State of Oregon Recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness Month with Commitment to Online Safety and Education

Enterprise Information Services (EIS) and the state of Oregon are excited to announce their participation in Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, supporting the global initiative led by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) to promote safer online practices for individuals, organizations and communities.

Now in its 22nd year, Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a call to action for everyone to take responsibility for their online safety. This year's theme, "Stay Safe Online," emphasizes the importance of empathy, accessibility and shared responsibility in creating a safer digital world.

"This October let's turn awareness into action, because every click, password and decision shapes our digital future," said State Chief Information Security Officer Ben Gherezgiher, "Stay smart. Stay Cyber Strong."

Throughout October, the state of Oregon government will spotlight the Core 4 cybersecurity practices to reduce cyber risks:

1. Use strong passwords and a password manager to secure accounts.
2. Enable multifactor authentication (MFA) for an extra layer of protection.
3. Keep software updated to patch vulnerabilities.
4. Recognize and report phishing and scams to stay vigilant against threats.

By focusing on simple, effective steps and creating a culture of shared responsibility, the state of Oregon is proud to contribute to the broader mission of building a more secure digital future.

For more information on Cybersecurity Awareness Month, visit https://staysafeonline.org or CISA's website: https://www.cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month.