Digital Government
Russia Wanted to Be Caught, Says Company Waging War on DNC Hackers
That fits a pattern of increasing bold moves over the past year by the groups, which are also known as FANCY BEAR and COZY BEAR, one expert says.
Cybersecurity
White House: Cyber Competitions Could Solve Skills Shortage
Office of Science and Technology Policy experts think contests could help the White House raise awareness about job opportunities.
Cybersecurity
Video: Password Manager LastPass Fixes Security Flaw
Another reason to stay vigilant about password security.
Cybersecurity
How synced can (and should) NSA and CIA be on cyber?
NSA and the CIA have revamped themselves in the past year. FCW asked officials how well Fort Meade and Langley are collaborating in cyberspace in pursuit of their separate missions.
Cybersecurity
Should election systems be considered critical infrastructure?
Voting machines and the databases behind them don't clearly fall into any of DHS' categories of critical infrastructure, but some experts say that should change.
Cybersecurity
Former USPS Worker Allegedly Ripped Credit Cards from Envelopes to Buy Designer Handbags, Cars
Financial Services // Government (U.S.) // California, United States
Cybersecurity
Paramedics Snapped Selfies with Unconscious Patients inside Ambulances
Government (U.S.) // Florida, United States
Cybersecurity
U.S. Citibank Employee Erases the Company's Servers, Crippling 110 Branches
Financial Services // United States
Digital Government
Nextgov Event: Post-OPM Breach, Where Are We in Federal Cybersecurity?
Join Nextgov Aug. 11 to discuss the government's cybersecurity standing.
Digital Government
DNC Email Leaks Could Be Payback From Russia for US Meddling in Foreign Elections
For a quarter century, the U.S. has sought to strengthen democracy in former Soviet countries such as Georgia, Ukraine and Kyrgyzstan.
Cybersecurity
FBI Director: Time to Discuss Encryption Before 'Something Terrible Happens'
"At some point, encryption is going to figure into a major event in this country," Comey said.
Cybersecurity
DOD CIO calls for better industry collaboration on cyber
The Defense Department's Terry Halvorsen said technology firms must work together to craft better cybersecurity solutions.
Cybersecurity
When security goes too far
What happens when agencies realize that every connected device is a potential threat?
Ideas
Time to Stop Hitting the Cyber Snooze Button on US Infrastructure
There’s nothing special about the U.S. power grid that would protect systems from cyber terrorists.
Cybersecurity
Should Secret Service Protect Emails of Future Presidents?
Until there is some type of specific intrusion, like the alleged DNC hack, there is nothing the government specifically does to help prevent hack attacks against presidential nominees.
Cybersecurity
Professionals Across the Globe Agree: Governments Don’t Invest Enough in Cyber
And one in three thinks the cyber shortage makes their organizations more vulnerable to attack.
Digital Government
Trump's Plea for Russia to Hack the US Government
The Republican nominee publicly asked a foreign government to leak emails from a cabinet secretary, dismissed the Geneva Conventions, and seemed confused about where Tim Kaine came from.
Cybersecurity
Cyber worker shortage hurting operations
Although the U.S. is in the top tier for educating new cybersecurity workers, the small talent pool is still a significant challenge for industry and government, according to a new survey.
Digital Government