FBI Releases Information on Business Email Compromise (BEC) Scams
6/9/2023
Business Email Compromise/Email Account Compromise (BEC/EAC) is a sophisticated scam that targets both businesses and individuals who perform legitimate transfer-of-funds requests. The scam is frequently carried out when an individual compromises legitimate business or personal email accounts through social engineering or computer intrusion to conduct unauthorized transfers of funds. The scam is not always associated…
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Protect Against Online Threats and Risks This Summer by Teaching Children about Internet Safety
6/8/2023
June marks Internet Safety Month and the start of summer break across the country. With children and adolescents potentially spending more time online over the next few months, it’s important to know they can encounter a range of potential safety threats and risks in the digital world, including cyberbullying, online exploitation, and cyber criminals. Teaching…
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The Criminal Use of ChatGPT – A Cautionary Tale About Large Language Models
3/30/2023
In response to the growing public attention given to ChatGPT, the Europol Innovation Lab organised a number of workshops with subject matter experts from across Europol to explore how criminals can abuse large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, as well as how it may assist investigators in their daily work. Their insights are compiled…
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National Cybersecurity Strategy – March 2023
3/2/2023
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy: “This National Cybersecurity Strategy establishes a clear vision for a secure cyberspace. The Department of Homeland Security continuously evolves to counter emerging threats and protect Americans in our modern world. We will implement the President’s vision outlined in…
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New National Security Agency Cyber Security Information Sheet on Best Practices for Securing Home Networks
3/2/2023
The National Security Agency published an information sheet on Best Practices for Securing Your Home Network. This guide includes recommendations for device security, online behavior, and links to additional guidance.
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U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement – Hawaii News Releases
10/21/2022
The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Custom Enforcement produces news releases. To view news releases specific to the State of Hawaii please click here.
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SAFECOM Releases Cyber Risk Cyber Risks to Land Mobile Radio – First Edition
10/20/2022
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency announced that the Cyber Risks to Land Mobile Radio – First Edition has been published on the SAFECOM Technology Resources webpage under “Land Mobile Radio and Broadband” and Communications and Cyber Resilience.” The document intends to assist public safety managers and officials in familiarizing themselves with land mobile radio…
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