https://arxiv.org/abs/2408.08417v1
"The devastating health, societal, and economic impacts of the COVID-19
pandemic illuminate potential dangers of unpreparedness for catastrophic
pandemic-scale cyber events. While the nature of these threats differs, the
responses to COVID-19 illustrate valuable lessons that can guide preparation
and response to cyber events. Drawing on the critical role of collaboration and
pre-defined roles in pandemic response, we emphasize the need for developing
similar doctrine and skill sets for cyber threats. We provide a framework for
action by presenting the characteristics of a pandemic-scale cyber event and
differentiating it from smaller-scale incidents the world has previously
experienced. The framework is focused on the United States. We analyze six
critical lessons from COVID-19, outlining key considerations for successful
preparedness, acknowledging the limitations of the pandemic metaphor, and
offering actionable steps for developing a robust cyber defense playbook. By
learning from COVID-19, government agencies, private sector, cybersecurity
professionals, academic researchers, and policy makers can build proactive
strategies that safeguard critical infrastructure, minimize economic damage,
and ensure societal resilience in the face of future cyber events."
Via Violet Blue’s
Cybersecurity Roundup: August 20, 2024
https://www.patreon.com/posts/cybersecurity-20-110433131
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
