Quick Hits

*** The U.S. Army issued new device policy for teleworkers. To guard against data leaks, teleworking soldiers, civilian employees and contractors are required to clear devices with automatic listening technology from their work area, or have audio access functions disabled. Smart speakers and smart TVs are included along with smartphones and tablets with active personal digital assistant functionality.

*** The Department of Homeland Security is facing "persistent" data problems, according to a new report from the agency's Office of Inspector General.