Shutdown Shenanigans: Hacks, Hacks Everywhere and Not a Patch in Sight!
The government shutdown is causing chaos, even in the digital realm. The Congressional Budget Office hack highlights the cyber vulnerabilities that emerge when essential staff are furloughed. As federal workers juggle crises, the nation’s digital defenses might just be the unsung casualty of this prolonged political impasse.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it looks like the only thing not on hiatus during this government shutdown is cybercrime! Who would’ve thought that while politicians play a prolonged game of ‘Who Blinks First?’ with the budget, hackers are busy playing ‘Capture the Flag’ with federal networks? Hopefully, CBO’s new “security controls” aren’t just tape and a “Do Not Hack” sign.
Key Points:
- US Congressional Budget Office (CBO) was hacked by a suspected foreign actor during the government shutdown.
- CBO has implemented additional security measures, but the shutdown may impede cybersecurity efforts.
- Federal systems face risks due to gaps in basic cybersecurity maintenance during the shutdown.
- Staff reductions have already impacted federal cybersecurity efforts, even before the shutdown.
- Experts warn of a backlog in digital security tasks once the shutdown ends.
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