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 CIOs is Cyber Security, which ranks higher than Broadband & Connectivity, and Citizen Engagement. While I am pleased to know that most local CIOs are focused on the issue of cyber security, it does surprise me that […]
Trust but Verify Emails
When you receive emails from someone you know or an organization with whom you have been doing business, your defenses are usually lower. 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. However, […]
Vishing Scams Coming to a Phone Near You
Vishing is a voice phishing scam or a phishing attack done by phone. The criminal will call the intended target and try to urge them to take action to scam them out of money or access. The caller will make the request seem urgent and impersonate a financial institution, the IRS, or a utility company. […]
Cyber Scams CAN happen to you! Are you ready?
By Sheri Donahue I am always warning people about cyber scams. I am what some might call a cybervangelist. 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 […]