Securing the 9-8-8 Suicide Lifeline: New Cybersecurity Protections and Reporting.
This law strengthens the security of the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline against cyberattacks and disruptions. It mandates rapid reporting of all cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents within 24 hours to ensure continuous service and protect the privacy of individuals seeking help. This measure increases public confidence that this critical mental health resource will be reliable and secure during emergencies.
Key points
Requires the 9-8-8 Lifeline program to coordinate with federal security experts to eliminate known cybersecurity weaknesses.
Mandates immediate (within 24 hours) reporting of all cyber incidents and vulnerabilities by crisis centers and the network administrator.
Orders an independent study to evaluate the cybersecurity risks associated with the 9-8-8 Lifeline operations.
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