The government is very hackable, and they have your dataSure, adversaries want government secrets, but they can also get your personal information.By K. Malone, 05.09.2023
Security flaws in a popular GPS module could allow hackers to track vehiclesOwners of Micodus MV720 trackers should remove the device from their vehicles. By I. Bonifacic, 07.19.2022
White House tells agencies to adopt the 'Zero Trust' security modelAgencies have 60 days to come up with an implementation plan.By K. Holt, 01.26.2022
US will reportedly impose crypto sanctions amid ransomware attacksThe Treasury Department will target specific cryptocurrency exchanges and traders. By I. Bonifacic, 09.17.2021
Senate report warns of glaring cybersecurity holes at federal agencies "It is clear that the data entrusted to these eight agencies remains at risk."By I. Bonifacic, 08.03.2021
Senate appoints former NSA official as head of US cybersecurity agencyJen Easterly will lead CISA at a time when ransomware attacks are on the rise.By M. Moon, 07.13.2021
DHS confirms new cybersecurity rules for pipeline companiesThe measures follow a ransomware attack that halted Colonial Pipeline deliveries for several days.By K. Holt, 05.27.2021
DHS will issue mandatory cybersecurity rules for pipeline companiesThe decision follows the recent Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack. By I. Bonifacic, 05.25.2021
Biden signs cybersecurity executive order in the wake of pipeline shutdownOne item aims to create an Energy Star-like label for connected devices that focuses on security practices.By R. Lawler, 05.12.2021
SolarWinds brings in a former federal cybersecurity chief as a consultantChristopher Krebs and former Facebook security chief Alex Stamos have opened a consultancy.By K. Holt, 01.08.2021
US intelligence agencies say Russia was likely behind the SolarWinds hackBut some say this disclosure has come several weeks too late.By D. Cooper, 01.06.2021
State-sponsored hackers have breached the US' nuclear weapons agencyAt least three states may have been hit in the same attack. By I. Bonifacic, 12.17.2020
Donald Trump fires election cybersecurity director Christopher KrebsWithout presenting evidence, the president claimed the 2020 election that he lost was 'inaccurate' and fired the man in charge of its security.By R. Lawler, 11.17.2020
Federal cybersecurity agency calls election 'most secure in American history'Despite baseless claims spread by the president, CISA said there's 'no evidence' of compromised results.By R. Lawler, 11.12.2020
FBI, Homeland Security detail how Iranian hackers stole US voter dataPoorly configured sites were partly to blame.By J. Fingas, 10.31.2020
FBI and CISA warn against surge in voice phishing campaignsVishing campaigns have become more effective after most people started working from home.By M. Moon, 08.23.2020
NSA says Russian hackers are trying to steal COVID-19 vaccine researchThe US, UK and Canada claim Cozy Bear has targeted health care organizations.By K. Holt, 07.16.2020
FBI accuses China of attempting to steal US COVID-19 researchIt's warning organizations that conduct research to be vigilant. By C. Fisher, 05.13.2020
Homeland Security wants you to update your Firefox browser right nowIt says attackers could exploit a vulnerability to ‘take control’ of your system.By C. Fisher, 01.10.2020
US officials brace for ransomware attacks against election systemsThey're worried hackers will try to change or destroy voting data.By J. Fingas, 08.26.2019