Cybersecurity
FBI, NSA reveal undisclosed Russian hacking tool
The GRU malware targets Linux operating systems and is used to conduct cyber espionage on behalf.
Artificial Intelligence
What the Rest of Government Should Watch When the Defense Authorization Bill Goes to Conference
Overhauling FedRAMP is just one of a list of ways the NDAA could affect civilian government tech.
Ideas
The U.S. Election System Is Not Ready for Blockchain Technology … Yet
Blockchain does not exist in a vacuum. It requires extensive support from human personnel and other technology.
Cybersecurity
Achieving gains in government IT performance with DevSecOps
Defense agencies in particular are embracing the idea of blending development, security and operations from day one.
Cybersecurity
GAO to Suggest More than 100 Ways to Secure Federal IT Supply Chains
An upcoming GAO report will provide recommendations for civilian federal agencies to secure their global supply chains.
Cybersecurity
Scammers spoof SBA to get disaster loan dollars
The campaign was still active in early August, the latest evidence that the economic assistance tied to COVID-19 remains an attractive target for cyber criminals.
Cybersecurity
4 ways to prepare for Cybersecurity Maturity Model certification
While this compliance may seem challenging, your company can be ready.
Cybersecurity
CISA Finalized Directive on Vulnerability Disclosure Policies, Congressman Says
The binding operational directive would create a legal path for ethical hackers to report website vulnerabilities to government agencies.
Cybersecurity
Using Automated Security Protocols Reduce the Cost of Data Breaches, Report Says
U.S. agencies lead in adopting security automation and orchestration, an expert said.
Cybersecurity
CISA Director Identifies Main Targets of Russian Adversaries in Election Security Efforts
Appeals made to the information security community apply just as much to the average voter—the last line of defense is a patient voter.
Ideas
How to Update Agency Security Operations Centers
Evolving IT environments require officials to plan for the next-generation SOCs.
Modernization
5 Ways the FITARA Scorecard May Evolve
Ten scorecards later, lawmakers and experts are looking for new ways to update the metrics on which agencies are graded.
Cybersecurity
More Federal Funds Could Help Small Jurisdictions With Technical Tools to Secure Elections, Expert Says
The potential for disinformation to disrupt the process casts a shadow on significant improvements made since 2016.
Cybersecurity
NSA wants NatSec users to mask location data
The spy agency is advising users of Defense Department and National Security Systems to take steps to mask their location data on mobile devices and computers.
Cybersecurity
NTIA to Host Proof-of-Concept Summit in Software Transparency Effort
More agencies are starting to ask suppliers for a software bill of materials in building a foundation for better, faster cybersecurity.
Modernization
Most Agencies Are C-Students on 10th FITARA Scorecard
The latest FITARA scorecard marked a milestone since the first report in 2015—no agency received a D or an F grade. But fewer agencies improved grades this time around.
Cybersecurity
CISA chief wants younger, more experienced hackers in federal government
Professional experience and credentials don't have the same importance in cybersecurity, where teenagers can hack governments and multi-billion-dollar corporations.
Ideas
How 5G Could Change Government’s Pandemic Response
The main benefit of 5G, especially for public sector applications, is the enablement of machine-to-machine communications.
Cybersecurity
CISA updates internet connection policies
Many of the changes to the core Trusted Internet Connection policies were in response to public feedback seeking new tech and additional architectural and security concepts.
Cybersecurity