NJCCIC Advisory: May 2024 Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Microsoft products, the most severe of which could allow for remote code execution in the context of the logged on user. Depending on the privileges associated with the user, an attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with [...]
Established in 2021 in partnership with the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Identity Management Day is held on the second Tuesday of April (April 9, 2024). This is a day of awareness to educate business leaders, IT decision makers, and the general public about the importance of identity management. A free virtual conference is also available - [...]
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in Apple products, the most severe of which could allow for privilege escalation. Depending on the privileges associated with the user, an attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights [...]
NJCCIC Bulletin: Schemes Using Deepfake Technology on the Rise Deepfakes are a form of media that have been digitally manipulated, often through artificial intelligence, to replace one person's likeness with that of another. Cyber threat actors are using deepfake technology in new social engineering schemes. A finance worker in Hong Kong was recently convinced to [...]
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) jointly released a Water and Wastewater Systems Sector Cybersecurity Toolkit to aid Water and Wastewater Systems Sector stakeholders in bolstering their cybersecurity preparedness across the nation. To build security and resilience within the Water and Wastewater Systems Sector, CISA works closely with [...]
Resolve to be Resilient! Each year, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leads the national recognition of Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience (CISR) Month in November. This annual effort focuses on educating and engaging all levels of government, infrastructure owners and operators, and the American public about the vital role critical infrastructure plays in [...]
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a collaboration between government and private industry to raise awareness about digital security and empower everyone to protect their personal data from digital forms of crime. The MEL continues to be a leader in the development of cyber security education and cyber risk management programs for public entities in New [...]
Stanford Law published this blog exploring why local governments are such attractive targets for hackers and why they are ill-prepared to deal with cyber security issues. Click here to read the article.
Bloomberg Law featured this opinion editorial from a former Manhattan District Attorney who analyzes some high-profile cyber attacks and offers advice to governments and companies on how to combat digital crimes against industry and agencies. Click here for the article.
34 cybersecurity statistics to lose sleep over in 2023 This article from TechTarget.com provides insight into 34 eye-opening cybersecurity stats from dozens of security experts on a variety of topics from crime and jobs to trends that should be considered in developing your security plan. Click here to read the article.
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