Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity regs seen as less restrictive in the U.S.
Some information technology executives in the U.S. also estimate that a major cyberattack would cost a company $6.3 million for one day of downtime.
Cybersecurity
Report: Critical infrastructure is a frequent target for cyberattacks
Global security and IT executives point to the United States as a model of computer security, but say it also is among the most vulnerable to intrusions.
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New cybersecurity coordinator says he has Obama's ear
Schmidt said he has begun meeting with members of Congress and noted several cybersecurity bills have been introduced.
Cybersecurity
Organizing cybersecurity efforts remains key challenge
Panelists say new White House cyber coordinator might not have the full authority needed to address rapidly multiplying threats.
Cybersecurity
DARPA eyes digital fingerprints to track computer attacks
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is holding a conference for those interested in helping with a project to use digital DNA to bolster cyber defense.
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Without cyber response policies, U.S. can only denounce China attacks
The cyberattacks on Google originating from China highlight technology as a growing arena for the clash of national values and interests.
Cybersecurity
Napolitano orders SBInet reassessment
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano has ordered a re-evaluation of options for protecting the United States-Mexico border because of delays in deploying the SBInet technology system.
Cybersecurity
Assessing a training program
NIST Special Publication 800-16 recommends four ways to evaluate the effectiveness of a cybersecurity training program.
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5 tips for cybersecurity-training your employees
Government security managers recommend several techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of employee cybersecurity training and improving the odds that the lessons will sink in.
Cybersecurity
Better integrated intell could save lives
National security agencies want to make the various databases that hold terrorism information more searchable after the failed Christmas Day airplane bombing.
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Candidate for TSA top job withdraws from consideration
The Transportation Security Administration is still without a leader now that White House nominee Erroll Southers has withdrawn from consideration.
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NIST releases update to smart grid standards
Framework will include options for incorporating legacy technology already in use.
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Air Force issues second call for network attack capabilities
Service seeks technologies to destroy or disrupt enemy information networks.
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Beware of this Facebook scam
Blogger Steve Kelman sniffs out a Facebook phishing attempt, which serves as another reminder of the risks of social media.
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Microsoft will maintain its great firewall in China
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says his company will continue to comply with China's censorship rules, despite Google's recent suggestions that it might exit that market due to Chinese government censorship practices.
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