Cybersecurity

Cell phones, other wireless devices next big cybersecurity targets

Mobile computing products are the source of a "coming tsunami of insecurity" as hackers develop ways to exploit the airwaves and their applications, security expert says.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity tops priorities for DHS' research and development arm

Sizable budget increase would fund 'leap-ahead technologies,' acting chief says.

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Gates: Cybersecurity is a high priority for DOD

Cybersecurity threats are a growing problem for the Defense Department, say Defense Secretary Gates and Joint Chiefs Chairman Mullen.

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DNI: Public trust important for cybersecurity

The Director of National Intelligence said the public needs to be convinced that cybersecurity programs will protect civil liberties.

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Cybersecurity, E-Verify are big winners in DHS budget

A House subcommittee has approved a $42.6 billion spending bill for the Homeland Security Department that increases the amount allocated to cybersecurity efforts.

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NIST drafts smart grid standards

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Bill aims to speed frequent fliers through security

The TSA reauthorization legislation passed by the House has a provision that would strengthen the Registered Traveler program, a business group says.

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The FCW.com Top Ten

Here's a look at the top stories FCW.com readers were watching for the week of June 1-5.

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DHS draws flak for review of services contracts

DHS' new mandatory reviews of professional service contracts: A good idea or too tough to do?

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IG: DHS security clearances need IT help

The Homeland Security Department could improve its security clearance process by beefing up its computer support, IG says.

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Bills would kill DHS satellite surveillance office

A senior House Democrat has introduced legislation to eliminate a DHS-run program to make intelligence and military satellite imagery more available to civilian agencies for domestic purposes.

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Cyber leader powers still unknown

President Barack Obama received widespread praise for his recent decision to create a cybersecurity coordinator, but some observers say it remains to be seen whether the position has enough authority.

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Former Deepwater engineer's allegations untrue, Lockheed says

A False Claims Act lawsuit against Lockheed Martin involves a former employee's allegations that the company says it has already investigated and found without merit.

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Deepwater milestone signals a step forward

Coast Guard Rear Adm. Gary Blore, assistant commandant for acquisition, discusses the final acceptance of the National Security Cutter Bertholf, which is the largest asset completed so far in the service's controversial $24 billion Integrated Deepwater Systems acquisition program.

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DHS' IG reports millions recovered from fraud

The Homeland Security Department's inspector general has recovered $228 million in fines and other payments by investigating complaints of alleged waste, fraud and abuse.

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GSA nominee says Networx transition is too slow

Martha Johnson warns that at current rate the government will not complete the telecommunications shift before the contracts expire in two years.

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Obama's likely pick for cybersecurity head remains murky

Although some analysts have ideas about the qualities the person filling the position might need, no one is naming names of likely contenders.