The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), a critical cybersecurity resource for state and local governments, is facing significant budget cuts amid a surge in cyberattacks targeting local government entities. Despite the increasing frequency and sophistication of ransomware and other cyber threats, funding reductions threaten the MS-ISAC's ability to provide essential threat intelligence, incident response support, and cybersecurity resources to its members. Local governments, often lacking robust cybersecurity infrastructure, rely heavily on the MS-ISAC for guidance and defense against escalating cyber risks. The article highlights the paradox of rising cyber threats coinciding with diminishing support for a key defensive organization, underscoring the urgent need for sustained investment in cybersecurity at all government levels. It also discusses the broader implications for public sector cybersecurity resilience and the potential consequences of underfunding critical security initiatives.
This Cyber News was published on www.darkreading.com. Publication date: Thu, 04 Sep 2025 21:25:12 +0000