Cyber Security Resources

The following websites are a great way to learn how to protect yourself, your family and business from cyber attack.

OnGuard Online
Provides practical tips from the federal government and technology industry to help consumers guard against Internet fraud, secure their computers, and protect personal information.

Stay Safe Online
Sponsored by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) to promote safe behavior online.

Ready.gov Cyber Attack
Learning about the dangers online and taking action to protect ourselves is the first step in making the Internet a safer place for everyone. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and we each have a role to play.

The NetSmartz Workshop
Educational resource material for children and teens.

Stay Informed

National Cyber Alert System

Four products in the National Cyber Alert System offer a variety of information for users with varied technical expertise. Those with more technical interest can read the Technical Cyber Security Alerts or the Cyber Security Bulletins.

Security Tips

Technical Cyber Security Alerts
Provide timely information about current security issues, vulnerabilities, and exploits.

Cyber Security Bulletins
Provide weekly summaries of new vulnerabilities. Patch information is provided when available.

Cyber Security Alerts
Provide timely information about current security issues, vulnerabilities, and exploits. They outline the steps and actions that non-technical home and corporate computer users can take to protect themselves from attack.

Cyber Security Tips
Provide advice about common security issues for the general public.
A subscription to any or all of the National Cyber Alert System products ensures that you have access to timely information about security topics and threats. To learn more or to subscribe, visit the subscription system.

Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC)

The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) is a collaborative state and local government-focused cyber security entity that is significantly enhancing cyber threat prevention, protection, and response and recovery throughout the states of our nation.

Report a Cyber Crime

Rhode Island State Police Computer Crimes Unit

(401) 444-1710