Cybersecurity
NIST provides security guide for managers
A new handbook provides top agency officials with some pointers on planning and implementing an information security program.
Cybersecurity
Agencies urged to focus first on policies to protect data
Several agencies faced with personal data leaks seek solutions.
Modernization
Microsoft takes the Linux pledge, partners with Novell
The companies will work together on virtualization, management and document compatibility.
Cybersecurity
HSPD-12 cards open new worlds
Feds’ smart cards offer multiple ways to securely manage online identities.
Digital Government
Open-source vendors seek help from Congress
A group of vendors is asking lawmakers to create a legal framework in which open-source software developers can create and deploy software.
Cybersecurity
Should agencies have ‘unplug’ policies?
They must weigh the costs of disconnecting computers vs. potentially spreading attacks.
Modernization
Microsoft, Novell stand together on Linux
The partnership is expected to foster interoperability between SUSE Linux and Microsoft Windows.
Cybersecurity
Davis: Agencies may be underreporting data losses
The most recent report of data loss is the theft of an Army computer containing personal information on 4,600 ROTC scholarship applicants, he said.
Cybersecurity
Security database: The hits just keep on coming
NIST's National Vulnerability Database now lists 20,000 flaws and shows no sign of slacking.
People
Training gets Serious
User-generated content in video game-like programs can enhance training for troops and form a knowledge base of user experiences, a panel said.
People
Veteran voice of senior executives speaks
Carol Bonosaro says the organization she represents values honorable public service.
People
Flipside: It’s a small world
Steve Ressler and Megan Quinn share a bond deeper than just recenet winners of FCW's inaugural Rising Star Awards.
Cybersecurity
Reality of HSPD-12 settles in
A deadline passes, but agencies still must secure federal buildings and IT systems.
People
GAO: TWIC does not have its sea legs
TSA could encounter problems with its secure credentialing program at maritime ports because of poor testing, according to a GAO report.
Cybersecurity
Bloggers take issue with Interior ban
A fear of information leaks led to the ban, but political bloggers are protesting it.
People
Today's rising stars, tomorrow's leaders
Government and industry leaders attending the Rising Star Awards dinner say the program showcases individuals who will take leadership roles in the years ahead.
Digital Government
European Union to share open-source solutions
A consortium led by Unisys will build and manage an online repository for open-source software for EU administrators.
Cybersecurity
Davis highlights problems of data leakers
Commerce’s 1,137 missing laptop PCs are symptomatic of lax policy enforcement.
Cybersecurity
Randi Greenberg: The security minder
A conscientious information security manager for the Homeland Security Department’s US-VISIT program insists that higher-ups listen to her on security matters.
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