More government agencies are taking steps to shore up their cybersecurity measures.
Earlier this week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced it would step up inspections of water facilities that may be vulnerable to cyberattacks. Why are government agencies more at risk when it comes to cyberattacks and operational vulnerabilities?
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Source: MSN News
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