Cybersecurity
Agencies balk at clearance reciprocity
Federal agencies are still reluctant to honor personnel security clearances granted by other agencies or organizations, according to the Government Accountability Office.
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GSA switch to cloud-based e-mail sparks security debate
Possibility that information could be hosted on foreign-based servers causes concern.
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Watchdog cites gaps in security of wireless devices
Computers simultaneously hooked up to agency wired networks and insecure wireless networks are a particular risk, GAO finds.
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WikiLeaks fallout: White House orders classified data security review
The White House is ordering a governmentwide review of information security for classified data after WikiLeaks' release of diplomatic cables.
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DHS makes moderate progress on IT management, IG says
The Homeland Security Department got moderate scores for IT management, acquisition and emergency management in a new report from Inspector General Richard Skinner.
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Postal Service IG examines cyber incident data
USPS handles large volumes of financial transactions, which makes it an attractive target for cyber criminals.
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United States is ill-prepared for a cyberwar, former adviser says
The government has offensive capabilities but no defensive plan, according to a George W. Bush administration official.
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Cybersecurity expert: Stuxnet attack wasn't 'game-changing'
Threats to computer networks are evolving, but there haven't been any 'completely surprising' developments, Adam Meyers says.
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Unencrypted thumb drive causes breach at VA
Two recent security incidents at the Veterans Affairs Department involved employees who didn't follow protocols despite receiving training to do so.
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Priscilla Guthrie to leave CIO job at ODNI, report says
The national intelligence director has announced Charlene Leubecker will be acting CIO.
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Senators mull bill to require private sector reporting of cyberattacks
Stuxnet worm that damaged networks in Iran prompts review of U.S. industry vulnerability.
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Debate swirls on overhauling cybersecurity certifications
Trade group finds existing programs are adequate, but think tank recommends creating an entity to administer credentials in specialty areas.
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