Essex, Ontario decided it needed more time before deciding whether it was adequately prepared to handle a potential cyber attack. It decided to spend $15,000 for the remainder of the year on cyber coverage. You can read the article here:
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Municipalities are especially an easy target and at risk for cyber attacks. Here is an article on how Ontario municipalities have been affected:
Ontario municipalities hit hardest by cyber attacks, says OPP investigator
It is vital that municipalities such as Cobourg develop a strategy before this becomes reality.
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