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Enterprise Resilience Saved the Day During COVID-- But Does Anyone Realize It?
Earlier this year Lyndon Bird discussed the emergence of Covid-19 and the affects it might have on the resilience profession. In this follow up blog he points out that the primary players in what is starting to emerge as the core resilience disciplines have stepped up to the plate, thus making ongoing operations possible.
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Homeland Threat Assessment Highlights Risks for Resilience Efforts
The Homeland Threat Assessment (HTA) is the first of its kind for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The HTA draws upon all sources of information and expertise available to the Department, including from intelligence, law enforcement, and operational Components. The result is a “Whole-of-DHS” report on the threats to the Homeland. This HTA is as close as the American people will get to seeing and understanding the information DHS sees in their national security missions. The 26-page report outlines the following threats: cyber, foreign influence activity, economic security, terrorism, transnational criminal organization, illegal immigration, natural disasters.
Read more >>Learning to Hack: Hackers turn to artificial intelligence to guess passwords and hide threats
Machine learning is making it easier for bad actors to breach cyberdefenses.
Read MoreAn Ounce of Prevention: While a disaster recovery plan is important, it may not be enough to protect against a ransomware attack
Organizations need to emphasize cyber hygiene to reduce the likelihood that an employee might accidentally let an attacker in.
Read MoreKeeping Everyone Involved: A Fun Run at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology looks to fund a bursary to increase diversity in disaster and emergency management
Organizer Chaka Zinyemba seeks to expand the diversity of opinion in disaster response to include more members from marginalized communities.
Read MoreHome Security: During the COVID-19 lockdowns, more than half of organizations experienced security incidents related to remote work
For those working remotely, phishing remained the most common cybersecurity threat.
Read MoreThe Stress of Compassion: A new app from the University of Minnesota helps first responders cope with emotional and physical exhaustion
Emotional and compassion burnout is a common problem, as responders are overworked.
Read MorePlanning for the Future: Companies need to revisit their business continuity plans to reflect new and potential threats
COVID-19 continues to reshape how organizations work, and how employees engage with their business.
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Listen to top-notch speakers with the latest information in EM and enjoy extended live question and answer sessions. This event includes a multitude of topics across the EM spectrum, enhancing your knowledge and strengthening your network.
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DRI Webinar: Cybersecurity & COVID-19 - The Current Landscape
While organizations are overwhelmed meeting the challenges of a pandemic, cyber criminals have found a perfect opportunity to attack. In May, 2020 DRI hosted Dr. Pano Yannakogeorgos of the NYU Center for Global Affairs for an up-to-the-minute look at cybersecurity in the age of COVID-19. The Faculty Lead of MS Global Security, Conflict & Cyber, Dr. Yannakogeorgos covered recent examples of how hackers have taken advantage of the crisis, how governments and grassroots efforts have responded, and the risks of shifting to remote work without cybersecurity procedures in place. Login to view the no-cost webinar.
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