When people hear “European Space Agency,” you don’t think data breach. You picture rockets, satellites, and mission control. The reality of ESA’s most recent cyber security incident is more familiar and more instructive for everyday organizations. The breach was not reported as an attack on spacecraft systems. Instead, it involved servers used for collaboration and […]
Cyber security is not a destination. It’s a never-ending journey
It can happen to anybody at any time. As the investigation continues and the Jefferson County Clerk’s office struggles to return to normal operations, this is one of several important lessons that all government offices and small businesses can take away from this cyber attack in Kentucky’s largest county. In a press conference on Thursday, […]
The SLCGP wait is over… and just beginning.
Kentucky’s Year 1 Grant awards have been announced after several months of anticipation. We would like to extend our congratulations to all the recipients, particularly those who are clients who will share in the $3.6 million grant funds.
You got a Cyber Security Grant… Now, What do You do?
The letters to the recipients of the DHS State and Local Cyber Security Grant Program (SLCGP) should be released any day now. Yes, I know we have been hearing that since December, but realistically speaking, it really should be soon. It has to be because soon since CISA will have to announce details for Year […]
Sharpening your cyber security saw.
We often talk about cyber security as a journey, not a destination. It is critical to keep your tools sharp (or up-to-date) along that journey. To that end, at Commonwealth Sentinel, we practice what we preach.
Last week, I participated in two free DHS/FEMA- courses offered by Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and the National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center.
Local Governments Face Daily Cyber Attacks
Sixty % of all small businesses hit by a cyberattack 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 […]