Is Hernando County Under A Cyber Threat?

In this conversation, the hosts discuss a recent cybersecurity incident in Hernando County, where there was a disruption in the county's information technology services due to a potential ransomware attack. The county has been tight-lipped about the incident, which raises concerns about the safety of people's information. The hosts emphasize the importance of investing in cybersecurity and suggest that local governments should consider migrating to state-approved cloud services for better protection. They also discuss the need for federal involvement in providing cybersecurity solutions and the potential challenges in implementing such measures.

Article: County Remains Tight-Lipped about Cybersecurity Incident
https://www.hernandosun.com/2024/04/12/county-remains-tight-lipped-about-cybersecurity-incident/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR05R9--b92VNj5yIpEImOh8q4Dzw0_YygiVqxCOtWmZH-9eU63r_vECPQk_aem_AdMGbAGamMXu8UCPQ2pa9Q0L8zJY0v4hd6NQisSCxaLNZz62eZvFhzlJtVGnIoNQRxgRHU6_TCARq31EUO3hrGzu

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:31 Overview of the Cybersecurity Incident in Hernando County
06:43 Transparency and Public Disclosure in Cybersecurity Incidents
09:52 Migrating to State-Approved Cloud Services for Better Cybersecurity
13:01 The Need for Federal Involvement in Providing Cybersecurity Solutions
15:24 Challenges and Opportunities in Implementing Cybersecurity Measures

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