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IT Security for Public Authorities

For federal, state and local authorities, Myra offers customized cybersecurity concepts that are tailored to the specific requirements of the public sector. Our advanced defense mechanisms provide robust protection against complex digital attacks. In addition, Myra's powerful performance solutions optimize administrative processes so that authorities and public institutions benefit from increased security without sacrificing efficiency or functionality.

 

Critical-Infrastructure-Proven Protection Systems for Public Authorities

✔   DDoS Protection

✔   Web Application & API Protection (WAAP)

✔   Secure CDN

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CYBERSECURITY

How IT Security Helps Public Authorities

E-government and digital citizen services require a secure IT infrastructure in public authorities. Inadequate IT security, on the other hand, can jeopardize the functionality of entire administrations.

 

According to studies by Allianz, cyber incidents are the biggest risk for the public sector. For some years now, politically motivated cyber actors in particular have been increasingly targeting the websites, portals and online interfaces (APIs) of public authorities to attract attention and spread concern among the citizens. In March 2024, for example, a massive wave of DDoS attacks hit hit French government websites.

 

Public authorities can strengthen their digital resilience through effective IT risk management and the implementation of comprehensive security measures. The BSI recommends the use of security management systems, regular penetration tests and employee awareness training to ensure the continuity of important administrative processes.

 

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REGULATORY

IT-Compliance als regulatorische Herausforderung

Setting up IT security for public authorities requires enormous expertise. In public administration, the regulatory requirements for digital systems and processes are considerable. The requirements of the IT Security Act 2.0 and the BSI standards must be observed in order to secure IT in line with compliance requirements. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the NIS2 Directive for federal authorities must also be taken into account.

 

Overall, these regulatory directives require the affected administrative units to regularly demonstrate compliance with strict protection guidelines and to ensure the integrity, availability, authenticity, and confidentiality of data and processes. The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) plays a central role in identifying IT security risks and supporting the federal, state and local authorities.

 

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    OWASP Top 10

    The OWASP Top 10 is a list of the ten most critical security risks for web applications, which is compiled and regularly updated by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Foundation. They serve as an important document for developers and security experts to find out about the most common and most dangerous security vulnerabilities in web applications.

     

    Learn more about cybersecurity according to OWASP Top 10
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    Credential Stuffing

    The systematic misuse of access data through credential stuffing is one of the most frequently used methods of attack by cybercriminals against authorities. Above all, trading the stolen information is a lucrative source of income for attackers.

     

    Learn more about protection against credential stuffing
  • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

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    Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

    In an XSS attack, cybercriminals inject malicious code into web applications by exploiting security vulnerabilities. XSS attacks allow attackers to gain control of a victim's browser, steal sensitive data such as cookies or login information and potentially compromise the entire user account.

     

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  • SQL Injection

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    SQL Injection

    In an SQL injection attack, cybercriminals specifically exploit security vulnerabilities to inject manipulated commands or malicious code via input masks, for example. The attackers aim to manipulate the underlying database and gain unauthorized access to confidential information.

     

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    Zero-Day Exploits

    Zero-day exploits are security gaps in software or hardware that are still unknown to the manufacturer and for which there are no patches yet. These vulnerabilities are exploited by attackers to compromise systems, often before the affected companies have even found out about the gap. Nevertheless, there are suitable solutions for taking appropriate countermeasures promptly until the necessary updates are available.

     

    Learn more about protection against zero-day exploits
  • Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)

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    Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)

    Attackers trick the user's browser into sending manipulated HTTP requests to a website or web application to trigger unwanted actions. This is done, for example, by sharing manipulated links or by visiting malicious websites, which in turn execute an HTTP request in the context of the existing user session.

     

    Learn more about protection against cross-site request forgery

  • cyber threats for authorities

    OWASP Top 10

    The OWASP Top 10 is a list of the ten most critical security risks for web applications, which is compiled and regularly updated by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Foundation. They serve as an important document for developers and security experts to find out about the most common and most dangerous security vulnerabilities in web applications.

     

    Learn more about cybersecurity according to OWASP Top 10
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Penalties

Consequences of cyber incidents

Authorities and public bodies in Germany are exempt from direct fines for breaches of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This is based on a special provision in Art. 83 (7) GDPR, which allows EU member states to refrain from imposing fines on public bodies. Instead, competent supervisory authorities can impose alternative sanctions, such as orders to cease infringements, instructions to adapt data processing or temporary or permanent bans on certain data processing.

 

Despite the lack of fines, data protection violations have significant consequences for public authorities and those responsible for them. These include public pressure through transparent reporting, individual sanctions against responsible persons in the event of deliberate violations, consequences under employment law for managers and, in serious cases, even criminal prosecution. There is also the possibility of claims for damages by those affected.

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Compliance

Meet the requirements of IT security and data protection teams with ease. Myra is your trusted partner, offering unrivaled expertise in the strictest compliance regimes.

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Our Customers

Digital Crisis Support: Managing Extreme Peak Loads

Especially in exceptional social situations, it is essential that millions of citizens can access the official websites and apps of the government and authorities, e.g. the BZgA, at any time. Thanks to Myra technology, these sites run with high performance even in exceptional circumstances, enabling millions of parallel accesses.

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FAQ: IT Security for Public Authorities

NIS2 attaches great importance to security in the digital supply chain. Authorities and public institutions at federal level must therefore ensure that their service providers and suppliers also comply with cybersecurity standards. This means that public administrations must not only protect their own systems and processes, but also pay attention to securing their partners and service providers to keep an eye on the entire supply chain. Against this background, the selection of reliable partners with the necessary expertise in the public sector and the corresponding evidence in the form of relevant certifications and test certificates such as ISO 27001 or BSI C5 is of great importance.

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