Cybersecurity
Report: Government’s Zero Days Arsenal is in the Dozens
The Columbia University report advocates more transparency about the government review process for previously unknown computer vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity
Government’s Auditor Passes Own IT Audit
The Government Accountability Office is properly wiping its defunct electronics of sensitive data, an inspector general review finds.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Workforce: A Compound Noun Meaning the Folks Protecting Your Networks
NIST just updated its dictionary for cyber workforce terms.
Cybersecurity
GAO Plans OPM, FedRAMP Audits in 2017
The office also plans to review how well CDC and NIH are protecting health information.
Emerging Tech
Task Force Urges Loosening Reins on Hacking Victims to Fight Back
The report promotes "active defense" measures including locking up a hacker’s network until stolen information is returned.
Cybersecurity
New Rule Takes Handcuffs Off Ethical Hackers
White hat hackers can now search for software vulnerabilities without fear of violating copyright law.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers Press Justice Department on Expanded Police Hacking Powers
The expanded hacking authority will go into effect Dec. 1 unless Congress intervenes.
Cybersecurity
White House to Push to Centralize IT to Protect Crown Jewels
The plan aims to reduce opportunities for hackers to steal government information.
Cybersecurity
US CIO Makes Final Push to Shore Up Government Cyber Vulnerabilities
The new guidance joins numerous Obama administration efforts to modernize government IT.
Cybersecurity
DHS Races to Get Obama’s Signature on Cyber Response Plan
The department wants the National Cyber Incident Response Plan signed before Obama leaves office.
Cybersecurity
It’s On: US Mulls Tricky Options for Retaliation Against Russian Hacks
The U.S. will find it difficult to stand up to Russian hacking while promoting a stable cyberspace.
Cybersecurity
CYBERCOM Reaches Initial Operating Capability
The command is scheduled to reach full capability in 2018.
Cybersecurity
DHS Secretary: DDoS Attack ‘Mitigated’
DHS is working on principles to secure the internet of things, DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson says.
Cybersecurity
Human Rights Group Ranks Best and Worst Messaging Apps for Privacy
Microsoft, BlackBerry and Snapchat fared poorly in the rankings from Amnesty International.
Cybersecurity
NSA Defense Chief Imagines a Cyber Response Without Borders
NSA official Curtis Dukes offered Britain’s National Cyber Security Centre as a model.
Cybersecurity
Interior Department Audit Spots Nearly 100,000 Software Vulnerabilities
Interior agencies don't know how many computers are on their networks.
Cybersecurity
Auditors: Transportation Dept. Needs Better Insights into FAA Cyber Incidents
FAA is monitoring many of its own systems without DOT oversight.
Cybersecurity
Audit: Secret Service Info Systems Still Weak a Year After Chaffetz Leak
The audit cites outdated access controls and poor privacy protections.
Cybersecurity
Senator Sounds Insider Threat Alarm After NSA Contractor Arrest
The arrest of the latest NSA contractor follows high-profile leaks by Snowden, Manning and others.
Cybersecurity
It’s Lights Out on Xmas in EU Cyber War Game
The European Union is hosting its third biennial cyber exercise.
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