USA – GEORGIA Trends and Developments Contributed by: Rose J Hunter Jones and Meredith Perlman, Hilgers Graben PLLC
isolated backup laptops and cellular networks disconnected from the compromised county system. These incidents highlight the persistent vulner - abilities and challenges in securing election infrastructure against cyber threats. They follow a series of election security threats from 2022, highlighting the need for ongoing vigilance and investment in robust cybersecurity measures. While Georgia’s systems successfully mitigated these threats, the state is not alone in facing cyber-attacks targeting election integrity. Conclusion As Georgia continues to navigate the evolv - ing landscape of data privacy and cybersecu - rity, the enactment of new legislation and the response to recent cyber incidents underscore the state’s recognition of the critical importance
of safeguarding personal information and public systems. The Georgia Consumer Privacy Protec - tion Act (SB 473) and the Protecting Georgia’s Children on Social Media Act represent steps toward establishing a more secure and privacy- conscious environment, yet challenges remain in terms of compliance, enforcement, and adaptation to emerging threats. Meanwhile, the cybersecurity incidents of 2024 serve as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that exist within both public and private institutions, emphasising the urgent need for proactive measures and con - tinued investment in robust security frameworks. Moving forward, businesses, government agen - cies, and stakeholders must work collaboratively to stay ahead of potential threats, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and the resilience of Georgia’s digital infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected world.
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