November 22, 2024 at 11:53AM Nearly 100 large community water systems in the U.S. possess serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities, risking water supply for 27 million Americans. Despite regulations, financial and resource constraints hinder proper security measures. Cyberattacks from various groups have targeted water systems, emphasizing a critical need for improved investment and security practices in this … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 03:02PM A recent EPA study found that nearly one-third of U.S. drinking water systems have cybersecurity vulnerabilities, affecting approximately 82.7 million people. The agency lacks a tracking system for potential attacks, relies on DHS for incident reporting, and faces ongoing challenges in enhancing cybersecurity amidst aging infrastructure. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more
June 17, 2024 at 10:14AM The County of Los Angeles’ Department of Public Health confirmed a data breach affecting 200,000 individuals, caused by a phishing attack compromising employees’ login credentials. Attackers accessed personal information, prompting Public Health to take measures and offer one year of free monitoring services. Other health agencies in the county also … Read more
October 26, 2023 at 12:21PM The US cybersecurity agency CISA and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have released a cybersecurity toolkit for healthcare and public health organizations. The toolkit provides guidance on cyber hygiene, threat landscape, best practices, and offers risk assessment tools and recommended resources. It also suggests accessing grants and … Read more