Summary: A report by the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center reveals increasing cyber threats to state and local communities from nation-state-linked and criminal groups aiming to undermine public trust. With much of the critical infrastructure managed at local levels, there is an urgent need for improved resilience, threat intelligence sharing, and coordinated incident response. Officials emphasize the necessity for additional resources, including funding, technology advancements, and trained personnel to effectively combat these cyber incidents.
Affected: State and local governments and critical infrastructure systems
Keypoints :
- Rising cyber threats include ransomware and supply chain attacks targeting state and local organizations.
- Healthcare providers and water treatment facilities are among the most frequently targeted sectors.
- There is a critical need for stable funding and skilled personnel to defend against malicious cyber activities.