Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month highlights broad audiences -- educational institutions, businesses, R&D centers, policy leaders, investors and technology groups -- that come together in the Massachusetts cybersecurity ecosystem. This ecosystem makes Massachusetts a national cybersecurity leader and enables the state's citizens and economy to thrive in the face of growing threats. Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month is held concurrently with National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month highlights broad audiences -- educational institutions, businesses, R&D centers, policy leaders, investors and technology groups -- that come together in the Massachusetts cybersecurity ecosystem. This ecosystem makes Massachusetts a national cybersecurity leader and enables the state's citizens and economy to thrive in the face of growing threats. Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month is held concurrently with National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
The 2025 theme of the Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month, “Cybersecurity is Economic Security”, emphasizes the critical connection between strong cybersecurity practices and the economic health of Massachusetts businesses and communities.
We can all maintain a secure online posture by following best practices--using unique passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), updating software to the latest release, “thinking” before clicking, and reporting suspicious activity. By doing so, we protect ourselves and our data from hackers and cybercriminals. Learn more here about how to be smart and safe online.
Governor Maura Healey signed an official proclamation on behalf of the Commonwealth to formally announce Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month and kick off the “Cybersecurity is Economic Security” initiative. Read the official proclamation (PDF) HERE or click on the image on the right.
Governor Healey addresses 2025 Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month
Statewide Events
Cybersecurity stakeholders held events throughout the month to showcase their capabilities and contribute to the advancement of cybersecurity across Massachusetts. Visit the events calendar below to see the October 2025 events that are taking place place across the state.
Partner Organizations
Below are some of the organizations statewide that participated in the 2025 Massachusetts Cybersecurity Month.