State governments face frequent cyberattacks because they manage critical infrastructure—such as energy, water, and transportation—and hold large volumes of sensitive data like Social Security numbers and licenses. Despite this responsibility, many agencies lack strong cybersecurity due to limited budgets and understaffed teams. This combination of vital services, valuable data, and insufficient protection makes state governments attractive targets for threat actors. As a result, cybersecurity teams struggle to defend complex systems against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

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