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Mitigating Risk in Local Government Technology Contracts

Local governments greatly benefit from technological advancements in their day-to-day operations and the services they provide to their constituents and frequently turn to the vast market of third-party software and other technology products designed for local governments or similar entities. Local government standard contract forms and templates are often inadequate at addressing risks associated with technology products and at ensuring vendor and local government compliance with laws respecting data privacy and security, intellectual property, and other cyber risks.

Read CIRSA’s new Blog Post to familiarize yourself with laws implicated by technology products and to view information in assists the reviewing and negotiating contract terms with vendors to mitigate liability risks.

CIRSA Loss Alert – Share File Phishing Attacks

Sharing files via email and the internet can be an efficient way to collaborate and get things done. But not when it’s a cyber phishing attack! The most important thing to keep in mind is to be cautious about opening share file emails and any of the links within those emails, even those that appear to come from known sources.

Read our Loss Alert for more information about these two sophisticated share file phishing attacks that are making the rounds.

CIRSA Holiday Cyber Alert

We’ve noticed that phishing attacks have intensified in the last couple of days, and the fact that we’re going into a long weekend may explain the timing. With reduced holiday staffing, cyber criminals recognize that this is a time when you may be especially vulnerable.

Read our Loss Alert for more information about preventative measures against cyber attacks and what to look for in potential phishing emails.