From: Government Technology
by Dan Lohrmann
Governments around the globe are rushing to prepare for computer-generated threats that can cause real-world calamity to our way of life. And while opinions vary on the likelihood of human error causing a major crisis or hostile cyberthreats causing severe societal
disruptions, few argue against being prepared. So how are leading governments getting ready for inevitable cyber emergencies?
Computer failures cause a major train crash leading to nine deaths on a Washington D.C. Metro line.
The FBI reports that a Chinese cyberattack invaded U.S. control systems and gained the cyber keys necessary for access to systems that regulate the flow of natural gas.
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How Are State and Local Governments Preparing for Major Cyber Incidents?
Many state and local governments have already issued or are working on cyber disruption (or major cyber incident) response plans as part of their emergency management efforts. Other governments have added cyber annexes to other emergency management plans. The White House and congressional leaders have also signaled new efforts address the growing cyber threats to the nation.
A few state and local cyber response examples include:
Michigan Cyber Disruption Response Strategy
New England Cyber Disruption Planning (NERCPI)
Houston’s portal on cyber disruption planning
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