US-CERT Warns About DHS-Themed Ransomware
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October 26, 2012
At DHS, we’re working to develop the next generation of leaders in cybersecurity while fostering an environment for talented staff to grow in this field.
We are building strong cybersecurity career paths within the Department, and in partnership with other government agencies. We are also creating training and development opportunities to retain our most talented employees and ensure their professional development. In collaboration with the National Security Agency, we are strengthening the nation’s educational infrastructure by supporting Centers of Academic Excellence across the country.
In addition, we are extending the scope of cyber education beyond the federal workplace through the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, involving students from kindergarten through post-graduate school.
And we sponsor the U.S. Cyber Challenge, a program that works with academia and the private sector to identify and develop the best and brightest cyber talent to meet our nation’s growing and changing security needs.
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With media coverage of cyber attacks proliferating, and public sector policy shops giving security increasing attention, the US Department of Homeland Security finds itself at the front lines of securing the nation’s digital assets.
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For DHS, Cybersecurity Education Begins in Kindergarten Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano delivers a speech at George Washington University on January 27, 2011 (Photo: DHS) (CNSNews.com) – In a blog on the Department of Homeland Security website, Secretary Janet Napolitano said her department is working to:
===> develop the next generation of leaders in cybersecurity beginning in kindergarten. <===
“At DHS, we’re working to develop the next generation of leaders in cybersecurity while fostering an environment for talented staff to grow in this field. We are building strong cybersecurity career paths within the Department, and in partnership with other government agencies,” the secretary said.
DHS also sponsors the U.S. Cyber Challenge, she said, “a program that works with academia and the private sector to identify and develop the best and brightest cyber talent to meet our nation’s growing and changing security needs.”
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Based on US-CERT’s report, I can’t say for certain if the emails in question contain links or attachments that hide the ransomware itself, or if the warning message is displayed directly in the email.
In any case, users are advised to avoid clicking on links contained in suspicious emails. They’re also advised not to provide any information or money to the crooks.
Check also:
- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet?tag=RANSOMWARE