The Importance of Cyber Security Awareness

In today’s world where everything seems to be tech-driven, the importance of cyber security cannot be overstated. With the ever-growing dependence on digital platforms and devices for both personal and professional activities, the amount and type of threats have evolved dramatically. Cyberattacks, ranging from phishing scams to ransomware, have become all too common. Hearing about it in the news or receiving personal notifications that your data may have been compromised has become seemingly an everyday event. Persistent scam phone calls and text messages are now as common as spam email which also shows that there is substantial risks to individuals, businesses, and government entities alike.

By hosting this Cyber Awareness Challenge, Pottawattamie County aims to elevate the understanding of several cyber related topics and threat vectors while promoting best practices for safeguarding your digital lives. While the information is valuable and we hope that you may learn something new or, better yet, validate actions you already take; we hope you have a little fun doing these challenges too.