“In August, the online group known as Anonymous hacked its way into 70 law enforcement computer systems, defacing websites and exposing sensitive information, such as email, tips on suspected crimes and profiles of gang members, according to the Associated Press. . . . But this time the attacks didn’t occur at large federal, state or local law enforcement departments. Instead the hacktivists went after small, mostly rural police and sheriff offices. The ease with which they broke into the websites and exposed information was a strong reminder that cyberattacks can happen in any state or locality.”
In a recent article, Governing Magazine offers a strong reminder that cybersecurity is important for each community that hosts a website.
To access the complete Governing article, please visit:
Governing: Cybercrime Hits Small Towns (December 2011)
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