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Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency publishes five press releases in June
There were five press releases published by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency in June.
HSI: Nebraska man sentenced for 'unlawful possession of official U.S. insignia'
Jason C. Olderbak, 35, of Grand Island has been put on probation, fined and ordered to serve community service for possession of fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards. Olderbak purchased the fraudulent cards online in 2021.
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DHS’s Blue Campaign Releases Human Trafficking Awareness Toolkit for Tribal Gaming and Hospitality Industry
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Blue Campaign announced the release of a new human trafficking awareness toolkit tailored to tribal gaming and hospitality professionals. Developed by DHS, the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), and the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the “Human Trafficking Response Guide for the Tribal Gaming and Hospitality Industry” marks the first interagency partnership on a toolkit for the tribal gaming and hospitality community.
Border Encounters Remain Low as Biden-Harris Administration’s Comprehensive Plan to Manage the Border After Title 42 in Effect
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Since the CDC’s Title 42 public health Order lifted and the Biden-Harris Administration’s comprehensive plan to manage the border went into full effect on May 12, DHS has continued to experience a significant reduction in encounters at the Southwest Border.
DHS Announces Re-parole Process for Afghan Nationals in the United States
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new process that will enable Afghan nationals to renew their parole and continue to live and work in the United States. The new process is streamlined and will be at no cost, and will provide for a two-year renewal of parole for qualifying individuals. This action is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing commitment to the safety, security, and well-being of the thousands of Afghan nationals who arrived in the United States through Operation Allies Welcome and Enduring Welcome.
Secretary Mayorkas Brings Together Faith Leaders to Discuss Efforts to Enhance DHS’s Work to Protect Houses of Worship
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
This week, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas convened a meeting of the Faith-Based Security Advisory Council (FBSAC), reconstituted in September of 2022. At the meeting on Tuesday, June 6, Secretary Mayorkas and Deputy Secretary Tien emphasized the Department’s commitment to better supporting faith communities across the country in matters of security and preparedness. FBSAC members presented their recommendations to the entire Council on how DHS can improve information sharing, increase access to DHS grants and resources, and build trust and partnerships with faith-based organizations, leaders, and communities.
DHS Rescinds Prior Administration’s Termination of Temporary Protected Status Designations for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the rescission of the prior Administration’s terminations of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua and the extension of TPS for these for countries for 18 months. Today’s actions are relevant to the litigation challenging the now-rescinded terminations. As always, DHS closely monitors conditions around the world to assess whether new TPS designations are warranted.
Department of Homeland Security Announces Distribution of More Than $290 Million in Congressional Funding for Communities Receiving Migrants
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), will publish a funding notice under the new Shelter and Services Program (SSP) for more than $290 million to 34 non-federal entities for temporary shelter and other eligible expenditures for migrants who have been processed and provisionally released from DHS custody while awaiting the outcome of their immigration proceedings. An additional $73 million will be made available later this summer.
Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on CBP Leadership Transitions
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
“I join Acting Commissioner Troy Miller in thanking Acting Deputy Commissioner Benjamine “Carry” Huffman and Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz for their invaluable service to our Department and am proud to announce the promotion of Pete Flores to serve as Acting Deputy Commissioner, Jason Owens to serve as the Chief of the Border Patrol, and Diane Sabatino to serve as the Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Field Operations.
DHS to Ban Imports from Two Additional PRC-Based Companies as Part of Its Enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
Today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced new actions to keep forced labor practices out of the U.S. supply chain. The interagency Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF), led by DHS, added two People’s Republic of China (PRC)-based companies to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. Effective June 12, 2023, goods produced by Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co., Ltd. and Ninestar Corporation and eight of its Zhuhai-based subsidiaries will be restricted from entering the United States as a result of the companies’ participation in business practices that target members of persecuted groups, including Uyghur minorities in the PRC.
CISA Directs Federal Agencies to Secure Internet-Exposed Management Interfaces
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) today issued Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 23-02, Mitigating the Risk from Internet-Exposed Management Interfaces, which requires federal civilian agencies to remove specific networked management interfaces from the public-facing internet or implement Zero Trust Architecture capabilities that enforce access control to the interface within 14 days of discovery.
CISA and FBI Release Advisory on CL0P Ransomware Gang Exploiting MOVEit Vulnerability
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) today published a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) with recommended actions and mitigations to protect against and reduce impact from CL0P Ransomware Gang exploiting MOVEit vulnerability (CVE-2023-3436).
U.S. and International Partners Release Comprehensive Cyber Advisory on LockBit Ransomware
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 21, 2023
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), and the cybersecurity authorities of Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and New Zealand (CERT NZ, NCSC-NZ) today published a joint Cybersecurity Advisory entitled, Understanding Ransomware Threat Actors: LockBit. This joint advisory is a comprehensive resource with common tools; exploitations; and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by LockBit affiliates, along with recommended mitigations for organizations to reduce the likelihood and impact of future ransomware incidents.
May: Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency publishes 16 press releases
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 14, 2023
There were 16 press releases published by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency in May.
SAFECOM Releases Updated Introductory Presentation for Stakeholder Use
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 12, 2023
SAFECOM Releases Updated Introductory Presentation for Stakeholder Use
Joint Guide to Securing Remote Access Software Released by CISA and Partners
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 12, 2023
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Security Agency (NSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), and Israel National Cyber Directorate (INCD) released today the Guide to Securing Remote Access Software. This joint guide informs organizations how to detect and defend against malicious actors abusing this software by providing common exploitations and associated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Informing and Inspiring the Next Generation of Cyber Talent Through Competition
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 12, 2023
Last week, U.S. Cyber Games® began competition to identify and select the Season III, U.S. Cyber Team. Over the next few months, athletes aged 18-24 will compete in a series of events that will culminate with selecting the top cyber athletes in October for the Season III team to compete at the 2024 International Cybersecurity Challenge (ICC).I had the privilege of attending and speaking at the kickoff event for Season III, U.S. Cyber Open®.
National Internet Safety Month: Together, we can make our K-12 schools cybersecure. It’s fundamental.
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 12, 2023
The education of our children is fundamental to our way of life. If someone had told me 10 or 20 years ago that I would live to see K-12 schools and whole districts shut down operations because of cybersecurity breaches, I wouldn’t have believed them. Yet, that’s exactly what we’re seeing.
CISA and FBI Release Advisory on CL0P Ransomware Gang Exploiting MOVEit Vulnerability
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 8, 2023
News Release: Recommended actions and mitigations can help all organizations reduce risk and impact from ransomware incident
Joint Guide to Securing Remote Access Software Released by CISA and Partners
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 7, 2023
News Release: Guide Helps Organizations Detect and Defend Against Malicious Actors Abusing Remote Access Software