None Found, Cyber Threats, Pennsylvania 2013

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The city of Pittsburgh has been plagued by a series of cyber threats, including bomb threats against the University of Pittsburgh and denial-of-service attacks on area banks. U.S. Attorney David J. Hickton has invited Dr. Paul G. Kaminski, chair of the RAND Corporation and chairman and CEO of Technovation, Inc., to visit the area to stress the importance of addressing the contemporary cyber threat.

Cybersecurity has been one of U.S. Attorney Hickton’s areas of focus during his tenure. ‘Cyber threats represent both a real challenge for Western Pennsylvania, as illustrated by last year’s bomb threats against the University of Pittsburgh and the continuing denial-of-service attacks on area banks, and an opportunity given the resources at our universities,’ he said.

Dr. Kaminski will be available for interviews on January 11, 2013, at 11:15 a.m. in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The interview opportunity is open to corporate and foundation leaders, law enforcement, and cyber professionals.

WHAT: Interview Opportunity with Paul G. Kaminski, National Expert on Cyber Security Issues

WHEN: Friday, January 11, 2013, 11:15 a.m.

WHERE: U.S. Attorney’s Office, Main Conference Room, 700 Grant Street – Suite 4000, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15219

U.S. Attorney Hickton is urging the public to take the threat of cybercrime seriously. ‘Cyber threats are a real challenge for our community, and we must work together to address this issue,’ he said.

Dr. Kaminski’s visit is a significant step in the effort to combat cyber threats in Western Pennsylvania. His expertise will help the community understand the scope of the problem and the importance of taking action to protect against cybercrime.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office is committed to keeping the public informed about the latest developments in the fight against cybercrime. Stay tuned for updates on this and other important issues affecting our community.

Defendant: None Found, Crime: Cyber Threats, State: Pennsylvania, Year: 2013

Defendant: None, Exact Charges: N/A, City and State: Pittsburgh, PA, Exact Date: N/A, Sentence or Outcome: N/A, Dollar Amounts: N/A

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