HHS Cybersecurity

In today's evolving cyber landscape, staying ahead of threats requires more than just reacting—it's about continuous threat mitigation. Proactive monitoring, real-time defense, and adaptive strategies ensure your systems stay resilient against even the most sophisticated attacks.    See more from @CISA below on recommended tools and dashboards. Let's build a safer digital world together!   Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) Program | CISA   #HHSgov #SecureOneHHS https://lnkd.in/en7R2D6s

🎉 Exciting News for #HHSCybersecurity! The 3rd Annual HHS Cybersecurity Awards Program for Excellence (CAPE) nomination process has been extended until January 20, 2025!   This holiday season, take a moment to show your appreciation for deserving cybersecurity professionals by honoring them with a CAPE nomination. Let’s celebrate the outstanding efforts that strengthen our cybersecurity community! #CAPE3 #HHSgov #CyberExcellence #SecureOneHHS

Did You Know? Using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for your online accounts makes it nearly impossible for hackers to succeed—even if they have your password. Industry best practices recommend enabling MFA whenever possible, especially for financial and healthcare accounts. 👉 Learn more about MFA here: HC3 and CISA #CISA #HC3 #HHSgov #SecureOneHHS #HHSCybersecurity https://www.cisa.gov/MFA

Did You Know? Ransomware Threats Are on the Rise! 💰 Internet crime losses potentially exceeded $12.5 billion in 2023 (FBI). 📊 Recovery Costs: Businesses spend an average of $1.85 million recovering from ransomware attacks (CISA). 🔁 Re-victimization: 80% of organizations that paid a ransom were targeted again (CISA). Don’t wait—take action today to protect your organization from ransomware threats! CISA’s Ransomware Response Checklist provides clear, actionable steps to help you stay prepared, protect your data, and recover quickly if an incident occurs. 👉 Get the checklist here: Ransomware Response Checklist | CISA Stay safe, stay secure. #SecureOneHHS #HHSgov #RansomwareProtection #HHSCybersecurity https://lnkd.in/e-Wq4P44

Give Tech Safely This Holiday Season🎄🎁 Protect your kids online with these tips: ·      Know the Risks: Children can be targets for online predators and hackers. ·      Use Safe Tech: Consider choosing tech gifts that promote learning and creativity and prioritize safety. ·      Make a Plan: Check out SAMHSA’s resources, discuss online safety with your kids, and monitor their activity. Let's make this holiday season a safe one! #HHSgov #SecureOneHHS #HHSCybersecurity

Great news for our HHS cyber champions! 📢 Exciting Update: HHS Cybersecurity Awards Program for Excellence (CAPE) Deadline Extended! We’re excited to see such strong interest in the 3rd Annual HHS CAPE Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions across the HHS cybersecurity community. To ensure everyone has ample time to submit nominations, we’ve extended the deadline to Friday, January 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM (ET).   💡 Reminder: ✅ Submit nominations through your division’s awards coordinator to avoid delays. ✅ Check your division’s internal cut-off date. ✅ Nominations should reflect projects completed by December 31, 2024.   🎉 Best of luck to all the nominees—we can’t wait to celebrate your achievements! #CAPE3 #SecureOneHHS #HHSgov #HHSCybersecurity

The Ghost of Phishmas Future 👻 Did you know that a lack of cybersecurity awareness can lead to a future where data breaches are commonplace, and trust is eroded? Let's not let the "Ghost of Phishmas Future" haunt our digital world—check out CISA's resources to help you stay safe this holiday season! Enjoy this cybersecurity-themed remix of a classic Christmas Carol: On the twelfth day of Phishmas, my true love gave to me.. ·      Twelve unique passwords, ·      Eleven grammar errors, ·      Ten account suspensions, ·      Nine generic greetings, ·      Eight sketchy questions, ·      Seven suspicious domains, ·      Six really good deals, ·      Five “report phishing” buttons, ·      Four well-known brands, ·      Three suspicious links, ·      Two-factor authentication, ·      And an email with a sense of urgency. So, the next time you receive a "too good to be true" email, remember the Ghost of Phishmas Future and proceed with caution. Happy Holidays (and Happy Phishing Awareness)! #SecureOneHHS #HHSgov https://lnkd.in/eHRyJx4N

🛡️ Strengthen Your Cybersecurity Posture with HC3 🛡️ Looking to safeguard your organization's sensitive patient data? The HHS Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) is your go-to resource. Why HC3? Centralized Hub: Access a wealth of cybersecurity information and insights. Real-Time Alerts: Stay ahead of emerging threats with timely cyber alerts. Expert Guidance: Benefit from technical guidance and best practices. Free Resources: Empower your team to protect patients and your organization without breaking the bank. 👉 Explore HC3's FREE tools and guides today: HC3 Products | HHS.gov #HC3 #HHS.gov #SecureOneHHS

🔐 Strengthen your cybersecurity with CISA’s services and tools to help protect your organization’s digital assets! From expert guidance and cyber hygiene services to assessments and essential cybersecurity tools—they’ve got you covered. 👉 Explore CISA’s free cybersecurity resources today: https://lnkd.in/dKSj3aUC #CISA #SecureOneHHS #HHSgov

Did you know? HHS created Healthcare and Public Health Cybersecurity Performance Goals to prepare for and respond to cyber threats, adapt to the evolving threat landscape, and build a more resilient sector. These goals and related resources are always available at HPH Cybersecurity Gateway for review or refresher! https://lnkd.in/gq_JZ6H9 #SecureOneHHS #HHSgov