Local governments are attractive targets for hackers and are ill-prepared
Local governments provide many daily essential services. Disrupting their operations shakes confidence in the government and potentially endangers citizens.
Cybersecurity
Older Americans are given the wrong idea about online safety – here’s how to help them help themselves
Two experts find that older adults attempt to draw on personal experience to develop strategies to reduce privacy violations and security threats.
Ten million reads: UMBC researchers hit milestone in sharing knowledge through The Conversation
Articles on The Conversation offer context to current events, explain natural phenomena, introduce new research in an accessible way, and more. “The Conversation helps us contribute to our public service mission as a public university,” says Vice President for Research Karl Steiner. “This milestone underscores the importance of academic researchers actively participating in the public discourse of complex issues.”
Ukraine Conflict Brings Cybersecurity Risks to US Homes, Businesses
Periods of geopolitical tension are a good reminder for people to regularly and vigorously ensure their data is protected, says UMBC cybersecurity expert.
UMBC, State of Maryland launch Maryland Institute for Innovative Computing at cyber summit
The MIIC will address pressing challenges related to computing, analytics, and workforce in state agencies, with a focus on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data science. “Maryland is showing the way by creating this innovative partnership that brings together experienced faculty and students…with state agencies that need support facing pressing challenges,” says Anupam Joshi, director of UMBC’s Center for Cybersecurity.
By Saving One Life, You Have Saved All Humankind
Mohammed Khalid was the youngest person convicted of terrorism in the U.S. After his deradicalization, Khalid now researches ways to avoid extremism online.
Study Shows AI-Generated Fake Reports Fool Experts
AIs can generate fake reports convincing enough to trick cybersecurity experts. These AIs could hinder efforts to defend against cyberattacks.
UMBC faculty, alumni entrepreneurs receive record number of MIPS awards for tech collaborations
Six UMBC faculty members have just received grants from the Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program to develop new technologies with potential to grow the state’s economy. This is UMBC’s largest number of winning proposals within a single proposal round since MIPS began.
UMBC’s newest computing grads, from bachelor’s to Ph.D., share stories of connection, support, opportunity
UMBC’s newest graduates in computing and data science fields include students at all stages in their education and careers. Undergraduates, master’s students seeking to access new career opportunities, and Ph.D. students completing high-impact research have thrived at UMBC. Many cite the university’s strong academics, accessible faculty, research opportunities, and connections across disciplines as drawing them to UMBC.
UMBC’s Alan Sherman and collaborators develop strategy for secure online voting in future U.S. elections
Researchers from UMBC and xx.network have been working to design an online voting system that is resistant to coercion and would provide a secure way for people to cast their ballots from computers, tablets, and smartphones in the future.
Ransomware can interfere with elections and fuel disinformation – basic cybersecurity precautions are key to minimizing the damage
There is no silver bullet for defeating cyber threats like ransomware. Rather, defense comes down to the actions of thousands of IT staff and millions of computer users in organizations large and small across the country embracing good computing practices.
Entrepreneurs and experts gather for bwtech@UMBC Cybertini event on election security
Nearly 100 industry experts and entrepreneurs gathered virtually for Cybertini 2020, hosted by bwtech@UMBC, UMBC’s research and technology park, on October 15. The annual event offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn from industry professionals and experts in academia, and this year focused on cybersecurity related to elections.