FBI Cyber Division’s Post

In past elections, malicious actors have sought to spread or amplify false or exaggerated claims about cyber incidents to manipulate public opinion, discredit the electoral process, or undermine confidence in US institutions. But just so you know: Ransomware attacks against state and local governments or election infrastructure would not impact the security and resiliency of vote casting or counting. Read the new #PSA from the #FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to learn more: https://lnkd.in/en6Zffaz In past elections, malicious actors have sought to spread or amplify false or exaggerated claims about cyber incidents to manipulate public opinion, discredit the electoral process, or undermine confidence in US institutions.

ICYMI: the FBI Cyber Division and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued an announcement last week to inform the public that while #ransomware attacks against state or local government networks or election infrastructure could cause localized delays, they will not compromise security or accuracy of vote casting or counting processes. Read the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/eADEUgdw Recommendations for how to understand and mitigate the potential impacts of a ransomware incident on #electioninfrastructure: ✅ Get election info early from state and local officials ✅ Use only official state/local election websites ✅ Watch for false claims about cyber incidents ✅ Be cautious of suspicious social media, emails, or calls ✅ Verify any election-related information with trusted sources Find more #electionsecurity resources on CISA's website: https://lnkd.in/erv_w8xf #Protect2024 #criticalinfrastructure #nationalelections #natsec #nationalsecurity #securethevote #stateandlocal

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest in cybersecurity in this edition of SecureCyber's Weekly Cyber Update. This week, we dive into the most pressing headlines, including a potential cyberattack on the Trump campaign, a massive data leak of 2.7 billion records (including SSNs), fake X content warnings, and a new attack targeting the Sumter County Sheriff's Office. Don't miss out on the critical insights and updates you need to stay secure. https://lnkd.in/gJfFJuFx #cyberdefense #cybernews #election2024 #cyberattack

🚨 Breaking News in the 2024 Election Cycle 🚨 The Trump 2024 campaign is facing a significant cybersecurity breach, with reports confirming that internal documents were stolen by alleged Iranian hackers. The FBI has officially confirmed it is investigating the matter, underscoring the ongoing threat of foreign-state interference in U.S. elections. If a breach like this can happen to a high-profile campaign, it can happen to any campaign or organization. This is a wake-up call for everyone to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses to protect against threats. Need help forming a plan? Check out this blog: https://lnkd.in/e-GEXeZC #CyberSecurity #StayVigilant #IncidentResponsePlans #TabletopExercises #RealWorldThreatScenarios

“Hesitancy and doubt leads to delay, and delay is what allows malicious cyber actors to operate” – Don Yeske, US Department of Homeland Security. https://hubs.li/Q02TN9TR0 Non-subscribers can get a snapshot of Risk’s coverage. Registration is free and allows you to read two articles a month: https://hubs.li/Q02TN3zp0

“Hesitancy and doubt leads to delay, and delay is what allows malicious cyber actors to operate” – Don Yeske, US Department of Homeland Security. https://hubs.li/Q02TNnTH0 Non-subscribers can get a snapshot of Risk’s coverage. Registration is free and allows you to read two articles a month: https://hubs.li/Q02TNhL50

“Hesitancy and doubt leads to delay, and delay is what allows malicious cyber actors to operate” – Don Yeske, US Department of Homeland Security. https://hubs.li/Q02TNk1s0 Non-subscribers can get a snapshot of Risk’s coverage. Registration is free and allows you to read two articles a month: https://hubs.li/Q02TN3WV0

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have released a public service announcement to raise awareness about potential Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks during the 2024 election cycle.   DDoS attacks might hinder access to election-related information, like voter look-up tools, but they will not prevent voting or compromise voting systems.   The continued focus on these potential issues is critically important to prevent foreign adversaries or cybercriminals from creating confusion and uncertainty about the efficiency and accuracy of our election systems. Read CISA release here: https://lnkd.in/e52XQJtM    #ElectionSecurity #CyberAwareness #DDoS #CISA #FBI

Sensationalising news reports of cyber crimes create awareness but also cause fear of anything digital, especially among older people. News reports should always add context and list measures that people can take to secure themselves. #securityawareness

Harmonization of regulation will be an issue for businesses. It starts within our own governments, but some international harmonization will also be required since all software companies are essentially global entities.