Join Todd, our COO & CISO, and Nate, our Director of Cybersecurity, as they discuss the recent cyber attack on the city of St. Paul. Recorded on August 6th, this episode dives into the incident's details, the response measures taken by the city, including invoking the Minnesota National Guard, and the implications for other municipalities. Our experts highlight the importance of a mature cybersecurity program, the role of a Security Operations Center (SOC), and the critical need for proactive measures such as eliminating VPNs and implementing application whitelisting. Plus, they touch on business continuity, communication planning, and the financial impact of such cyber incidents. Don't miss this essential discussion for cities and organizations aiming to bolster their cybersecurity defenses.

Resources:

https://www.stpaul.gov/

https://www.stpaul.gov/news/mayor-carter-declare-state-emergency-response-digital-security-incident

https://www.northstpaul.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=990

https://www.stpaul.gov/news/important-information-city-services-during-digital-security-incident-1

https://www.youtube.com/live/6l8Rzhq60Go?si=rkRMOdeKyjbhr-zs

00:00 Introduction to the Cyber Attack on St. Paul

01:06 Initial Response and Observations

03:42 External Support and National Guard Involvement

06:13 Incident Response and Communication Strategies

08:37 Impact on City Services and Segmentation Importance

12:12 Business Continuity and Manual Processes

20:22 Financial Implications and Recovery Time

26:52 Preventative Measures and Recommendations

34:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts