The document emphasizes the increasing and evolving threats in cyberspace, including attacks from hacktivists and nation-states, underscoring the importance of recruiting and training cyber professionals in the U.S. Army. It highlights several specific threats such as malware, phishing, and identity theft, while also providing guidance on protecting personal information and ensuring operational security. Commanders are urged to recognize these threats as critical to national security and to take proactive measures in mitigating risks.

1. What is the Threat? Cyber Warriors Needed
♦ From Hactivists to Nation-States, these
threats continue to attempt to penetrate
Army Cyber Command will recruit,
develop and retain qualified personnel Threat
AND
our networks everyday. to grow Cyber Professionals as the
♦ Cyberspace threats are growing, evolving, cornerstone of the Army Cyber Force.
Mitigation
and sophisticated.
♦ Cyberspace crime is the largest threat to
individuals.
♦ Loss of intellectual property is a
significant National security risk to our
information and technological advantage.
U.S. Army Cyber Command
♦ Loss of operational security information Second Army
puts units, soldiers, and families at risk.
How Can Leaders Help?
∗ Cyberspace threats and mitigation of
those threats is commander’s business.
Know and mitigate the risks.
∗ Recognize Cyberspace as a contested
Operational Domain. “While some people may think cyber is all
about technology, people are the center of
∗ Ensure strong 2/3/6 integration in your all we do.”
unit formations. Lt. Gen. Rhett Hernandez
Commanding General, Army Cyber Command
∗ Respect the Threat...It’s Not Random.
∗ Enforce compliance with basic standards For More Information
and discipline. Information Assurance is
www.arcyber.army.mil Second to None!
not a given & remediation is expensive.

2. U.S. Army Cyber Command
What Should I Know? What Should I Protect? What Should I Do at Home?
What is Malware? Do not Store Passwords on your Computer Update Your Computer Software
♦ Malicious software delivered through email ♦ Easy access to usernames and can result in ♦ Newer software has security enhancements.
and the internet. identity theft, loss of money and revealing
♦ Harder for hackers to gain unauthorized
♦ Performs unauthorized actions on the personal information about friends and
family. access.
computer.
♦ Look for software that:
♦ Examples of malware are: Protect Physical Access to Devices
∗ Viruses ∗ Spyware ∗ Checks automatically for software
♦ The data on the computer is just as valuable
as the hardware. updates.
∗ Worms ∗ Scareware
∗ Includes anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-
∗ Trojan horses ∗ Crimeware ♦ Physical access makes it easy to circumvent
security measures. phishing, safe browsing and firewall
∗ Dishonest Adware ∗ Most Rootkits capabilities.
What is Phishing? Protect your Personally Identifiable
Information (PII). Choose Privacy Settings on Social
♦ Email messages from apparent legitimate Networking Sites that Provide the Greatest
people or institutions targeting users. ♦ Limit PII on the Internet and social Security.
networking sites.
♦ Email messages may contain malicious ♦ Limit information shared with the social
attachments (.pdf, .doc, .xls, .jpg). ♦ PII can be used for social engineering networking community.
♦ Phishing is used to trick users into divulging attacks and identity theft.
♦ Limit who can view your profile.
Personally Identifiable Information (PII) such ♦ Military members as well as families and
as: ♦ Limit who can add you to their network.
friends should not discuss or post any
∗ Passwords, SSNs, DoB information related to unit locations,
assigned duties, work schedules, or
∗ Credit Card numbers
deployment information.
∗ PINs, Addresses
Doing nothing is not an option regarding cyber security. Be vigilant. Everyone has a part
to play in ensuring Army networks stay secure and our national assets are protected.