FBI Warns of High Threat Environment Ahead of 2024 Elections
Federal officials have alerted state election officials to prepare for cyberattacks and violent threats as the 2024 presidential election approaches.
- The FBI has issued a warning to secretaries of state nationwide about 'extremely alarming' threats to election security.
- Election officials are advised to be vigilant against cyberattacks, including phishing and ransomware, and violent threats that may compromise their safety.
- Advancements in artificial intelligence pose new challenges to election integrity, with potential for misinformation and disinformation.
- Recent incidents of threats and cyberattacks underscore the urgency of preparedness among election officials.
- Federal agencies, including the FBI and CISA, are providing resources and training to help state and local officials secure the election process.