SPRINGFIELD — Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Illinois, with the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology urging residents to use free tools and resources to stay safe online. State officials said protecting accounts with strong passwords and two-factor authentication, keeping devices updated, and watching for phishing scams are key steps to preventing cyber threats. The state has also compiled tips and guidelines to help residents safeguard personal information and securely navigate digital spaces. More information is available at doit.illinois.gov and ready.gov/cybersecurity.
