What is the National Cybersecurity Strategy? A cybersecurity expert explains what it is and what the Biden administration has changed
The new National Cybersecurity Strategy reiterates the government’s focus on resilient infrastructure and taking the offensive against hackers. But it also brings a fresh approach to the private sector.
March 20, 2023 • ~9 min
Here’s how much your personal information is worth to cybercriminals – and what they do with it
A thriving black market for stolen personal data makes millions of people vulnerable to spies, spammers, scammers and hackers.
May 13, 2021 • ~7 min
North Korea targeted cybersecurity researchers using a blend of hacking and espionage
Sophisticated fake social media personas created by North Korean hackers offered to collaborate with cybersecurity researchers. Several US researchers fell for it.
Feb. 4, 2021 • ~7 min
Ransomware can interfere with elections and fuel disinformation – basic cybersecurity precautions are key to minimizing the damage
A ransomware attack on election-related government computers in a Georgia county raises the specter of more disruptions for Election Day voting and vote tabulation.
Oct. 29, 2020 • ~11 min
Government cybersecurity commission calls for international cooperation, resilience and retaliation
In the murky world of cyber espionage and cyber warfare, effective deterrence has long been considered out of reach. A government report argues it's time to change that.
May 12, 2020 • ~7 min
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