At the MACo Summer Conference, state, local, and federal leaders came together for a candid discussion on the realities of cyber threats facing county governments. The Summer Conference session, The Cyberattack “Hot Wash” – Lessons Learned After Things Went Wrong, examined firsthand experiences with cyber incidents and practical strategies for prevention, response, and recovery. State Delegate Vaughn Stewart moderated the panel, guiding an engaging conversation on navigating cyberattacks, protecting critical systems, and ensuring continuity of…

At the MACo Summer Conference, county officials stepped into the middle of a simulated ransomware attack, testing how local governments communicate and coordinate in the face of a crisis. Hackers are increasingly targeting states and local governments with sophisticated cyberattacks. Securing government information systems is critical, as a cyber intrusion can be very disruptive, jeopardizing sensitive information, public safety, and delivering essential services. The Summer Conference session, Ransomware Reality: Communicating Through a Cyberattack – An…