University of Maryland and U.S. Attorney’s Office Join Forces at Cybersecurity Conference Amid Surge in Data Breaches

In an age where cyber threats loom large, the University of Maryland teamed up with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland to shoulder the burden of educating leaders on cybersecurity. A conference was held to address the dramatic spike in data breaches, which in 2023 left over 343 million individuals as cybercrime victims. According to statistics from Forbes Advisor cited during the event, there has been a 72 percent global increase in data breaches.

According to the

U.S. Attorney’s Office

, the gathering, soaked with a sense of urgency to fend off these rising cyber threats, featured government and private sector experts. They shared their know-how on spotting potential threats and vulnerabilities. The focal point was informing attendees on ways to manage cyber incidents and liaising with law enforcement. As stated, “Cybercrime threatens our national security, our public safety, and our financial security,” Attorney Erek L. Barron emphasized the need for robust preventative measures.

The support of University of Maryland President Darryll J. Pines underscored the partnership between the University and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Stringent security measures and technological advancements go hand in hand at the institution as they also grapple with the misuse of these technologies. “At the University of Maryland, our students and faculty work across campus to develop and deploy technologies to address the grand challenges of our time,” Pines stated, according to the

U.S. Attorney’s Office

press release, acknowledging the dual-edged sword that technology presents. Business and government leaders gathered to navigate these complicated waters, courtesy of the conference’s networking facilitation.

The public is encouraged to visit the Maryland U.S. Attorney’s Office’s official websites for further details on its efforts and available resources.

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