Science & Tech
Space Force Will Look At How to Hack Targets From Space
“We're laying the groundwork for starting to figure that,” said the leader of Space Operations Command.
Science & Tech
In Ukraine, USAID Created a Blueprint for Digital Citizenship. Now They’re Exporting It
The value of a USAID investment comes into sharp focus as Putin attempts to “win an information war in the Global South,” Samantha Power says.
Defense Systems
NRO, Awash in Satellites and Their Data, Hopes AI Can Help It Cope
Artificial intelligence and machine learning could help send information faster and simplify constellation management, said the agency’s director, Chris Scolese.
Defense Systems
State Department Worries About Cyber Vulnerabilities Amid Debt Debate
The department wants to spend nearly $1 billion on cybersecurity in 2024 to improve networks and communications devices.
Policy
Fill the Job of National Cyber Director, Lawmakers Urge Biden
The previous director left nearly three months ago, just before the administration released its national cyber strategy.
Ideas
To Keep Hackers Out of US Weapons, the Pentagon Needs to Get In
Constant surveillance of data flows is key to spotting dangerous intrusions.
Defense Systems
The Pentagon Wants to Peer Inside Its Cloud Providers’ Infrastructure
Recent leaks have the CIO’s office contemplating red teams and more IP scanning.
Defense Systems
Pentagon Network Chiefs Are Putting Automation to Work
Tireless cyber tools can patrol parts of DOD’s networks, tools, and applications where hackers like to hide.
Policy
Pentagon Lags on Software-Buying Reforms, GAO says
DOD has yet to implement any of the 2018-19 recommendations of the Defense Science Board, and more besides.
Defense Systems
NSA Pushes Eavesdropping Law, Hits TikTok, Braces for AI-Boosted Attacks
AI will help malicious actors “to be better or faster,” says the spy agency’s cybersecurity director.
Ideas
The Army Wants SBOMs—and So Should the Other Services
Software bills of materials are key to keeping track of what code is running your weapons or systems.
Defense Systems
Inside The Neverending Race To Update The Pentagon’s IT
The Joint Service Provider, charged with handling the defense secretary’s IT, is laser-focused on improving security and making sure infrastructure doesn’t obstruct the mission.
Defense Systems
State Department To Give Costa Rica $25M For Cybersecurity
The aid is a direct request from President Rodrigo Chaves Robles.
Defense Systems
The Army Is Putting All Its Network Efforts Under One Roof
By October, Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications-Tactical is expected to absorb network portfolios from its sister PEO for enterprise services.
Ideas
Ukraine’s Cyber Defense Offers Lessons for Taiwan
Washington should work with Taipei to stiffen the island's defenses against network attacks.
Defense Systems
Companies Prepare to Spend More on Cybersecurity Under New Rules
Despite some complaints about the White House's new tack, industry leaders say most recognize the need for better defenses.
Defense Systems
Sketching Out the Rules for Offensive Cyber Operations
The White House released the first-ever National Cybersecurity Strategy this week. It leaves the door open for more defined use cases for cyber operations.
Policy
New National Cyber Strategy: Raise Defensive Baseline for Critical Infrastructure
The White House wants to get electrical systems, gas pipelines, water treatment plants, and more up to a consistent level of cybersecurity.
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