COVID-19 Related Scams Increasing
Cyber experts are warning of significant increases in email, web, and phone scams.Departments should remind staff to be skeptical of all...
Office of the Comptroller
- Apr 15, 2020
Checklist for safer passwords
Now that so many of us are teleworking, cybercriminals are looking for ways to take advantage to get into our business networks. Weak...
Office of the Comptroller
- Apr 10, 2020
Safe video conferencing during the COVID-19 pandemic
A message from the Office of Attorney General Maura Healey for safe video conferencing during the COVID-19 pandemic BOSTON — In response...
Office of the Comptroller
- Apr 9, 2020
Three Step Cybersecurity Telework Plan
Navigating the current telework environment requires vigilant internal controls to protect equipment and systems from cyber...
Office of the Comptroller
- Apr 2, 2020
FBI Warns of Teleconferencing and Online Classroom Hijacking During COVID-19 Pandemic
As large numbers of people turn to video-teleconferencing (VTC) platforms to stay connected in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, reports...
Office of the Comptroller
- Mar 20, 2020
Important message from EOTSS regarding statewide VPN access
The following is important guidance from the Executive Office of Technology and Security Services (EOTSS) regarding VPN access at this...
Office of the Comptroller
- Mar 18, 2020
Be careful when teleworking!
With many department staff teleworking, it is critical that additional care be taken to prevent cyber incidents that can compromise...
Office of the Comptroller
- Mar 12, 2020
Be careful what you click on - scammers trying to exploit Coronavirus
Whenever news items spike on a particular topic, cyber scams increase. Be skeptical of emails that have catchy headlines, such as...
Office of the Comptroller
- Feb 26, 2020
Electronic transfer of funds and direct deposit theft
Several departments have fallen victim to vendor electronic transfer of funds (EFT) or payroll direct deposit thefts, in which cyber...
Office of the Comptroller
- Feb 11, 2020
IRS launches "Identity Theft Central"
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has launched its Identity Theft Central webpage to provide 24/7 access to online information regarding...
Office of the Comptroller
- Feb 5, 2020
Cyber controls promote business mission success
Implementing cyber and other internal controls can be challenging, especially when viewed as conflicting with budgets and business...
Office of the Comptroller
- Jan 29, 2020
Cybersecurity Alert: Multiple vulnerabilities in Apple products
The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) has issued the following advisory: Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apple...
Office of the Comptroller
- Jan 29, 2020
AGA Podcast
Recently, Assistant Comptroller for Risk Peter Scavotto joined the Association of Government Accountants' Accountability Talks podcast to...
Office of the Comptroller
- Jan 22, 2020
Do you know your incident contacts?
Emergency Incident Contacts Who in your department are the key points of contact whenever employees suspect system problems, unusual...
Office of the Comptroller
- Jan 15, 2020
Cybersecurity heightened alert reminders
CTR urges all state agencies to routinely strengthen internal controls which include cybersecurity protections for Commonwealth assets.
Office of the Comptroller
- Dec 13, 2019
Four steps to prepare for a cybersecurity risk assessment
A cybersecurity risk assessment helps to identify security vulnerabilities and effectively mitigate risks.
Office of the Comptroller
- Nov 12, 2019
CTR Launches New Cyber Center
A one-stop resource for all Commonwealth employees and vendors for cybersecurity best practices
Office of the Comptroller
- Nov 7, 2019
Cybersecurity Tip: Asset and Data Security Management
Departments are required to maintain a system to track internal assets.