Updates
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Now That’s a Red Flag: Watch Out for Phish!
Did you know that one of the most common cyber attacks reported at the National CIRT originate from a phishing attempt that an unlucky victim fell for? This unfortunate fact reminds us why learning to recognise and report phishing attempts is critical. Below we list five red flags to look out for as you become more sensitive to phishing attempts. A message tone that is
Join Us for the “Secure Our World” Cybersecurity Awareness Month Webinar + Q&A
Register for the CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Awareness Webinar to secure your spot. Join Us for the “Secure Our World” Cybersecurity Awareness Month Webinar + Q&A Cybersecurity is an essential part of protecting your organisation and personal data in today’s digital landscape. On Thursday, 31 October 2024 at 10 am, CIRT-BS invites you to a webinar focused on helping you understand the steps you can take to secure
PRESS RELEASE: Bahamas’ National CIRT Director Sametria McKinney Honoured for Advancing Global Cyber Security
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 17 October 2024 Bahamas’ National CIRT Director Sametria McKinney Honoured for Advancing Global Cyber Security NASSAU, The Bahamas—The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) proudly announces that its Director, Sametria McKinney, CISSP, has been recognised with the prestigious ISC2 Senior Professional Award for the Americas Region. The ISC2 (International Information System Security Certification Consortium) is the world’s leading nonprofit
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Enable MFA; Disable the Hackers
Last week, we kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, detailing strong passwords as your first line of defence against a cyber attack; this week, we cover the second: multi-factor authentication (MFA). Multi-factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security by requiring two or more methods of verification to access your accounts. Rather than relying solely on a password, MFA can come in several forms. These include
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Use a Strong Password + a Password Manager
Cybersecurity professionals always say it, but it’s true: passwords are your first line of defence against data breaches. Because of this, it is crucial to make them strong and difficult to crack. Remember these three keys to make your passwords stronger: Make them long. The longer a password is, the more challenging to crack. CIRT-BS and other industry experts recommend passwords of 16 characters minimum.
PRESS RELEASE: CIRT-BS CELEBRATES CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH WITH “SECURE OUR WORLD” CAMPAIGN
NASSAU, The Bahamas—The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) is proud to announce Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024 with a focus on the theme, “Secure Our World.” The annual October recognition aims to empower individuals and organisations to prioritise cybersecurity in their daily lives to foster a safer digital environment for everyone. In an increasingly interconnected world, the need for robust cybersecurity measures
Help Secure Our World this Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an international initiative that educates everyone about online safety and empowers individuals and organisations to protect their data from cybercrime. Amidst large-scale data breaches and cyber-attacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us about simple, effective ways to remain safe online, protect personal data, and ultimately help secure our world. The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) is proud
WhatsApp Account Hijacking Scams Advisory
ⓘ This advisory addresses an increase in compromised WhatsApp accounts. Attention constituent: CIRT-BS is advising members of the public to stay alert as a sophisticated scam targeting WhatsApp users is on the rise. Cybercriminals are hacking accounts and deceiving users’ friends and family into sending money by posing as trusted contacts. How the Scam Works Scammers make contact, sometimes with a WhatsApp call, and use fake
CrowdStrike Update (Phishing Attempts)
ⓘ This advisory addresses new phishing attempts related to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor crash. Attention Constituents: Since CrowdStrike deployed its international Falcon sensor fix last Friday, 19 July 2024, Crowd Strike Intelligence has identified that threat actors are leveraging this event for malicious purposes such as: Distributing a malicious zip file named “crowdstirke-hotfix.zip”; Establishing fraudulent domains to mimic CrowdStrike; Sending phishing emails posing as CrowdStrike support
Building Cyber Resilience: Join the CIRT‑BS Cybersecurity Professional Meetup
CIRT‑BS invites cybersecurity professionals, IT practitioners, and digital defenders to connect at the Cybersecurity Professional Meetup, a gathering designed to strengthen collaboration and national cyber
Advisory: FortiBleed Credential Leak Exposes Thousands of Fortinet VPN Devices Worldwide
Recent reports from cybersecurity researchers have identified a large-scale credential exposure event, known as FortiBleed, involving credentials associated with Fortinet VPN and firewall devices worldwide.
Save The Date: Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition 2026
Cyber Sharks Capture the Flag Competition Bahamas is a groundbreaking national cybersecurity challenge for Bahamian youth ages 13–16. Hosted by the National Computer Incident Response
Stay Sharp: Your Phishing and Smishing Survival Kit Body
Cybercriminals are getting smarter but so can you. The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) has launched the Phishing and Smishing Survival
Advisory: Beware of Fraudulent NIB Smart Card Renewal Text Scam
CIRT‑BS warns the public about fraudulent messages impersonating the National Insurance Board (NIB). These scams aim to deceive recipients into clicking unsafe links or sharing
Smishing vs Phishing: Understanding the Dual Threat
Cyber‑criminals continue to evolve their tactics, targeting both mobile and desktop users. Smishing uses SMS or messaging apps to lure victims into clicking fraudulent links
Advisory: Fake Traffic Fine Payment Scam
The National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) is aware of fraudulent websites impersonating legitimate government services and attempting to collect fake traffic
Bahamas Election Security Awareness 2026
Daily Election Checklist: Stay Informed. Stay Secure. Verifying information is everyone’s responsibility: Follow updates from official government channels and the Parliamentary Registration Department Rely on
Child Online Protection Webinar: A Conversation That Matters
On May 20, 2026, the National Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT‑BS) will host the Child Online Protection Webinar, uniting international experts to
CyberWizards Camp 2026: Represent The Bahamas in Estonia
CIRT-BS is proud to introduce CyberWizards Camp 2026, an international initiative aimed at strengthening cybersecurity capacity and inspiring the next generation of women in technology. We
Strengthening The Bahamas’ Digital Future: CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
Building Connections in Cybersecurity The Bahamas is taking bold steps toward digital resilience, and the upcoming CIRT-BS Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup is a key milestone in
CIRT-BS to Participate in ISBET Tech Expo 2026
ISBET’s Tech Expo 2026 is a high-impact event that brings together industry experts, innovators, and students for a series of forward-looking panel discussions and hands-on
Mark Your Calendar: Child Online Protection Webinar
CIRT-BS invites the public to join our upcoming Child Online Protection Webinar, a timely and important conversation focused on safeguarding children in today’s digital environment.
Child Protection Month: Building Safe Digital Spaces for Our Children
Child Protection Month: Building Safe Digital Spaces for Our Children As The Bahamas observes Child Protection Month, it is an important time to reflect on
Take Control of Your Digital Security
How prepared do you feel to face today’s cyberthreats? Would you like to explore these from a gender lens?👩🏽💻🔒👾 This is exactly the conversation we will
Actively Exploited SQL Injection in FortiClient EMS
ⓘ We are reaching out to let you know that a critical, actively exploited vulnerability has been identified in Fortinet’s FortiClient EMS platform. Attention constituent:
CIRT-BS March Week Recap
Last week, our team participated in a series of engagements. We began at the University of The Bahamas Business Week, delivering a session on “Understanding
CISCO AsyncOS Zero Day Vulnerability
ⓘ We are reaching out to let you know that there is a newly identified advanced persistent threat (APT) that has been exploiting a zero-day
Cybersecurity Workshop: Online Safety – Protecting Your Digital Identity
CIRT-BS is proud to continue our School Tour with a stop at The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI), where we’ll engage staff, students, and