[CDP-development] FW: Week 4 - Cybersecurity Awareness Month Resources

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month<http://www.cisa.gov/cyber-security-awareness-month?utm_source=regionsemailt&utm_medium=emaill&utm_campaign=cybermonth2021> , is now in its final week, with the overarching theme of "Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart." CISA and the National Cyber Security Alliance<http://www.staysafeonline.org/> (NCSA) spearhead this important annual campaign to increase our individuals' and organizations' cybersecurity awareness.

Join us as we recognize the 18th Cybersecurity Awareness Month. All through the month CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCSA) are asking you to "Do Your Part. Be Cyber Smart." Cybersecurity is important for all Americans, and CISA and NCSA are sharing information and resources to help every one of us recognize and reduce the risk of cybersecurity threats.

Each week in October we will highlight a different aspect of what it takes to "Do Your Part. Be Cyber Smart.

*       Week 4 (October 25-31): Cybersecurity First:

Explore how cybersecurity and staying safe online is increasingly important as our world continues to operate virtually for so much of work and play.

We are asking for you to take action at work and at home to drive home our message. Follow us on social media we share tips and tools throughout the month that highlight each of the weekly messages. Want to do more? We have tools and resources for organizations to conduct their own efforts to promote cybersecurity.


Cybersecurity Awareness Month Resources
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During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the following resources are invaluable tools for reducing cybersecurity risks and protecting yourself online. Use these resources in your communities and share them with your stakeholders throughout the year to encourage strong, nationwide cybersecurity. These materials are free and may be modified to meet your needs.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 Tip Sheets<read://https_www.cisa.gov/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cisa.gov%2Fcybersecurity-awareness-month-resources%3F3739a18c-0c68-43cc-a4cb-b8b99e9bfd72%3D63367a0a-d8a6-4035-bda9-374e102beeef>
Week 4 Tip Sheets: Cybersecurity First
Cybersecurity 101 Tip Sheet<https://www.cisa.gov/publication/cybersecurity-awareness-month-publications>
Cybersecurity is the art of protecting networks, devices, and data from unlawful access or criminal use and the practice of guaranteeing confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. Communication, transportation, shopping and medicine are just some of the things that rely on computers systems and the Internet now. Much of your personal information is stored either on your computer, smartphone , tablet or possibly on someone elses system. Knowing how to protect the information that you have stored is of high importance not just for an individual but for an organization and those in it.
Why is Cybersecurity Important Tip Sheet<https://www.cisa.gov/publication/cybersecurity-awareness-month-publications>
Cybersecurity is the art of protecting networks, devices, and data from unlawful access or criminal use and the practice of guaranteeing confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. Communication, transportation, shopping, and medicine are just some of the things that rely on computers systems and the Internet now. Much of your personal information is stored either on your computer, smartphone, tablet or possibly on someone else's system. Knowing how to protect the information that you have stored is of high importance not just for an individual but for an organization and those in it.
Cybersecurity Starts with You Tip Sheet<https://www.cisa.gov/publication/cybersecurity-awareness-month-publications>
Every time you use the Internet, you face choices related to your security. Friends can be selected, links clicked, websites accessed, and wireless networks can be joined. Your security and the security of the nation depends on making secure online decisions. Making the Internet more safe and secure requires all of us to take responsibility for our own cybersecurity posture.
Approaching Cybersecurity Tip Sheet<https://www.cisa.gov/publication/cybersecurity-awareness-month-publications>
As cyber-attacks and their consequences grow, the imperative for cybersecurity and resilience is becoming increasingly important, not just to homeland security, but businesses, schools, and individuals. Attackers use a variety of vulnerabilities and phishing attacks to compromise the security of networks and devices. To approach this threat effectively and protect your networks, it is even more necessary to become familiar with cyber essentials.

Theresa A. Masse
Cyber Security Advisor, Region 10 (Oregon)
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Department of Homeland Security
Phone: (503) 930-5671
Email: theresa.masse at cisa.dhs.gov<mailto:theresa.masse at cisa.dhs.gov>

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