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.
Cybersecurity
Watchdog cites gaps in security of wireless devices
Computers simultaneously hooked up to agency wired networks and insecure wireless networks are a particular risk, GAO finds.
Digital Government
Two agencies favor Do Not Track option to protect Web user privacy
Commerce and FTC support voluntary but enforceable browser tool that allows opting out of website tracking relied on by industry advertisers.
Digital Government
TSA seeks better airport screening methods
Agency sought advanced technologies prior to concerns over full-body scans and pat-downs.
Digital Government
Countering WikiLeaks could stifle information sharing
Experts favor efforts to change behavior of would-be leakers rather than seeking new technical ways to protect secret government data.
Cybersecurity
Postal Service IG examines cyber incident data
USPS handles large volumes of financial transactions, which makes it an attractive target for cyber criminals.
Digital Government
Twitter Ties
Federal managers are Tweeting into unknown territory to get the word out and to get their jobs done.
Cybersecurity
United States is ill-prepared for a cyberwar, former adviser says
The government has offensive capabilities but no defensive plan, according to a George W. Bush administration official.
Modernization
OMB plan to streamline IT purchasing wins praise but faces headwinds
House Republicans and appropriations players could resist effort to align federal technology refreshment with funding cycle.
Digital Government
Lieberman unveils bill to stabilize funding for e-rule-making
Open government groups laud improvements to website allowing public to comment on agency proposals.
Cybersecurity
Debate swirls on overhauling cybersecurity certifications
Trade group finds existing programs are adequate, but think tank recommends creating an entity to administer credentials in specialty areas.
Cybersecurity
Senators mull bill to require private sector reporting of cyberattacks
Stuxnet worm that damaged networks in Iran prompts review of U.S. industry vulnerability.
Digital Government
Air cargo screening lacks advanced intelligence, DHS testifies
First details provided on technological protections used in aftermath of attempted bombing of planes originating in Yemen.
Digital Government
Bypass FOIA and seek data from agencies, says Obama official
White House transparency deputy says open government officers will cooperate and accelerate document disclosure.
Modernization