CyberWire Daily States struggle with cyber shift.
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Apr 23, 2025 Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director at the FBI Cyber Division, sheds light on the critical state of cybersecurity as duties shift from federal oversight to the states. She addresses the alarming ransomware attacks, including one on Baltimore schools, and Russian threats to Dutch infrastructure. Kaiser emphasizes the necessity for urgent improvements in state preparedness amid evolving malware challenges and rising threats. The discussion highlights the importance of the IC3 in tackling the surge in cybercrime and how essential public reporting is for combating these issues.
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States Unready for Cyber Shift
- States are largely unprepared for the shift of cybersecurity responsibility from federal to local levels.
- Many face resource shortages and increasing cyber threats, making independent management unrealistic.
Baltimore Schools Ransomware Attack
- Baltimore City Public Schools suffered a ransomware attack exposing sensitive data of 25,000 individuals.
- No ransom was paid, and victims were offered free credit monitoring and support.
Rise in Russian Cyber Sabotage
- Russian state-backed cyber sabotage targeted Dutch critical infrastructure, marking first known sabotage attempts.
- Such attacks are rising across Europe, aiming for potential future disruption.