3 Cybersecurity Threats & Solutions For Government Entities

The risks associated with cyberthreats for government entities have grown in both quality and quantity. The skill of operators who carry out cyberattacks has also increased, and so too has the possible impact on governments. In fact, the landscape of cybercrime saw a drastic financial impact in 2022. In fact, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported 800,944 complaints with their coinciding losses exceeding $10.3 billion. Clearly, this is a concerning statistic, considering the fact government entities are in possession of data that is both highly classified and sensitive. There are many threats to consider when thinking about cyberattacks; however, the following three are some of the most common aimed at government entities. 

• Ransomware: As time goes on, ransomware attacks are getting increasingly targeted, financially beneficial for the attackers, economically detrimental to organizations in the public sector. People who carry out ransomware attacks have grown adept at capturing sensitive and classified data and demanding a payment for regranting access to its original owner. 
• Wipers & Other Types Of Damaging Malware: These kinds of attacks are designed to eradicate a business’ access to valuable, classified data. And, dissimilar to ransomware, this data cannot be restored even if the organization is open to paying a ransom. 
• Data Breaches: As we know, government organizations are in possession vast amounts of highly sensitive and classified data. Along with that, these organizations can also possess personal information regarding their populace. All of this data and information could be very beneficial for cyberattackers. Because of this surplus of valuable data, governments have increasingly become gravely at risk for data breaches. 

Of course, ensuring that the people that your federal, state, or local government serves are secure is of top-priority. The key? Leveraging technology that is designed to streamline operations for enhanced effectiveness and cost-efficiency. Which pieces of tech are the best, though? Simply deploy…

• Mobile Computers: Zebra’s mobile computers are built with slicing-edge technology to streamline the way your organization operates. Ensure that your data-capturing and sharing processes are efficient, consistent, and secure. 
• Tablets: Zebra tablets are not only rugged and enterprise-ready, but they are also built to provide a user-centric platform to track and manage assets and data. With a connected, secure operation, your data will be shared safely. 
• Wireless Enterprise Networking Services: The advanced wireless LAN services at Strategic Systems are designed to streamline the management and infrastructure of your wireless environment. From wireless site survey to post-installation wireless network security checks and health reports, you can ensure that your networks are stable, secure, and supported. 

No matter what kind of government you are, it is absolutely necessary to not only understand the potential cybersecurity threats you are open to, but also take the right measures to safeguard and enhance your organization’s wireless environment. If you want to bring a safe and secure wireless environment to your organization, reach out to Strategic Systems today to get started.