Spanberger Issues Executive Order to Address AI Cybersecurity Risks

After AI attack on Virginia agency, Spanberger demands better cybersecurity

After AI agents attacked the Virginia Department of Education, Gov. Abigail Spanberger is creating a task force designed to beef up the state's cybersecurity.

Virginia orders plans to address artificial intelligence cyber threats

(The Center Square) – Virginia will develop plans to prevent and respond to artificial intelligence-related cyberattacks and deploy an independent team to review security weaknesses across connected state data systems.

Spanberger issues executive order to address AI cybersecurity risks

The commonwealth is taking steps to prevent and respond to artificial intelligence (AI)-related cyberattacks after Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) issued an executive order Friday.

Spanberger Orders Statewide Cybersecurity Plan to Address Growing Threats From Artificial Intelligence

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has ordered the development of a statewide cybersecurity plan to protect government systems, critical infrastructure, and public services from growing cyber threats, including those involving artificial intelligence. On Friday, October 23, Spanberger issued Executive Directive 6, instructing state officials to develop a coordinated strategy to prevent and respond to cyberattacks. The

Spanberger orders statewide plan to address AI-related cyberattacks

The move follows recent reports of AI models acting beyond the scope of their instructions.

Virginia governor orders statewide plan to address AI cyberattacks

The directive calls for a statewide response plan and greater coordination among government agencies and technology companies as AI-related cyber risks grow.