We often hear from folks that they “already have cyber security” because they have anti-virus or a firewall. They feel like that is enough to protect them from cyber attacks. However, this is a false sense of security. Here’s why. Cyber Security and Phishing First, phishing attacks account for most cyber attacks. The result of […]
K-12 Cyber Security threats snowball and schools are hard-pressed to respond
The world has certainly changed since I was a child. I am willing to bet that if you are over 30, you likely have a similar opinion, and it is not about K-12 Cyber Security. It’s everything! The idea of someone coming into our school with a gun would never have crossed our minds. If […]
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Fatigue…Yes, I’m Tired Of Hearing About It!
By now, most of us have heard about MFA. Which stands for Multi-Factor Authentication, NOT “Mother F* Aggravation.“ I am sure there are many users who have referred to it as such out of frustration for the extra 10 seconds (even though it may feel like hours) it takes out of their life to log […]
Cyber Security for County Government in 2022
Sheri Donahue’s presentation to KCJEA/KMCA Joint Summer Conference on June 8, 2022, Griffin Gate Marriott in Lexington
Five Questions Leaders Should Ask About Cyber Security
An organization leader, county judge, mayor, or company president does not have to know everything about cyber security, nor are they expected to unless you run a cyber security company. However, they should ensure their team can adequately answer some basic questions. Your organization doesn’t have to face these cyber security threats alone. Commonwealth Sentinel […]
Half of All Local Governments Face Cyber Attacks Daily
60% of all small businesses hit by a cyber attack will go out of business within six months. Half of all local governments face cyber attacks daily. If that happens, the people who work there will lose their jobs, and the owners will lose money. The employees can find other jobs, and the owners can […]