Cybersecurity
OMB, DHS outline data security best practices
A new paper lists 10 common mistakes agencies make in securing data and ways to fix them.
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The new door openers
Defense Department officials used HSPD-12 smart cards in 10 trial runs to test their feasibility for providing improved building access security.
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It's hand-holding time
Employees facing background checks will need reassurance and training to help them adjust to the new smart cards.
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A new take on crowd control
Can virtual directories help managers impose order on unruly directories?
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DOJ looks to replace Web security package
The department issued an RFI on a system that would replace its suite of commercial software.
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VA to expand encryption to in-house removable storage
The decision follows a data breach at the department's medical center in Birmingham, Ala., that put millions of people's personal information at risk.
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Agencies see smart-card value beyond HSPD-12
The challenge is how to use the cards and how to encourage agencies to collaborate on common goals, a DOT official says.
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State codifies security language
Proposed contracting rule would standardize wording of vendors’ IT security obligations.
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Unions riled by background checks
A GSA union says it will file an unfair labor practice complaint about HSPD-12 program.
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Few breaches lead to identity theft, GAO finds
But when it happens, GAO recommends agencies use a risk-based notification standard to identify the incidents in which the potential for harm exists and the appropriate actions to take.
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DOD IG: Failures in NetCents jeopardize classified info
Air Force users did a poor job of addressing IT security in task orders, the IG says.
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Lawmakers to DHS: Spend more on cybersecurity
Only 1 percent of the Science and Technology Directorate's funds are slated for cybersecurity R&D, but Undersecretary Jay Cohen promised to be more proactive.
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White House council puts cybersecurity in focus
The White House Homeland Security Council is paying more attention than ever to computer security and may issue guidance from the presidential level later this year.
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IG: Energy contractors mismanaging IT acquisitions
Contractors failed to oversee sensitive computer hardware because of inconsistent policies, the inspector general said.
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Increase in cyberthreats spurs feds, industry
Executives forecast an increased demand in the security product market as federal officials discuss strategies to combat cybercrime.
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State pushing for IT contractors to monitor security
Under a new requirement, IT contractors would be responsible for the security of systems that access the department's mission-related information.
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Encryption BPAs are open to all
Contracts awarded under GSA’s SmartBuy signal better intergovernmental relations.
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Lawmakers grill DHS’ CIO
Homeland Security Department’s Charbo promises that better security is on its way.
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Justice breaks 1-hour rule
Agency’s security officials will comply, but some say reporting rule is impractical.
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