GOP cybersecurity task force: Cooperate, don’t regulate
The GOP response to the White House proposal for cybersecurity legislation focuses on limited, near-term objectives.
VA's slip-ups invalidate 157,000 ID cards
The VA has issued more than 157,000 personal identity verification credentials without proper security controls, throwing the validity of every credential into doubt, IG says.
Services-focused IT calls for renewed security push
As agencies cut their IT budgets, security is one thing that they still have to get right, and that might mean boosting investments to get it right the first time.
Federal cybersecurity incidents jump sixfold in five years
Federal agencies show persistent weaknesses in their information security controls, GAO says in a new report.
New technique maps attack paths to quantify cyber risk
NIST researchers develop a way to map an attack path and evaluate the risk at each point. The resulting metrics can help enterprises get the most from their cybersecurity efforts.
NIST offers a how-to for must-do continuous monitoring
In an environment where all IT is mission-critical, continuous monitoring for security and risk management also is essential, NIST says in newly released guidelines.
Internet risks will drive users offline, researcher predicts
A focus on securing legacy architectures instead of new technologies has created an untrustworthy environment, says Purdue professor Eugene Spafford.
Purdue forges top cyber research center
A pioneering institution in the field of computer science, the Center for Education and Research in Information Assurance and Security at Purdue University is helping set the national agenda for computer security.
Agencies don't have to be like Vegas
Mum's usually the word, but the tools to collaborate are proven, available and more secure than agency chiefs seem to think.
Smart grid security: Will 'good enough' be enough?
The emergence of stealthy advanced threats targeting critical systems raises the stakes in trusting our energy system to IP networks.
When mobile meets 911, it's often hit or miss
Smart911 gives callers the option of providing additional information to emergency service providers through an automated add-on to the 911 emergency call system.
Return on 911 investments not always measured in dollars
911 systems that contain more personal information about the callers can help emergency responders shave off critical seconds in getting to someone in need.
Microsoft issues warning over SSL flaw
Microsoft has advised users of the threat from a vulnerability in Secure Sockets Layer 3.0 and Transport Layer Security 1.0, but said the chances of a successful attack are slim.
How to close the security gaps in Bluetooth
Bluetooth personal area networks provide only limited security; NIST offers new guidance on countering threats.
Slick iPad app helps detectives become super sleuths
The Accurint Mobile for Law Enforcement tool from LexisNexis resides on an Apple iPad and can act as a force multiplier for local detectives or federal investigators.
Industry's struggle with payment card standards holds lessons for agencies
Challenges faced by commercial enterprises in meeting the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards throws some light on why cybersecurity is so difficult for agencies.
NIST puts together a plan for securing wireless LANs
The new guide offers recommendations for improving the security configuration and monitoring of 802.11 WiFi networks.
Hacker roundup: Arrests are shrinking LulzSec, Anonymous membership
After a series of recent arrests, the number of non-fingerprinted members of LulzSec and Anonymous is being downsized; LulzSec could be down to two at-large members.
FBI takes over Rustock botnet investigation, aims for ringleader
The FBI is taking over investigation of the Rustock spybot network, with evidence Microsoft provided that could point to the ringleader.
Hosni Mubarak needs my help
The former Egyptian president e-mailed me saying he needs a little help moving some of his offshore money to the U.S.
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