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Phishing attack on Chittenden Solid Waste District raises cybersecurity concerns at CCRPC meeting
Summary
Chair Bard Hill reported a phishing attack on the Chittenden Solid Waste District that led to a fraudulent $3 million payment. Committee members discussed increasing cybersecurity measures, and CCRPC staff said they are working with IT consultants and on employee awareness training.
Bard Hill informed members that the Chittenden Solid Waste District had recently experienced a phishing attack that resulted in a fraudulent $3 million payment. Members discussed the increasing sophistication of phishing attempts and the cybersecurity risks facing municipalities and public organizations.
Executive Director Charlie Baker said CCRPC staff have been working with IT consultants to improve cybersecurity and increase employee awareness. The committee discussed the need for heightened controls and training for municipal and regional entities to reduce risk of future fraudulent payments.
