Cybersecurity
Hackers exploited out-of-support software to scan federal systems, CISA says
The cyber agency is once again asking agencies to update their software.
Defense
DOD offices see post-quantum cryptography as 'mission critical'
Offices within the Navy and Air Force are looking to both protect systems and harness benefits of quantum information sciences and computing
Emerging Tech
VA creates new monitoring system after glitch affects more than 120,000 veterans’ claims
Officials from the Department of Veterans Affairs said they’re creating a new system to notify officials “within 24 hours” of any issues affecting electronically filed claims.
Defense
Tuberville says he'll drop hold on most military promotions
Alabama senator says he will keep the brakes on some of the most senior officers’ nominations.
Cybersecurity
OMB takes aim at internet of things cybersecurity
The Office of Management and Budget’s recent FISMA guidance notes the importance of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s ability to scan agencies for vulnerabilities on an ongoing basis.
People
Commerce CIO Mendes announces retirement
After more than 14 years in the federal government, André Mendes is returning to his home state of Texas for a county CIO post.
Ideas
Taking open source risks seriously
COMMENTARY | Software bills of materials don't address what tech leaders should actually do to make sure open source components are safe to use.
Cybersecurity
House bill looks to shore up federal cyber workforce
The bill, a companion to a Senate bill introduced in July, looks to fortify the U.S.’s domestic cybersecurity workforce and training programs.
Artificial Intelligence
Human operators must be held accountable for AI’s use in conflicts, Air Force secretary says
The Pentagon needs “to find a way to hold people accountable” for what artificial intelligence technologies do in future conflicts, according to Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall.
Cybersecurity
CISA, FBI warn on Iran-backed infrastructure hacks
The hacking group CyberAv3ngers is actively targeting an Israeli-made automation system in wide use in the water and wastewater sector.
Cybersecurity
OPM launches cyber rotational program for feds
The new rotational program is an outgrowth of 2022 legislation backed by Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., who chairs the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
People
Debate over federal telework fumes in House subcommittee
Agency HR officials defended their approach to workplace flexibilities and highlighted budgetary issues as bigger drivers of poor customer service.
Acquisition
Protest over OASIS+ pricing data access falls short
ANALYSIS | Boston Consulting Group claimed it did not need to provide that information on certain items in its bid for the government-wide professional services vehicle.
Artificial Intelligence
Why NIST is prioritizing creating a dictionary of AI development
An official from the National Institute of Standards and Technology explained the need for a consensus on language as a means of developing common standards for AI.
Defense
Lawmakers seek to bolster JADC2 initiative with ‘transformative’ objectives
The legislation would give specific Pentagon officials new responsibilities in the department’s development of an interoperable network across its disparate military domains, with particular focus on the Indo-Pacific region.
Digital Government
Digital park passes could become reality under a new legislative proposal
The new, bipartisan recreation-focused package is aimed at cutting red tape around national parks and public land, its backers say.
Ideas
Can improving CX help restore trust in government?
COMMENTARY | To protect benefit programs from abuse while delivering a cohesive CX, agencies need to take an omnichannel approach that harmonizes online, mobile, call center and in-person contacts and incorporates robust remote identity proofing.
Emerging Tech
Senators move to ban TSA’s facial recognition screenings
The bipartisan proposal cited concerns about the government’s collection of biometric data.
Cybersecurity
Congress takes up software supply chain security
The FITARA scorecard could become a vehicle for measuring agency progress against the administration's software security goals.
Digital Government