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At last, some good news on the cybersecurity front. On Jan. 7, Las Vegas was the target of what could have been a devastating cyberattack. Unlike other cities, however, Vegas was not caught unaware. Instead, it detected the intrusion, avoiding what would have otherwise been a major crisis. Here’s what you need to know to follow their example.

Ransomware attacks against municipal governments continued in force last month, as four U.S. cities found themselves at the mercy of hackers: New Orleans, Louisiana; Pensacola, Florida; Galt, California; and St. Lucie, Florida. It’s unclear at this point if the four attacks are connected. All we know for sure is that they won’t be the last and that it’s imperative we learn as much from them as possible.

In a weekly tech advice column, the FBI provided a list of recommendations for people seeking to protect themselves against the inherent cybersecurity risks of the Internet of Things. This advice isn’t just valuable for consumers. Rather, it’s something that every business in every industry should follow.