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Today we honor those who served. From the Cold War signals intelligence experts to today’s cyber warriors, veterans have been central to our mission of defending the nation and securing the future. To all who have worn the uniform: thank you for your service. Happy Veterans Day!
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On November 10, 1775, the U.S. Marine Corps was established. Today, we celebrate 251 years of courage, commitment, and unwavering loyalty. From the shores of Tripoli to the digital battlefields of today, we are proud to support the @USMC mission. Happy 251st Birthday, Marines! Semper Fi!
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On November 4, 1952, the National Security Agency was established to protect the nation. Seventy-four years later, the dedication to codebreaking, cybersecurity, and global intelligence remains vital to defending the United States. Happy 74th Birthday, @NSAGov!
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Cybersecurity is a team sport. As we wrap up #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, remember: protecting our networks isn't just IT’s responsibility—it’s everyone’s. Let’s stay resilient together. #CyberAware #NSA #NationalSecurity
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Adversaries are increasingly using super intelligence (SI) to scale cyber exploitation. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, we urge NSA and DIB organizations to recognize deepfake tradecraft and techniques. Check out @US_CYBERCOM's tips in the post below.
Would you spot a deepfake of your boss? With just 3 seconds of audio, scammers can clone voices to bypass security. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, remember these tips: Hang up. Call back on an official channel. Never bypass verification protocols. #USCYBERCOM #BeCyberSmart
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David Imbordino, Director of NSA’s Cybersecurity Directorate, spoke at the Billington Cybersecurity Summit on how SI is transforming intelligence and defense. Read our guidance to harden NSS and DIB networks against modern SI threats: nsa.gov/Press-Room/Press-Rel…
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Effective cyber hygiene remains essential for defending networks against advanced persistent threats. This #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth, we're highlighting immediate actions to reduce risk, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA). Learn more from @US_CYBERCOM. ⬇️
Received a sudden flood of MFA login prompts on your phone? That’s MFA Fatigue, and it’s a trap. Scammers spam your device hoping you’ll tap "Approve" just to stop the buzzing. Deny the request and change your password. #USCYBERCOM #SecuringTheNext250 #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
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Network Device Integrity (NDI) on Cisco IOS Devices” outlines key criteria and configurations commands NSS and DIB administrators may use to more effectively detect and investigate unauthorized access on Cisco IOS systems. Learn more: media.defense.gov/2023/Oct/0…
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Adversaries may gain access to NSS and DIB network devices through SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c read-write community strings. Keep your networks secure by upgrading to SNMPv3 which includes encryption and authentication. media.defense.gov/2022/Jun/1…
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Prevent malicious actors from targeting NSS and DIB networks – upgrade to SNMPv3 with encryption and authentication. Details here: media.defense.gov/2022/Jun/1… #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
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Cisco Systems are used worldwide within infrastructure networks and include various password protection types. Brush up on Cisco password best practices to learn which types to use and avoid to better secure NSS and DIB networks against malicious actors. media.defense.gov/2022/Feb/1… #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
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We recommend Cisco users disable the Smart Install (SMI) auto-loading feature on all NSS and DIB network devices to mitigate exploitation by remote attackers. Have you taken this action? Read more: media.defense.gov/2019/Jul/1… #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth
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Stop Russian compromise of your network devices by hardening your SNMP. We urge NSS and DIB admins to move to SNMPv3 immediately to ensure payloads are authenticated and encrypted. Full hardening guidance here: nsa.gov/Cybersecurity/Cybers…
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Closing our "25 Years Decoded: NSA & 9/11" series: NSA Deputy Director Tim Kosiba recounts working in a forensic lab on 9/11, the instant shift to protecting families, the rise of Tailored Access Operations (TAO), and his pledge to keep “never again” alive. Learn more. #25YearsDecoded #NSAstories #WeWillNeverForget
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A penultimate look at the series: Penny, a current volunteer historian for NSA’s Center for Cryptologic History (CCH) and former senior executive, shares the instant shift in priorities that turned the morning of terror into a call to action for the NSA. Tune in to hear her experience before the final episode. #25YearsDecoded #NSAstories #WeWillNeverForget
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Building on the insights from Dr. Adrian Stanger, NSA’s Senior Cryptographic Authority, at the Billington Cybersecurity Conference, we're highlighting the urgent need for quantum-resistant algorithms to secure the nation’s digital future. Check out the Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Resource Hub: nsa.gov/cybersecurity/post-q…
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Email servers remain a top target for adversaries. From Russian state-sponsored phishing to exploitation of unpatched or misconfigured software, the threats are real. For #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, we’re sharing critical remediations to protect NSS and DIB networks. Secure your servers: nsa.gov/Cybersecurity/Cybers…
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Contribution and impact: In our "25 Years Decoded: NSA & 9/11" series, Avi shares his story of contributing to the response. Learn more. #25YearsDecoded #NSAstories #WeWillNeverForget
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Preparedness and remembrance: In our "25 Years Decoded: NSA & 9/11" series, David reminds us to be prepared for future challenges by also remembering the past. Learn more. #25YearsDecoded #NSAstories #WeWillNeverForget
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Highlighting teamwork: Continuing our "25 Years Decoded: NSA & 9/11" series, Farid discusses the importance of teamwork and constant vigilance. Listen to his insights. #25YearsDecoded #NSAstories #WeWillNeverForget
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