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Portable security storage device could replace OTP devices
A new USB-like device, hardened with security features, could overtake one-time password devices and give end users flash memory to carry around encrypted data. Article | 16 Mar 2009
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Group identifies top 20 security controls to thwart cyberattacks
Experts said the latest list could help government agencies address FISMA compliance by prioritizing cybersecurity initiatives to block the latest attack vectors. Article | 23 Feb 2009
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At RSA, feds seek help to close widening cybersecurity gaps
Michael Chertoff, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security called on the private sector to do more to secure the internet from serious attackers. Article | 08 Apr 2008
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House legislators rip Bush's Cyber Initiative plan
Congressional leaders were critical of the administration's efforts in overhauling and expanding the government's intrusion detection system, known as Einstein. Article | 28 Feb 2008
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Federal government falling short on cybercrime
The federal government is falling behind in its fight against cybercrime as an explosion of cybercrime investigations outweighs the amount of time, money and personnel available. Article | 20 Feb 2008
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Industry group uses awareness month to lobby for data breach laws
The Cyber Security Industry Alliance is shifting from educating businesses to targeting members of Congress in its push for tougher data security and data breach notification laws. Article | 08 Oct 2007
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TJX should have had stronger Wi-Fi encryption, say Canadian officials
TJX Cos. should have moved faster to upgrade its Wi-Fi security from WEP encryption to WPA encryption, say Canadian officials. Article | 25 Sep 2007
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Data breaches, compliance drive intellectual property protection
Recent high profile data breaches and compliance pressures are forcing companies to spend more on technology to protect intellectual property, according to a new study. Article | 10 Jul 2007
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SSNs at risk in government records, lawmakers say
Americans concerned about ID theft also have to worry about their Social Security numbers' use by the federal government, which leaves them exposed in a variety of records. Article | 22 Jun 2007
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DHS suffered more than 800 cyber attacks in two years
Senior officials at the Department of Homeland Security acknowledged hundreds of security lapses Wednesday, but said improvements had been made. Article | 21 Jun 2007
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