New standard boosts security for digital docs
FIPS 180-4 updates the federal Secure Hash Standard by adding two new algorithms to the list of those approved for validating digital content.
Industry to Congress: Hands off cybersecurity
A panel of network executives warns legislators that imposing requirements for security could hamper them in efforts to get ahead of the bad guys.
Judge grants extension on DNSChanger server shutdown
Ruling buys time for cleanup before infected computers are cut off from the Internet.
5 LulzSec/Anonymous members charged after leader helps FBI
The hacker group's purported leader began helping investigators after his arrest last year, leading to five members being charged March 6.
Successful hacks, lost laptops plagued NASA in past year
In 2011 hackers gained "full functional control" of systems at JPL, and a lost laptop held unencrypted control codes for the International Space Station, NASA's IG tells Congress.
Anonymous supporters fooled into downloading Zeus malware
A modified link to an attack tool used by the group also delivered the Zeus botnet malware, which steals online banking and Web mail credentials, Symantec reports.
NIST fills some gaps in smart-grid standards
Updated roadmap adds 22 technical standards to the first release from two years ago, which FERC said wasn’t ready for adoption.
Can NSA be trusted to oversee public networks?
A lack of transparent oversight of the agency charged with snooping on foreign communications makes it a poor choice for handling domestic security.
GOP's alternative cyber bill sets up 'classic Washington duel'
The bill, introduced in opposition to legislation proposed by Sen. Joe Lieberman, places no requirements on the private sector for securing critical infrastructure.
Microsoft aims for integrated management of mobile technology
Microsoft is trying to merge the flexibility mobile technology gives agencies with the need for management and security, company executives said at the Public Sector CIO Summit in Redmond, Washington.
As deadline nears, federal agencies mostly free of DNSChanger
Although millions of computers might still be cut off from the Internet March 8, the government has done a good job cleaning up its own infections, one researcher says.
Key to better security on a tight budget: Quality workforce
A panel discussion on maintaining cybersecurity with a shrinking government budget quickly focuses on the workforce.
NSA: Inconsistent products preventing secure Android phones
The agency wants to enable top-secret security on commercial smart phones but can't find the standards-based commercial products that meet its needs.
25 alleged Anonymous hackers busted in international crackdown
The suspects were arrested after an Interpol-backed investigation. Other Anonymous members retaliated quickly.
IPv6 security: Difficult but doable, panelists say
The need to adopt the next generation of Internet Protocols in networks has made IPv6 a hot topic for the first time at this premier security conference.
Smart-grid security delayed by questions of government regulation
With billions of dollars being invested a smart electric grid, its security still is being debated by a Congress divided politically over the role of government in securing critical infrastructure.
Why government is still waiting for 'PKI-at-the-door'
Government has issued smart ID credentials to most personnel and wants to pursue a single credential for both logical and physical access, but infrastructure upgrades and tight budgets slow the use of the cards for physical access control.
TuneUp keeps the wheels of enterprise turning, at home or office
TuneUp Utilities Business Edition Version 2012 is ideal for telecommuters who need to maintain their systems but don't have an administrator to call in for backup.
Make your passwords hard to crack, easy to use
RoboForm relieves users of the need to keep track of all of their passwords while keeping them securely stored in one place.
Fuss over cyber war distracts from real threats, security pioneer says
Cybersecurity innovator and outspoken critic Marcus Ranum says cyber war isn't likely, but we're doing a "lousy" job against hackers.
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