Cynthia Brumfield
Cynthia Brumfield is a veteran communications and technology analyst who is currently focused on cybersecurity. She runs a cybersecurity news destination site, Metacurity.com.
2016 election hacking in Florida: Russian emails, hidden tracks
The Mueller Report says the Russians planted malware on at least one Florida county system, and Florida's governor announces that two counties were hacked in 2016. Experts believe the problem could be bigger.
Why local governments are a hot target for cyberattacks
Recent ransomware and other attacks underscore the value attackers see in the data stored in city and regional government systems. Here's why they are vulnerable and what they can do to reduce the threat.
FEMA contractor at center of privacy violation provides services to many other agencies
Corporate Lodging Consultants provides lodging services to many other government agencies. Is more sensitive personal information at risk?
Congress steers clear of industrial control systems cybersecurity
Industry resistance to regulation, complexity of securing ICS systems are roadblocks to passage of critical infrastructure cybersecurity legislation.
New CISA director outlines top 5 priorities for protecting U.S. critical infrastructure
CISA’s Christopher Krebs has a two-year plan for his new cybersecurity agency, with China, supply chain and 5G as top priorities.
The cybersecurity legislation agenda: 5 areas to watch
The 116th Congress is only a few months old, but far-reaching cybersecurity bills to protect infrastructure and the supply chain, ensure election integrity, and build a security workforce are now being considered. Here’s the list.
EFF has an encryption plan for the entire internet
Spurred by government surveillance of data, the Electronic Frontier Foundation is making progress toward its goal of encrypting all internet traffic using technology and scorecards.
Why one of America’s top experts is hopeful for better election security
Voting machines and elections in general are still vulnerable to hacking, says Matt Blaze, but adoption of risk-limiting audits and software independence gives opportunity for improvement.
How Facebook's privacy woes might change the rules of the road in 2019
Following a string of data privacy and protection missteps, Facebook faces potential backlash from legislators and consumers that could affect all companies that process consumer data.
Finally, a meaningful congressional report on stemming cybersecurity attacks
The Cybersecurity Strategy Report offers solutions to six problem areas in an effort to improve IT's ability to cope with today's cyber threat landscape.
