Cybersecurity
DOD stands up new civilian-facing cyber policy office
The nominated head of the new Pentagon office is awaiting confirmation in Congress.
Emerging Tech
Clinton warns of hackers’ ‘leap in technology’ impacting the 2024 election
Rapid AI-backed advancements have let bad actors craft more sophisticated deepfakes and other sham content that could sway election results, she said.
Cybersecurity
2 wireless protocols expose mobile users to spying — the FCC wants to fix that
The protocols are a cornerstone of wireless communications but may contain flaws that enable hackers to tap into Americans’ mobile activities, the agency says.
Cybersecurity
CISA's proposed framework for cyber incident reporting rules includes subpoena power
The rules also require that covered entities that pay ransomware hackers to regain control of their systems and data must report such payments to CISA.
Cybersecurity
Some banks moving too slow to address AI-powered cyberthreats, Treasury says
The agency’s findings will be distributed to Capitol Hill with the hope of drumming up legislation or other initiatives to study the risks.
Cybersecurity
State Department warns employees of fraud scheme targeting payroll systems
Hackers have been targeting annuity accounts to redirect payroll deposits.
Policy
US targets 6 to 8 month timeframe for new nations to join spyware pact
Six new countries joined the agreement last week, and the State Department was working behind the scenes to initially get more signed on.
Cybersecurity
US accuses Chinese hackers of 14-year campaign targeting government officials
The coordinated charges include sanctions on Chinese government-affiliated hackers and an up to $10 million reward for information about the defendants.
Defense
The US must create an independent cyber armed service, report argues
The study involved interviews with over 75 active-duty and retired U.S. military officers and argues an independent Cyber Force is an ideal operating model.
Cybersecurity
New bill would create payment incentives for the health sector to meet cyber standards
The measure led by Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va. comes in the wake of a ransomware attack on UnitedHealth subsidiary Change Healthcare.
Cybersecurity
Congress expected to approve government spending bill that cuts CISA funding
The agency has previously stressed that funding will be needed to combat cyber threats and coordinate with partners as the November presidential election approaches.
Cybersecurity
Biden nominates first assistant defense secretary for cyber policy
The position was created to address concerns about missing civilian leadership in the Pentagon’s cyber policy space.
Cybersecurity
Biden seeks 10% bump to civilian cybersecurity spending for FY25
The funding boost is influenced by the White House’s National Cyber Strategy released last year.
Cybersecurity
Government funding bill punts extension of controversial spying power
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act expires April 19 unless reauthorized by Congress, and an 11th-hour funding bill crafted to avert a partial government shutdown doesn't address the matter.
Cybersecurity
House advances bill empowering FTC to punish data transfers to foreign rivals
The unanimously approved legislation would give the FTC more enforcement power over data transfers to nations like China and Russia.
Policy
US sanctions Kremlin-backed firms for operating network of fake news sites
The disinformation campaign was deployed in Fall 2022, and shows how Russia’s private sector easily works with the government on disinformation operations.
Cybersecurity
White House warns states of continued cyber threats to water infrastructure
The letter to state governors comes after the U.S. sanctioned Iran-linked hackers in February for their breach of water treatment systems last year.
Cybersecurity
Ransomware payment debate resurfaces amid Change Healthcare incident
Expert views don’t entirely align on whether victims should pay ransomware hackers.
Cybersecurity
U.S. still finding victims of advanced China-linked hacking campaign, NSA official says
The Volt Typhoon hacking collective, backed by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army, has been working to burrow into sensitive U.S. systems, officials previously said.
Cybersecurity
FCC approves cyber labeling program for IoT devices
The move is one of several directives underpinning a sweeping Biden administration plan to shore up U.S. cybersecurity.
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