Protection. Education. HELP.

One Step at a Time.

At PBC, we believe cybersecurity isn’t a luxury—it’s a basic need in today’s world. We’re building programs and services to meet real people where they are, especially those who’ve been left behind by expensive or inaccessible tech solutions. While some of our services are still in development, here’s where we’re headed:

Cybersecurity Awareness Services

At the Public Bureau of Cybersecurity, we offer accessible, community-driven services designed to build digital resilience across California.
Our programs are tailored to meet the needs of individuals, families, small businesses, nonprofits, and public institutions.

🔹 Cybersecurity Awareness Campaigns

Statewide outreach through media, digital platforms, and community events to promote safe online habits and raise public awareness of cybersecurity threats.

🔹 Educational Workshops & Trainings

Interactive, hands-on trainings for everyday users, educators, small businesses, and public employees—focusing on practical security skills, digital safety, and fraud prevention.

🔹 Small Business & Community Support

Personalized cybersecurity assessments and guidance for small businesses, nonprofits, and local institutions to help them prevent, detect, and respond to digital threats.

🔹 Expert Incident Response & Consultation

On-call cybersecurity experts available to support individuals or organizations during incidents. We offer assistance with incident assessment, containment, and referrals for advanced intervention when needed…

🔹 Public Cybercrime Help Desk

A free, dedicated hotline and digital help desk for reporting cybercrime, asking questions, and receiving real-time guidance on how to respond to threats or recover from attacks.

Fraud & Financial Recovery Support

We provide direct assistance to individuals and small organizations affected by financial fraud,
helping them recover funds, navigate institutions, and regain peace of mind.

🔹 Fund Recovery Guidance

Support for victims of scams, identity theft, and online fraud—including credit card fraud, wire fraud, and cryptocurrency theft. We guide clients through the recovery process step by step.

🔹 Help with Financial Institutions

We assist clients in contacting banks, credit card companies, and other financial service providers to dispute unauthorized charges and recover lost funds.

🔹 Claims & Documentation Support

Hands-on help preparing and submitting reports to banks, police, insurance companies, and any relevant parties involved in the recovery process.

🔹 Legal Rights & Consultation

Basic legal guidance to help clients understand their rights and available options. (We do not provide courtroom representation.)

🔹 Prevention Through Education

We equip clients with tools and training to recognize and avoid future fraud, with easy-to-understand resources on secure transactions and digital habits.

Dark Web Exposure Response & Protection

We help individuals and organizations detect, assess, and respond to dark web exposures—providing practical steps to reduce harm,
secure systems, and regain control.

🔹 Credential Leak Detection

We scan dark web marketplaces and breach data to identify if your personal or organizational credentials have been exposed.

🔹 Risk & Impact Assessment

Our team evaluates the type of data leaked and assesses the risks—such as identity theft, phishing, or unauthorized account access.

🔹 Rapid Incident Response

We offer step-by-step help to secure accounts, reset passwords, enable two-factor authentication (2FA), and remove malicious software.

🔹 Security Reinforcement

Clients receive tailored recommendations, including secure password managers, phishing defense training, endpoint protection, and encrypted communication tools.

🔹 Ongoing Monitoring & Alerts

Subscription-based monitoring provides early warnings about future exposures, with periodic reports and action steps.

🔹 Legal & Compliance Support

If needed, we refer clients to trusted cyber law experts for guidance on data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and assistance with breach notifications.

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