National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

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President Barack Obama proclaimed October 2009 as , calling upon Americans to recognize the importance of cybersecurity and to observe this month with appropriate activities, events, and trainings to enhance our national security and resilience. Cyber attacks and their viral ability to infect networks, devices, and software must be the concern of all Americans. The Administration is committed to treating our digital infrastructure as a strategic national asset. Protecting this infrastructure is a national security priority, and in the process, we will ensure that these networks are comprehensive, trustworthy, and resilient.


National Cybersecurity Awareness Month Blog post (Deputy National Security Advisor John Brennan)