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    Data scraped from social media leaked
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Apr 13

    Data scraped from social media leaked

    According to Cybernews.com, social media apps like Facebook and Clubhouse have allowed third parties to scrape and disburse user data....
    What’s Bluetooth got to do with security?
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 31

    What’s Bluetooth got to do with security?

    Bluetooth is designed to conveniently transfer information from one wireless device to another. However, fraudsters can take advantage of...
    Block scammers from repeat scam attempts
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 23

    Block scammers from repeat scam attempts

    Do not respond in any way to suspected scams trying to contact you via phone, email, or social media. Do not give any personal...
    Latest tax-filing scam
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 23

    Latest tax-filing scam

    A new wide-ranging hacking campaign is targeting taxpayers by purporting to show blurry images of their tax return. The documents, which...
    Ransomware targeting higher education
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 17

    Ransomware targeting higher education

    The FBI Cyber Division has issued a flash warning of increased PYSA ransomware activity targeting educational institutions, and shared a...
    Cybersecurity Alert for “on-premises” Microsoft Exchange Email Servers
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 9

    Cybersecurity Alert for “on-premises” Microsoft Exchange Email Servers

    The Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) has issued an alert about a targeted attack on “on-premises versions of...
    Be cautious when banking online - check that URL!
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Mar 3

    Be cautious when banking online - check that URL!

    Because fraudsters are creating sites that look legitimate, always check the URL of the banking site you want to visit. Make sure it's...
    Is it spring cleaning time for your mobile apps?
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Feb 24

    Is it spring cleaning time for your mobile apps?

    Mobile apps on your smartphone and mobile devices provide convenient tools and entertainment for you and your family. However, those that...
    Watch out for fraud schemes related to COVID-19 vaccines
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Feb 9

    Watch out for fraud schemes related to COVID-19 vaccines

    Cybercriminals continue to manipulate the public’s interest in COVID-19 to steal personally identifiable information, login credentials...
    Watch out for scam emails pretending to be from IT staff
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Feb 4

    Watch out for scam emails pretending to be from IT staff

    With IT staff routinely updating and patching systems and equipment, cybercriminals are spoofing email addresses to appear to come from...
    Protecting data and systems
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Jan 28

    Protecting data and systems

    Cybersecurity internal controls are integral to continued operations and protection of Commonwealth data and systems. When designing...
    The Impostor Trick!
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Jan 20

    The Impostor Trick!

    A recent trend among cyber criminals is to pose as employees and request an urgent change in a payroll direct deposit account. The...
    There’s an app for that – but is it safe?
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Jan 13

    There’s an app for that – but is it safe?

    Current technology has made it possible to create applications to accomplish many tasks that make our work and home lives more efficient....
    Federal agencies warning of emerging fraud schemes related to COVID-19 vaccines
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Dec 29, 2020

    Federal agencies warning of emerging fraud schemes related to COVID-19 vaccines

    On December 21, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, and Centers...
    Looking for real time official sources for cyber alerts and information?
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Dec 22, 2020

    Looking for real time official sources for cyber alerts and information?

    With cyber incidents on the rise, knowing where to find credible information is critical. Here are the top sources for your IT, fiscal,...
    Resolve to be cyber secure in 2021!
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Dec 16, 2020

    Resolve to be cyber secure in 2021!

    Effective internal controls and security maintenance requires routine training and reminders, particularly to staff working remotely. As...
    IRS warns of COVID-19 text scam
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Dec 9, 2020

    IRS warns of COVID-19 text scam

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning of an ongoing scam in which targets receive a text message saying they have "received a...
    Beware of email promising COVID-19 benefits to state employees
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Dec 7, 2020

    Beware of email promising COVID-19 benefits to state employees

    Recently a phishing email was sent to state employees offering $3000 to all employees as a “COVID-19 benefit”. Recipients are told to...
    Keep your mobile devices protected!
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Nov 23, 2020

    Keep your mobile devices protected!

    Teleworking security doesn’t end at your desktop. Securing your mobile devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops is now more important...
    Beware of phishing emails and texts about new COVID-19 vaccine
    Office of the Comptroller
    • Nov 18, 2020

    Beware of phishing emails and texts about new COVID-19 vaccine

    Now that the election is over, cybercriminals are focused on new ways to infect and disrupt systems and steal personal information. With...
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    William McNamara, Comptroller of the Commonwealth

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