Digital Government
A Week After it was Mysteriously Disabled, U.S. Forces-Korea Website Returns
Officials restored most of the content following a 'hardware failure.'
Cybersecurity
Hacked U.S. tech contractors oppose anti-China procurement law
Eleven industry associations ask Congress to reconsider requirement that Chinese-made systems undergo screening for cyber espionage threats.
Cybersecurity
How do You Create U.S. Cyber Guidelines for Foreign Firms?
Multinational companies and critical U.S. businesses with consumer divisions could have trouble fitting into a standard security framework.
Cybersecurity
Website of American Forces in Korea Goes Dark
Defense Department officials say initial reports indicate a hardware failure is to blame.
Digital Government
If You’re a Soldier, Your Next Telecom Carrier Could be a Drone
Mini base stations aboard unmanned aircraft may soon provide troops with smartphone reception.
Digital Government
Homeland Security CIO Takes an Unexplained Leave of Absence
Richard Spires, a well-respected federal manager, has been overseeing the department's $6.4 billion IT purse since 2009.
Digital Government
Foreign Investors Can Apply Online for Green Cards This Summer
Transformation, a long-plagued effort to computerize immigration casework, is set to offer the second-ever digital form.
Cybersecurity
Anti-Hacking Laws Hamper Private Efforts to Hunt Cybercriminals
Only feds have the authority to infiltrate machines serving malware.
Digital Government
Budget Cuts Hit E-Verify
Anti-fraud enhancements central to immigration reform could be delayed due to sequestration.
Digital Government
TSA to Heed Formal Gripes Over Body Scans
Following lawsuit, the agency seeks public comments about formerly undisclosed screening rules.
Modernization
BlackBerry's Last Stand at the Pentagon? Not Yet
Company says BlackBerry 10 will be the first device to pass new military mobile security requirements, amid rumors of a 650,000 bulk purchase of iOS devices.
Cybersecurity
Military Cyber Strike Teams Will Soon Guard Private Networks
Decision to prioritize forces to protect critical infrastructure follows assaults on the banking industry.
Cybersecurity
Contractor Site User Uncovered GSA Data Compromise
Agency to 'aggressively pursue' remedies from system operator IBM.
Digital Government
Pentagon Plans to Deploy More Than 100 Cyber Teams by Late 2015
Cyber Command forces dedicated to protecting critical infrastructure will conduct offensive operations.
Cybersecurity
DHS Cyber Czar Mark Weatherford to Step Down
He built bridges with the Pentagon and corporate leaders to improve network security.
Cybersecurity
GSA Database May Have Leaked Contractor Banking and Proprietary Information
‘Security vulnerability’ could have allowed vendors to see competitors' registration and past performance accounts.
Digital Government
Officials Worry About Vulnerability of Global Nuclear Stockpile to Cyber Attack
Lawmakers request an assessment of nations’ abilities to protect nuclear weapons from a digital strike.
Cybersecurity
Federal Cybersecurity Misses Targets in Annual Report
Agencies lose ground on awareness training, while personnel costs sap the government’s $14.6 billion cyber budget.
Cybersecurity
NIST Works to Drum Up Cyber Standards Support
Executive order calls for voluntary computer security protections for industry by November.
Emerging Tech
Is Carhacking a Serious Threat? Some Analysts Think So.
Intruders can tap into vehicle systems to access cellphone calls, GPS signals, and even the brakes.
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