All but four states are asking the federal government to take a second look at election systems online, according to CNN.
The Carolinas are part of that group looking to boost security to keep hackers out, but it is unclear whether Georgia will ask the feds for help, instead relying on its own resources.
The Department of Homeland Security is offering to scan state election systems, looking for vulnerabilities and suggesting ways to improve security online.
The effort comes after hackers targeted voting systems in several states and hacked into the Democratic National Committee.
South Carolina officials said they’re looking to reassure voters that information is protected online.
“It’s very important for voters to have the assurance that their vote counts and to have confidence in the system,” South Carolina Election Commission spokesperson Chris Whitmire said. “We’re not only taking steps to protect the process but we want people to know that we’re doing that, that we’re on top of it and doing everything we can.” For the full article click here
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