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title: Cybersecurity
description: Concern was raised that a USB flash drive infected with a virus had been sent to local government entities.
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# [Cybersecurity](https://blog.tmlirp.org/cybersecurity)

 Written by [TMLIRP Content Team](https://blog.tmlirp.org/author/tmlirp-content-team) | August 15, 2019

Last week, concern was raised that a USB flash drive infected with a virus had been sent to local government entities, purportedly from one of their statewide associations. While we do not think this event was widespread, it does highlight the dangers of a USB flash drive, even when it appears to come from a trusted source.

Please note, USB flash drives do represent significant risk for viruses and malware. As such, three simple steps are recommended prior to utilizing any USB flash drive:

1. If you receive a USB flash drive, then determine whether this was expected or not;
2. Verify that the source did indeed send the USB drive
3. Run an anti-virus scan

Additional information regarding cyber security is available on the TMLIRP website, [www.tmlirp.org](https://www.tmlirp.org/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8QORh79SvkDBxybxNkdJhtnnD3kKQC6een5yWG8-wLoNNjHdFRRVu3I98naTZLv0f1hHDm); login and look for the eRiskHub link.

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