Rhode Island Seeks to Boost Cybersecurity After Major Attack

You live in Rhode Island and rely on state services for retirement benefits. Recently, a cybersecurity attack hit the state's main service system—RIBridges. This left hundreds of thousands of people’s banking details, Social Security info, and personal data vulnerable. Whoops! There goes your trust in the system. The state's Employee Retirement System, which handles over $11 billion in pension assets, is taking action. They manage benefits for 64, 000 active and retired professionals, and work with 215 employers across the state. What are they up to? They’re hiring experts to check their info tech systems. These pros will review third-party vendors, like the Canadian firm Telus and the retirement payout service Day Force. They'll also update security policies and processes, watching for threats monthly. The goal? Plug any holes, make improvements, and stay on top of cyber risks. Sounds like they're finally getting serious about your data safety.