Technology

Catch Of The Week: Hurricane Misinformation

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By REBECCA RUTHERDORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

In our digital age, we have access to pretty much anything online, which is great, but also…not so great when so much of what is available online are inflammatory posts on social media, meant to get clicks and views. Misinformation is running rampant.

Viral news is, well, viral. It’s like a bad stomach bug. Your kid gets it and throws up all over you. Before you know it, you’re throwing up all over the place, it gets all over your house, your other kids get it, your husband gets it, vomit everywhere. Yeah this literally happened when my oldest Read More

SFCC Foundation Hosts National Star Party Event Oct. 19

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SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College Foundation announces that it will host a National Star Party event 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, in the SFCC Planetarium (Room 215).

The event is a fundraiser to support SFCC’s Planetarium. Those who attend will view an exclusive livestream presentation from the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, Ill. Participants need to pre-register and reserve the $50 tickets. Register or make a donation at https://bit.ly/sfcc_national_star_party.

Associate Dean Kelly Trujillo, Ph.D., is coordinating the event with the Santa Fe Stargazers, a local astronomy Read More

Kiwanis Hears From Bradbury Director Patrick Moore

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Bradbury Science Museum Director Patrick Moore speaking to the Kiwanis Club Oct. 1 about the history of the museum, its projects and activities, and goals for the future. Courtesy/Kiwanis

By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos

Local Kiwanians were treated to a presentation at its Oct. 1 meeting by Bradbury Science Museum Director Patrick Moore.

Moore talked about the history of the museum, its projects and activities, and goals for the future.

Dr. Moore grew up in Los Alamos and received his degrees from NMSU and Arizona Stata University with specialization in public history, 20th century Read More

Catch Of The Week: UMC Ransomware Attack

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By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

Nobody likes going to the hospital, but what if you became seriously ill or injured and the hospital had to turn you away at the door?

That’s exactly what happened at University Medical System (UMC) in Lubbock, Texas after they recently suffered a ransomware attack and had to divert incoming patients to other hospitals.

What is ransomware?

Ransomware is a malicious software designed to block access to computer systems until a sum of money is paid. The first documented ransomware attack occurred in 1989 when attendees of the World Health Read More

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Staying Safe Online

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OCS News:

  • Office of Cybersecurity uses month to promote best practices

SANTA FE — The Office of Cybersecurity (OCS) announces its commitment to cybersecurity by participating in the 21st Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Founded in 2004, Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held each October, is the world’s foremost initiative aimed at promoting cyber information and best practices. This is a collaborative effort among government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, tribal communities, and individuals committed to educating others about Read More

Catch Of The Week: Wayne County, MI Cyber Attack

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By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

Wayne County is the most populous county in Michigan. Per Wikipedia – “As of 2020, the United States Census placed its population at 1,793,561, making it the 19th-most populous county in the United States”. Reports are indicating that this week Wayne County fell victim to a cyber attack.

Details remain slim, but according to reports from local news they are investigating a cyber attack that has targeted “some internal systems”.

“The County Information Technology team is aware of a cyber incident targeting some internal systems. Read More

Bradbury Ambassador Teens To Host Kickoff To World Space Week Saturday Oct. 5

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By LYDIA DAVIS  

The Bradbury Ambassador Teens (BAT) are hosting their first event, Kickoff to World Space Week. Come to support them and have fun!

  • Date: Saturday, Oct. 5
  • Time: 2-5 p.m.
  • Where: Bradbury Science Museum (1450 Central Ave.)

Bring your friends and family to learn about gravity and telescopes, do fun crafts, make solar oven s’mores, and try solar viewing! We’re very excited to see you there.

If you have any questions, contact bradburyteenambassadors@gmail.com, president linnhtet.htoon@studentlaschools.net, or vice president morgan.dewitt@studentlaschools.net Read More

LANL Director Thom Mason Issues Statement On NNSA Verified Completion Of First Production Unit Of Plutonium Pit For W87-1 Modification Program

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LANL Director Thom Mason

LANL News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Thom Mason today issued the following statement referencing:

On Oct. 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) verified completion of the First Production Unit (FPU) of a plutonium pit for the W87-1 Modification Program.

“I am proud of the important role our laboratory played in leading this critical mission for our nation’s security,” Director Mason said. “I want to recognize the tireless dedication of our workforce over the last several years. Along with Read More

U.S. Department of Energy’s NNSA Completes And Diamond-Stamps First Plutonium Pit For W87-1 Warhead

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NNSA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Oct. 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) verified completion of the First Production Unit (FPU) of a plutonium pit for the W87-1 Modification Program. A plutonium pit is a necessary component in America’s nuclear warheads.

NNSA is currently rebuilding the capability to manufacture plutonium pits, at the rate of no fewer than 80 pits per year. During the Cold War, the United States could manufacture hundreds of pits per year. Pit production ceased in 1989, and NNSA continues to recapitalize production capabilities Read More

County: Local Water Infrastructure Secure From Hacktivists

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COUNTY News:

After an alert concerning pro-Russia Hacktivist Activity at water systems was released last week, officials at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) wish to reassure customers that its water and wastewater systems are not at risk.

The alert was released by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). It said that certain internet accessible devices used in the Water and Wastewater Systems Sector, if exposed and vulnerable, may lead to exploitation or brute force attacks.

The control system used by the DPU for water and wastewater is independent Read More