Tag: local governments
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US Local Governments Targeted in Wave of Cyber Attacks
Local governments are under siege, with a growing wave of cyber attacks crippling their operations - just like Suisun City, which was forced to declare a state of emergency after a malicious software attack shut down its entire IT network. The attacks are leaving communities vulnerable, with city services and internal operations grinding to a halt.
Schumer Urges DHS to Bolster AI Cyber Defenses with State, Local Governments
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is sounding the alarm on the urgent need for stronger AI cyber defenses, warning that there's a high-stakes race between cybersecurity defenders and AI-enabled hackers. He’s pressing the Department of Homeland Security to team up with state and local governments to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats.