Cybersecurity
Cyber Notification Bill Critical, But Won’t Stop Bad Actors Entirely, Says Senator
Congress recently passed legislation including a requirement for critical infrastructure entities to notify government on cyber attacks.
Cybersecurity
The practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, or criminal activity. In today’s technological world, where much of one’s life is stored on digital devices, strong cybersecurity is essential.
DHS
Google Cyber Buy, DDoS in Russia/Ukraine, Emergency Connectivity Fund Latest
Google’s purchase of Mandiant comes after the company’s cloud business was the subject of cyber breaches.
Expert Opinion
Justin Reilly: Rising Ransomware Threats on Schools Require Better Approach to Cybersecurity
Ransomeware attacks are a costly lesson for educators.
FCBA
Preventing Cyber Attacks Lies With Security Hygiene and Multi-factor Authentication, Experts Say
Panelists said everyone who is connected should be prepared.
DC Circuit
Senators Want Map Work, Letter on Cybersecurity, D.C. Court Upholds FCC Antenna Rule
Sixteen senators signed a letter encouraging cooperation between the NTIA and the FCC on broadband maps.
DHS
Companies Should Mandate Two-Factor Authentication, Says Head of National Cybersecurity Alliance
Lenovo, Facebook and Microsoft sit on board of non-profit group led by Interim Executive Director Lisa Plaggemier.
Cybersecurity
On Cybersecurity, Federal Guidance is Absent and Local Governments Won’t Let Techies In
Texas government official says that “cybersecurity needs to be a kitchen table topic.”
IIJA
Biden On Lookout for Cyberattacks with Russia Massing on Border of Ukraine
The president says that, in the past, Russia has taken covert military actions.
Federal Technology
Telework Here to Stay, But Devices Need Beefed Up Security
The future of teleworking will need upgraded security.
Cybersecurity
Congress Must Avoid ‘Overly Prescriptive’ Incident Reporting To Avoid Missing Larger Cyberattacks
Too many reports could burden federal officials, said the executive director of the Alliance for Digital Innovation.
FCBA
Industry Participants Discuss Security, Benefits of Internet-Connected Devices
Experts weighed the benefits and risks of internet-connected devices.
House Transportation
Congressional Witnesses Say Lack of Agency Resources is Holding Back Government Cybersecurity Efforts
House Freedom Caucus Rep. Scott Perry calls GOP supporters of the bipartisan infrastructure measure “socialist-voting members.”
E-Rate
House Oversight Reveals Details of Investigation into Colonial Pipeline, Other Company Hacks
The committee released a memo stating that “small lapses” led to many prominent cyberattacks this year.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Officials Reiterate Need for Private-Public Sector Cyber Threat Information Sharing
Calls are growing louder for mandatory breach reporting for cybersecurity incidents.
Commerce
A Unified Framework for Security of the Software Supply Chain Can Prevent Disruptions, Event Hears
Discussion has emerged about the pandemic’s impact on the physical supply, but software is important, too.
Antony Blinken
New Cyber Bureau, Broadband Key to Mental Health Progress, NY’s Adirondacks Behind on Broadband
Secretary of State announces new cyber bureau, New York’s Adirondack falling behind on broadband, Oklahoma’s broadband-mental health connection.
