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cyberdefense

Online voting is a cybersecurity nightmare

There's much more work to be done—and experts don't see a major breakthrough on the horizon.

On Jun 10, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Two-thirds of large U.K. businesses were hit by cyberattacks in past 12 months

The UK's Cyber Security Breaches Survey of 2016 features has some scary numbers about security breaches.

On May 9, 2016 by John-Michael Bond

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Military’s cyberattack response plan needs work, government audit finds

Government report faults military for unclear guidance.

On Apr 4, 2016 by Eric Geller

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U.S., U.K. plan simulated cyberattacks on nuclear plants to test resilience against hackers

As cyberattacks grow more prevalent, world powers are growing more concerned.

On Apr 4, 2016 by Eric Geller

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White House officials dodge encryption debate in discussing cyber plan

Ed Felten, a senior Obama technology adviser, called the debate 'intellectually interesting.'

On Feb 13, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Obama cybersecurity commission could lay groundwork for next administration’s policy

It won't be able to make changes—but if the next president reads its report, that's good enough.

On Feb 9, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Obama unveils $19 billion plan to overhaul U.S. cybersecurity

The new plan is a grab-bag of programs and initiatives to tackle persistent cyber issues.

On Feb 9, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Washington wants corporations to disclose their boards’ cyber expertise

Everyone agrees that companies need cyber defenses. But is this the right approach?

On Jan 27, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Hackers are deploying malware in smarter ways, new report shows

Hackers are using low-tech methods to deploy high-tech code—the perfect storm for security experts.

On Jan 27, 2016 by Eric Geller

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Suspected Russian cyberattack that hit Ukrainian power plant strikes major airport

The Russian government may not have conducted the attack, but it likely encouraged it.

On Jan 18, 2016 by Eric Geller

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U.S. power companies warned to bolster defenses after possible Russian cyberattack in Ukraine

As Ukraine blames Russia, U.S. intelligence agencies are looking into the incident.

On Jan 7, 2016 by Eric Geller

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The trials and tribulations of America’s chief Internet defender

The head of America's cyber rapid-response team explains how it learns valuable lessons from devastating breaches.

On Dec 23, 2015 by Eric Geller

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Congress folds controversial cybersecurity legislation into must-pass budget bill

The bill is expected to pass both houses of Congress and receive President Obama's signature.

On Dec 16, 2015 by Eric Geller

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U.S. edges closer to new data-security law as E.U. inks deal

You may soon be getting notices anytime a company you patron gets hacked.

On Dec 8, 2015 by Eric Geller

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U.K. boosts cyber forces amid fears of ISIS cyberattacks on critical infrastructure

The British government anticipates a more serious cyber threat.

On Nov 17, 2015 by Eric Geller

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