. However, this is actually the second time this has happened. The first was in mid-January […]
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The War Has Started…Are You Prepared?
Much to no one’s surprise, Russia has indeed launched attacks on Ukraine. We knew it was coming. Earlier this week, on the eve of the tanks rolling across the borders, computer networks in Ukraine were targeted by a “data wiping” attack. However, this is actually the second time this has happened. The first was in […]
Russia-Ukraine War and What Does it Have to Do With Cyber Security?
As the world watches Russian troops amass along the Ukraine border, Ukraine, the US, and other countries prepare to defend against a kinetic war. However, since this is 2022, warfare can and most definitely will occur in cyber space as well. While Russia has and will continue to attack Ukraine in cyber space as a […]
Cyber Security Win, Place, and Show
A recent survey by the Center for Digital Government showed that the top priority for city and county CIO’s is Cyber Security, even ranking higher than Broadband & Connectivity and Citizen Engagement. While I am pleased to know that most local CIO’s are focused on the issue of cyber security, it does surprise me that […]
Trust but Verify
When you receive an email from someone you know or an organization with whom you have been doing business, your defenses are usually down. You have known this person for a long time or you have been dealing with that company for years. Maybe it is a brand that elicits trust…Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Verizon, etc. […]