The Eighth Annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month is being celebrated during October 2011 as a collective effort among the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center, the National Cyber Security Division, and the National Cyber Security Alliance to raise cyber security awareness nationwide and empower citizens, businesses, government and schools to improve their cyber security preparedness and help promote a safe Internet experience.

This year’s theme focuses on "Our Shared Responsibility" we all have to address Cyber Security. In this digital age, we are all connected; the actions of one can impact many. Thus, it is essential that each of us understands our important role in securing cyberspace.  

Ultimately, our cyber infrastructure is only as strong as the weakest link. No individual, business, or government entity is solely responsible for cyber security. Everyone has a role and everyone needs to share the responsibility to secure their part of cyber space and the networks they use. The steps we take may differ based on what we do online and our responsibilities. However, everyone needs to understand how their individual actions have a collective impact on cyber security.

October Events & Materials

Governor Abercrombie Proclaims October Cyber Security Awareness Month In Hawaii

On September 29, 2011 Governor Abercrombie and Lieutenant Governor Schatz proclaimed the month of October 2011 as Cyber Security Awareness Month in Hawaii.

Cyber Security Awareness Toolkit

The Cyber Security Awareness Toolkit features educational material designed to raise cyber security awareness through a variety of informative and practical means. Click to download the Cyber Security Awareness material: Cyber Security Awareness Toolkit.

Top Tips to Stay Safe Online

Article courtesy of the National Cyber Security Alliance

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month, and it's a good time to take a hard look how our online behaviors may be putting us in harm's way. By following a few common sense tips, you can make the most out of your Internet experience, while protecting you and your family from online threats.  Click to read Top Tips to Stay Safe Online.