Cybersecurity
GSA switch to cloud-based e-mail sparks security debate
Possibility that information could be hosted on foreign-based servers causes concern.
Digital Government
Loopholes in global aviation system pose challenges to effective screening, officials say
Legal and cultural differences among countries could be roadblocks to developing standard security measures.
People
WikiLeaks spurs NASA to emphasize information protection
NASA issued an internal memo to employees on Friday reminding them about the safe handling of confidential information in response to the WikiLeaks "cablegate" scandal.
Digital Government
USGS sets up Facebook 'ambassador' program
The U.S. Geological Survey is trying a new approach on Facebook to connect and coordinate expertise at the agency and with the public.
People
NASA moves too slow on projects, GAO says
The slow pace of innovation and acquisition at NASA is unsustainable and hinders the agency's mission, according to a Government Accountability Office report issued earlier this week.
Digital Government
COTS: Now maybe a four-letter word
Software products now include code that was developed offshore and may contain malicious code that threatens U.S. critical infrastructure and mission-critical defense and intelligence systems.
Modernization
White House set to complete security standards for cloud computing services next year
Federal CIO Vivek Kundra says administration will wrap up talks with industry in January, and finalize guidance for government within six months.
Digital Government
GSA launches social media directory
Government's landlord joins other agencies in creating a centralized directory of its social media presence.
Digital Government
WikiLeaks did 'significant damage' to diplomacy, State official says
State's assessment of disclosure of classified cables differs starkly from comments made by Defense secretary.
Digital Government