In a recent incident, the United States experienced a national digital meltdown that was caused by human error rather than a nation-state attack. This highlighted the fragility of interconnected networks and the potential for unintended consequences. The event served as a reminder of the slow progress in achieving cyber resilience. The flawed update of a trusted tool used to detect and neutralize cyberattacks was the cause of the problem. Although the US has made efforts to address cybersecurity issues in recent years, incidents like these continue to occur. The creation of a Cyber Safety Review Board is one example of the government’s response to major incidents.
