David Shipley

The Ontario government confirmed yesterday that it is introducing legislation that, if passed, "...would provide new tools to prevent and respond to cyber security threats and safeguard critical public services, such as health care and education. By enhancing cyber resilience, the government is ensuring these essential sectors remain secure and operational, protecting the safety and privacy of all Ontarians while providing them with more connected and convenient services across government." This would seem like a very positive step forward assuming the appropriate funding is put in place to support. #ontario #cyber #cybersecurity https://lnkd.in/efhmEbBK

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Canadian province's networks hit by 'sophisticated cybersecurity incidents'. Why it matters: 1. British Columbia’s declaration of “sophisticated cybersecurity incidents” involving government networks hints at potential state-sponsored cyber espionage aimed at extracting political intelligence. The exact nature of the attack is not yet clarified, highlighting the growing complexity of cyber threats. 2. While there is currently no evidence of compromised sensitive information, Canadian agencies, including the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, are investigating. The situation underscores the need for robust cyber security measures within government systems. 3. This development coincides with recent warnings from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service about persistent cyber interference from China and potential threats from India. Such international state-based threats present significant challenges to Canada's national security and democracy. Learn more by visiting The Record from Recorded Future News: https://lnkd.in/e6k9MUne

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Incident preparedness is key to effective incident response. 🔑 We all know that breach events are inevitable. But, did you know that your organization's ability to respond quickly and minimize damage is directly impacted by your level of incident preparedness? KPMG in Canada has teamed up with ShadowHQ for end-to-end cybersecurity response capabilities that can help protect your business better. Read on to learn how, and why KPMG's Alexander Rau believes ShadowHQ is a "significant game-changer" when it comes to incident readiness 👉 https://lnkd.in/gH9iRjui KPMG KPMG US KPMG Canada #incidentpreparedness #incidentresponse #InfoSec #riskmanagement #bestpractices

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NEW REPORT: Blueprint for Progress — Strategic Insights for Safe, Seamless and Secure Access to Digital Citizen Services We're excited to share that the Digital Trust Laboratory of Canada (DTLab) has released a report on improving access to digital citizen services. Sponsored by the Government of Yukon, this report provides a blueprint for all levels of Canadian government to navigate the complexities of safe, seamless, and secure access to citizen digital services. The report is the result of extensive interviews with stakeholders from various Canadian government jurisdictions, privacy commissioners, solution providers, and government experts, ensuring a well-rounded perspective on the challenges and opportunities in identity and access management for citizen digital services. Learn more and access the full report: https://lnkd.in/eiR_3Xee #DTLab #DigitalTrust #DigitalGovernment #CitizenServices #DigitalEconomy #DigitalCredentials #DigitalID #Privacy #Security #DigitalTransformation #CapacityBuilding 

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The evolution of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) has made Canadian SMBs prime targets, with the new 'Nighthawk' strain leading the charge. This sophisticated ransomware exploits phishing tactics and outdated systems, causing significant disruptions, data breaches, and financial losses. Swipe to see how you can protect your business. Insightful? Follow us to learn more from us. #Cybersecurity #Ransomware #SMBProtection #Nighthawk #RaaS #CoolidgeSolutions

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CCN launches CyberVoices - Empowering Voices in Cybersecurity The Canadian Cybersecurity Network (Canada's largest technology network of over 40K) is taking a bold step today to empower voices in the field of cybersecurity with their new initiative, CyberVoices. By providing a platform for diverse perspectives to be heard, CyberVoices aims to create a more inclusive and representative community in the cybersecurity industry. With CyberVoices, individuals from different backgrounds and experiences can share their insights, knowledge, and ideas to contribute to the advancement of cybersecurity. This initiative recognizes the importance of diverse perspectives in addressing the ever-evolving challenges of cybersecurity and aims to amplify the voices that are often underrepresented in the field. CyberVoices, goes beyond what the traditional media take on cybersecurity is, by digging deeper into what makes certain issues important to Canadians and to the technology community. Building a Stronger Cybersecurity Community One of the key objectives of the Canadian Cybersecurity Network's CyberVoices initiative is to build a stronger cybersecurity community. By bringing together professionals, enthusiasts, and individuals interested in cybersecurity, CyberVoices aims to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and support within the community. Some of our CyberVoices are Juliana Zaremba, Kimberley St. Pierre, Danny Pehar, Jonathan Weekes, CRISC, Andréanne Bergeron, PhD, Terry Cutler, Sharon Bauer, Tyler Hatch, and many more. Check out CyberVoices and subscribe to get the latest hot news and thought leadership. Content will be added throughout the month when new thought leadership material is added or when news hits our desk.   https://lnkd.in/gPeer2FG #cyberVoices, #canadiancybersecuritynetwork, #ccn, #canada

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