Statewide—Attorney General Curtis Hill, co-chair of the Indiana Executive Cyber-security Council’s Legal and Insurance Working Group, today warned Hoosiers and especially business-owners to take proactive measures to protect online security. Cyber attacks, he said, are near an all-time high.
“These malicious efforts are coming in the form of phishing attempts, malware attacks and ransomware demands,” Attorney General Hill said. “They are a concern for both the public and private sectors. My office takes very seriously the security of all Hoosiers and the companies where they work. We will continue to do everything possible to ensure the online safety of Indiana residents.”
To that end, Attorney General Hill urged Hoosier businesses to complete a cyber risk planning survey. While many businesses will receive mailings, anyone may find the survey online. The survey should take no more than 25 minutes and will help the Indiana Executive Cyber-security Council better understand the cyber-security threats Indiana is facing.
Several high-profile data breaches in recent years, involving such large companies as Equifax, Neiman Marcus and Premera, have served as stark reminders of dangers lurking online. Data breaches sometimes destroy companies’ ability to even stay in business.
The Indiana Executive Cyber-security Council is working in collaboration with researchers at Indiana University and the University of Arizona to explore how Indiana organizations perceive and manage cyber risks. To participate in the online survey, click here.
