Cybersecurity
Agencies to dole out new hardware keys for secret networks
Move follows alleged leaks about cyberwarfare.
Modernization
GSA considers creating a cloud services brokerage
Key issues will be the broker’s neutrality and compliance with FedRAMP.
Cybersecurity
Five reasons why cybersecurity is a tough nut to crack
Private ownership is among reasons regulation is difficult.
Digital Government
FDA investigates how confidential files went public
Documents are related to surveillance operation against its scientists.
Cybersecurity
Frivolous security clearances could diminish government transparency
Does everyone who has a security clearance really need it? At least one lawmaker argues that they don't, and says the effort to issue unneeded clearances comes with a significant cost.
Cybersecurity
Are FBI's Android data-sharing apps hacker-proof?
The bureau intends to tap GMU scientists for security tests involving cloud-based computing.
Cybersecurity
Sometimes its smart to use dumb passwords
The recent Yahoo hack reveals a new way to look at passwords
Cybersecurity
Any cybersecurity bill is better than no bill, senate panel told
The panel said waiting to act could be dangerous.
Cybersecurity
NSA chief plugs federal standards to regulate industry computers
Gen. Keith Alexander praises the SANS Institute for promoting 20 critical security measures.
Cybersecurity
Collaboration needed to stabilize cyberspace
Alternative approaches to cybersecurity would benefit overall U.S. goals and close cybersecurity gaps.
Cybersecurity
Threats lurk among Pentagon’s sprawling computer networks
The Defense Department aspires to unify technology systems, contracts and cybersecurity standards.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Command Chief: Act on cyber bills before 'something bad happens'
Alexander acknowledges that privacy is a concern for some.
Cybersecurity
NSA director warns of cyber threats
Gen. Keith Alexander cites need for access to information to thwart attacks.
Modernization
How many people phone companies hire to give away your information
Companies like Verizon Wireless, AT&T and Sprint hire hundreds of employees to answer requests for user information.
Cybersecurity
Cyber warfare: New battlefield, new rules
The old rules of war don’t apply in cyberspace, so the federal government is writing a new book for the new age of combat.
Cybersecurity
How to check if you'll lose the Internet Monday
FBI protection of DNS malware will expire, leaving many PC users unable to connect.
Cybersecurity
Elite Air Force school graduates first class of cyberwarriors
Course trains participants to hunt down infiltrators, defend networks and launch attacks.
Cybersecurity
If hackers didn't exist, governments would have to invent them
The myth of malicious adolescents out to wreak havoc on our technology spurs Internet regulations that are far more stringent than is reasonable.
Modernization