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. […]
Be Aware of Vishing Scams
A voice phishing scam (“vishing”) is a phishinig attack by phone. The criminal will call the intended target and try to urge them to take an action to scam them out of money or access. The caller will make the request seem urgent and will impersonate a financial institution, the IRS or even a utility […]
It CAN happen to you! Are you ready?
I am what some might call a cybervangelist. I am always warning people about cyber scams. Whether through phishing (emails), smishing (text messages) or vishing (voice). Last week I received a call that looked like it came from Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E), my local utility company. The number that showed up on my called […]
Cyber Security Funds Available for Local Government
The landmark $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that was signed into law has several very important elements for state and local officials. As the federal government has grappled with its own cyber security attacks which are growing seemingly exponentially, the emphasis on cyber security for all public and private entities is evident. One […]