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Creating a Council to Address School Cybersecurity: U.S. Department of Education and CISA Join Forces
The U.S. Department of Education and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) have joined forces to establish a new federal council aimed at enhancing cybersecurity in K-12 schools nationwide. The Government Coordinating Council (GCC) for the Education Facilities Subsector, designated as one of the critical infrastructure sectors by the federal government, will engage in regular and structured communications with federal, state, local, and tribal governments to share best practices, as stated in a recent news…
Hundreds of clients at risk following SNHD cybersecurity breach.
The Southern Nevada Health District reports that up to 300 clients may have been impacted by a recent cybersecurity incident. District officials state that individuals who completed transactions on the Environmental Health Invoice Payment form on the district's website between March 4 and March 14, 2024, may have been affected. While information may have been compromised, officials do not believe that payments were affected, and other areas of the website were reportedly not impacted. The…
Zafran secures $30M+ funding to accelerate vulnerability patching efforts
Startup Zafran Security Ltd. officially launched today, offering a cutting-edge platform to help companies quickly address vulnerabilities in their technology infrastructure. During the launch, the startup revealed that it had secured over $30 million in funding, with investments from Sequoia Capital, Cyberstarts, Cerca Partners, and Penny Jar Capital. According to Forbes, Zafran plans to focus on boosting its sales efforts following this investment. Addressing vulnerabilities immediately after detection can be challenging for enterprises, especially in…
Enhanced DOD Strategy to Bolster Contractor Cybersecurity and Resilience
To protect military contractors from adversary cyber attacks, the Defense Department must commit to educating, measuring, and driving improvements in the cybersecurity and resiliency of the industrial base, as outlined in the Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Strategy released by the Pentagon on Thursday. Signed by Deputy Secretary Kathleen Hicks, the strategy aims to strengthen companies engaged in business with the Pentagon, including small businesses and subcontractors, against adversaries seeking access to sensitive data, proprietary information,…
Pentagon Unveils Strategic Plan to Enhance Cybersecurity in Defense Industry
The Pentagon unveiled its inaugural cybersecurity strategy on Thursday, aimed at safeguarding its extensive industrial base from cyber threats. Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks emphasized the importance of resilience and collaboration with the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) in defending the nation against adversarial cyberattacks. This Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Strategy serves as a roadmap for enhancing cybersecurity and resiliency within the supply chain, which comprises numerous entities contracting directly with the Pentagon. The strategy, spanning…
ARIA becomes a new member of the Rockwell Automation partner network
ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions recently became a proud member of Rockwell Automation’s PartnerNetwork™ as a Technology Partner. This partnership enables customers to discover complementary products such as AZT PROTECT™, a solution designed to safeguard operational technology (OT) environments. Technology Partners collaborate with Rockwell to deliver solutions within the Partner Ecosystem, streamlining supply chains, simplifying project implementation, and maximizing investments in automation technology. ARIA Cybersecurity’s award-winning AZT PROTECT is an advanced AI-driven endpoint protection solution tailored for…
Cisco Report Reveals Alarmingly Low Readiness for Cybersecurity Risks in Indian Organizations
Cisco revealed in its ‘2023 Cybersecurity Readiness Index’ that only 4% of organizations in India have reached a ‘mature’ level of readiness to combat modern cybersecurity risks. The index noted that enterprises in India are facing a range of cyber threats, from phishing and ransomware to supply chain and social engineering attacks. Despite efforts to strengthen their defenses, organizations are struggling to fend off these attacks due to complex security postures dominated by multiple-point solutions.…
University at Albany awarded federal grant to establish cutting-edge cybersecurity studio
Receiving $1.25 million in federal funding, the University at Albany in New York has launched a new cybersecurity initiative. The funding will be used to acquire advanced technologies and provide support to faculty members involved with the college's cybersecurity studio. The Cybersecurity Incident Response Studio at UAlbany recently unveiled its plans to collaborate with cyber and crisis management researchers from various departments within the university. Together, they will offer training and simulation exercises for partners…
Governance of Cybersecurity Infrastructure Investment is Crucial for Success
Modern aircraft are complex machines that undergo extensive testing and certifications. However, the safety of flying ultimately relies on pilots and the support processes. In cybersecurity, much like in aviation, it's not just about the technology in place but also about how well individuals can respond to unexpected events. While we have focused on building a secure infrastructure in cybersecurity, we now need to consider how all elements can work together more effectively. The release…
Breaking News: Huntsville Unveils Key Information on Cybersecurity Breach
The Town of Huntsville is currently investigating a cybersecurity incident that occurred on March 10, 2024. In response to this incident, the Town immediately enacted its incident response protocol and engaged cybersecurity experts to investigate. The impact of the event resulted in service disruptions as systems were brought offline as a precautionary measure. The Municipality can now confirm that the event was a ransomware attack that impacted the Town’s network and systems. Although the Town…