Cybersecurity
Survey: Deadlines win over security in a rout
Most software developers say application security is a high priority, but they admit that product deadlines usually take precedence.
Cybersecurity
IRS makes borrowing, lending less taxing
A new express service will enable the IRS to sent electronic tax transcripts to mortgage firms.
Cybersecurity
Survey: Partnerships increase security risks
Three-quarters of businesses and government agencies said they believe having partners increases the chances of an information security breach, but less than 50 percent said they evaluate their partners’ security.
Cybersecurity
DHS cites need for biometric exchange standards
An official says the war in Iraq has created a practical need for biometric exchange standards for use by the Homeland Security and Defense departments.
Cybersecurity
DHS names ITAA exec as cybersecurity chief
Chertoff appoints Gregory Garcia, former vice president for information security policy and programs at ITAA, to fill the long-vacant post.
Cybersecurity
NIST releases revision of draft biometrics publication
The guidelines are acquisition and formatting specifications regarding personal identity verification card biometrics.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers debate anti-terrorism technology progress
A joint House subcommittee meeting hears praise for the SAFETY Act even as DHS officials promise more improvements and faster deployment of technologies.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Storm blasts interagency cybersecurity
The exercise found a lack of coordination, risk assessment and communications.
Cybersecurity
GAO: DHS has 'major tasks' to do in cybersecurity
A GAO report states that in 2005 the department had pinpointed 13 key cybersecurity responsibilities without fully addressing any of them.
Cybersecurity
Senators: Expedite info-sharing plan
Lawmakers tell intell chief to ensure that the mandated Information Sharing Environment implementation plan is sent to Congress without delay.
Cybersecurity
Air Force gets WISE on network security
The Air Force Research Laboratory Information Directorate, has awarded a $9.5 million contract for research in the area of enhanced computer network security.
Cybersecurity
DHS rule might get industry to open up
Industry has fought DHS on information sharing.
Cybersecurity
Web Extra: Wanted: Program officers to safeguard information
State governments will take on the costs of complying with a DHS rule about sharing critical infrastructure information.
Cybersecurity
CSC unveils Border and Immigration Solutions center
Facility aims to provide security solutions in ID and border management and credentialing.
Cybersecurity
Feeling vulnerable? Talk about it
Red Hat and NIST have created a commenting system for NIST's National Vulnerability Database to give vendors a forum to publicly contribute information about common vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity
TSA selects eight vendors to bid on TWIC
The Transportation Security Administration issued the request for proposals to the winning contractors Sept. 1, and they must file responses by Oct. 2.
Cybersecurity
SmartBuy prepares to talk protection
The office plans to negotiate with several companies for antivirus protection and software management services.
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5 star technologies that feds should know about and deploy
These new information technologies will change the way government works.
Cybersecurity
3 Web sites and a blog worth checking out
Sites help keep feds informed about cybersecurity and ahead of the latest security incidents.
Cybersecurity