October is the National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an annual global initiative launched in 2004 by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Alliance to educate the public about online safety and cybercrime prevention. The month serves as a powerful reminder that protecting our digital world is not the responsibility of a single organization or the government, but a collective effort across campuses, industries, and communities.

This year’s theme, Stay Safe Online, is all about the simple ways to protect yourself, your family, and your business from online threats.

Small actions can make a big difference. That’s why we are focusing on the Core 4. Four easy steps anyone can take to boost their online safety:

• Use strong passwords and a password manager
• Turn on multifactor authentication
• Recognize and report scams
• Update your software

Here is an upcoming event:

ISSA LA Session: Unmasking DNS threats & Cybersecurity Considerations for medical devices – October 16^th, 2025

DNS based attacks and insecure medical devices represent two of today’s most critical cybersecurity concerns. This ISSA LA event dives into both, offering expert led discussion on how attackers exploit DNS vulnerabilities and the unique security challenges of protecting connected medical technologies. Participants will gain practical guidance on mitigating risks in both domains while networking with security professionals across industries.

Learn more: ISSA LA Event

Find more details in the links below:

https://www.cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month

https://www.staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month