The Evolution Of 20 Years Of Cybersecurity Awareness
Security Intelligence, Friday, October 27,2023
Since 2004, the White House and Congress have designated October National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This year marks the 20th anniversary of this effort to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and online safety.
How have cybersecurity and malware evolved over the last two decades? What types of threat management tools surfaced and when? The Cybersecurity Awareness Month themes over the years give us a clue.
2004 - 2009: Inaugural year and beyond
This early period emphasized general cybersecurity hygiene, such as using strong passwords, keeping software updated and being cautious about phishing attempts.