Project Description
I explored various types of threats to technology and related current events in the news.
This article is a warning from top U.S. Governement officials about Iranian hackers targeting U.S. water and energy techonology. The computers that control the utility infastructure networks in the U.S. are at risk. Organizations with these controllers have been told to disconnect the software from internet connections and look for unusual activity. The grid is being watched closely. The U.S. can protect itself by ensuring all latest updates are completed and by monitoring the grid carefully.
Source Evaluation
Who published the content? Dana Nickel and Maggie Miller
Where was it published? Politico
When was it pubished? April 7, 2026
The truthfulness and integrity of the facts: Accurate, the advisory was from FBI, EPA, National Security Agency and other government organizations
How is it written and presented? It was professonally written.
Links and Citations: Links to America's Cyber Defense Agency
This article is about a phishing scam. The scammer leads people to believe they are eligible to receive a $5000 from Elon Musk through the IRS. Those who receive the phishing email are asked to click on buttons in the email and provide personal information to receive cryptocurrency. When doing so, the scammer receives information to take money from accounts and steal identities. People are also invited to purchase Bitcoin as part of the cyber attack. We can protect ourselves by being hesitant to just click on something unfamiliar and not to share personal information.
Source Evaluation
Who published the content? Sead Fadilpasic
Where was it published? techradar.com
When was it published? April 10, 2026
The truthfulness and integrity of the facts: Accurate, writer has more than 10 years cybersecurity experience
How is it written and presented? It was professionally written.
Links and Citations: Links to Cofense, a phishing defense center
Lessons Learned
I learned cyber security should be taken seriously because there are so many ways people can be compromised. I learned to keep my computer updated, secure and to be careful not to open or click on anything in bogus emails.