As federal law enforcement agencies conduct a full-scale investigation into the recent data theft on 26.5 million veterans, the Windsor Journal reports the state of Connecticut is also taking steps to help its veterans.The Journal writes that in Connecticut, Gov. M. Jodi Rell announced the creation of a special Identity Theft Information Team composed of staff from the Departments of Consumer Protection, Public Safety, Banking and Veterans Affairs to conduct identity theft-prevention seminars for veterans throughout the state on how to monitor financial accounts and credit reports and correct any erroneous information. Team members will meet with veterans through the VFW, American Legion and other veterans service organizations.In addition, Rell has directed the state Department of Veterans Affairs to initiate an internal review of the agency’s security procedures and employee training standards used to protect veterans’ privacy information in the state’s possession, as well as to make recommendations on additional ways to enhance personal data security, the Journal writes.At the federal level, the Department of Veterans Affairs is asking all veterans to be extra vigilant and to carefully monitor bank records, credit card statements and any statements relating to recent financial transactions, the article reports. However, the VA does not believe it is necessary to contact financial institutions or cancel credit cards and bank accounts, unless veterans detect suspicious activity. The Journal also writes that the VA plans to send out individual notification letters to veterans to every extent possible. Additionally, working with other government agencies, the VA has set up a webpage and a manned call center that veterans may call to get information about this situation and learn more about consumer identity protection.For more information on the data theft at the VA, read CSOonline’s special coverage page. Keep checking in at our Security Feed page, or subscribe via RSS, for updated news coverage.Compiled by Paul Kerstein Related content feature Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2023 Fears of recession, rising interest rates, mass tech layoffs, and conservative spending trends are likely to make dealmakers cautious, but an ever-increasing need to defend against bigger and faster attacks will likely keep M&A activity steady in By CSO Staff Sep 22, 2023 24 mins Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions brandpost Unmasking ransomware threat clusters: Why it matters to defenders Similar patterns of behavior among ransomware treat groups can help security teams better understand and prepare for attacks By Joan Goodchild Sep 21, 2023 3 mins Cybercrime news analysis China’s offensive cyber operations support “soft power” agenda in Africa Researchers track Chinese cyber espionage intrusions targeting African industrial sectors. By Michael Hill Sep 21, 2023 5 mins Advanced Persistent Threats Cyberattacks Critical Infrastructure brandpost Proactive OT security requires visibility + prevention You cannot protect your operation by simply watching and waiting. It is essential to have a defense-in-depth approach. By Austen Byers Sep 21, 2023 4 mins Security Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe