Cybersecurity Overview
GAO Statement on Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Federal Information Systems
As computer technology has advanced, federal agencies and our nation’s critical infrastructures ― such as power distribution, water supply, telecommunications, and emergency services ― have become increasingly dependent on computerized information systems to carry out their operations and to process, maintain, and report essential information. Public and private organizations rely on computer systems to transfer increasing amounts of money and sensitive and proprietary information, conduct operations, and deliver services to constituents. The security of these systems and data is essential to protecting national and economic security, and public health and safety. Conversely, ineffective information security controls can result in significant…
