Cyber Risk Brief: Ransomware Reality: How to Protect Your Community

Welcome to MMRMA’s Cyber Risk Brief on the latest threats in cyber security.

This episode of Cyber Risk Brief dives into the alarming rise of ransomware attacks on the public sector, using the recent St. Paul, Minnesota crisis as a cautionary tale. Host Aaron Meadows, Senior Systems Engineer at Rehmann Technology Solutions, unpacks the timeline of the attack, its devastating impact, and the vulnerabilities that made it possible. Learn how MMRMA’s grant programs can help your organization build robust defenses, from virtual CISOs to advanced backup systems, and ensure you’re prepared before the next cyber threat strikes.

Don’t wait for a crisis, act now to protect your community and maintain public trust.

 

Resources and References:

• https://www.reuters.com/world/us/minnesota-calls-national-guard-after-st-paul-slammed-by-digital-attack
• https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/thousands-report-password-change
• https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/st-paul-still-working-on-a-fix-after-july-25-cyberattack/