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​Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is the body of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, computers, programs, and data from attack, damage, or unauthorized access.   The resources below have been compiled to help you stay up-to-date and protected.

General
Cybersecurity Overview
The NAIC, National Association of Insurance Commissioners, provides tips, tools, and FAQs to help you stay protected online.
CISA’s Tips​Online resources provided by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) including staying safe from threats, using email and communications safely, proper use of mobile devices, and safe browsing
Internet Crime Complaint Center​
If you believe that you have been the victim of an internet crime this resource can be used to file a complaint with the FBI. ​
Cybersecurity BasicsFind information on cybersecurity and take the cybersecurity basics quiz provided by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). ​
Listing of Health Information Breaches​
​U.S. Department of Health and Human Services database of breaches of unsecured protected health information affecting 500 or more individuals, reported to HHS within the last 24 months.


For Businesses
Small Business Cybersecurity Corner​Online resource for small businesses from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), including educational material on cybersecurity basics, planning guides, and guidance on responding to a cyber incident.
Internet Security Essentials for BusinessDownloadable resource for small businesses with information on common online risks, easy-to-implement security improvements, and information on reporting cybercrime. ​
Cybersecurity Basics for Small Business​Information on how to prepare and respond to a cyber-attack, best practices, and highlighting common modes of attack seen in the real world provided by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)​
Cybersecurity for Small Business​The Federal Communications Commission’s online resource for cybersecurity including the FCC’s 10 cybersecurity tips for small businesses.


For Consumers
Stay Safe Online​Tips for consumers from the National Cybersecurity Alliance to help them protect themselves, their devices, and their family.
OnGuardOnline​The FTC’s free online resource for security tips provides information on computer security, public Wi-Fi networks, and common online scams.​
Consumer Assistance Topics: Cybersecurity​An online resource from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) on how to avoid identity theft, fraud, and scams online.
Scams and Safety on the Internet​Tips from the FBI for protecting your computer, the risk of peer-to-peer systems, the latest e-scams and warnings, internet fraud schemes, and more. 
​Data Breach: Tax-Related Information
An online resource from the IRS for what to do in the event of a breach of your Social Security Number and financial data.​
​IdentityTheft.govThe Federal Trade Commission's one-stop resource to help you report and recover from identity theft.​


Additional Commonwealth Resources
​Guide to Protecting Yourself OnlineThis guide will connect you with cybersecurity resources and tips for protecting yourself online.​
Office of Administration​The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Office of Administration’s resource webpage for cybersecurity information.​
Department of Banking and Securities​Additional information on cybersecurity from the Department of Banking and Securities.​
Office of the Attorney General
​Attorney General’s online resource for information on identity theft and cybercrime.
PA's Consumer Protection Advisories
​PA's Attorney General posts current consumer advisories affecting Pennsylvanians.