Threats
NATO's Take on Cyberspace Law Ruffles China's Feathers
There was hope that discussions about international law governing cyberspace might yield progress between the U.S. and China on the matter. Here's why that's naive. By Adam Segal
Threats
Major Cyber Attack Will Cause Significant Loss of Life By 2025, Experts Predict
However, there may be nothing to fear but the threat of cyber apocalypse itself. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
Could Selfies Replace Passwords?
Obama's cyber chief wants to strengthen log-in credentials, and that may mean ditching the password as we know it. By Brendan Sasso
Science & Tech
Should We Put Robots in Charge of Cybersecurity?
Most network intrusions can be traced back to human error. Are robots the answer? By Aliya Sternstein
Policy
House Intel Chief Wants To Increase Cyber Attacks Against Russia
The United States needs to be on the offensive when it comes to a preventing cyber war, says Rep. Mike Rogers. By Patrick Tucker
Threats
China Wants To Replicate NSA’s Cyber Schools
About 60 Chinese schools are interested in incorporating the NSA’s cyber education program in their curriculums. By Aliya Sternstein
Science & Tech
China Hacks US Military Transport Contractors
A new report outlines serious vulnerabilities in the computer systems of military transport contractors. By Patrick Tucker
Policy
NSA Chief: Yes, We Still Have Friends
A confident Adm. Rogers says the NSA remains popular with the people it spied on. By Patrick Tucker
Ideas
NATO Must Boost Its Cyber Defense Capabilities Now
With the threat that comes with NATO’s increased posture in Eastern Europe, NATO cannot afford to take its time beefing up its cyber defense. By Klara Tothova Jordan
Science & Tech
Every Part of the US Government Has Probably Already Been Hacked
A Homeland Security official says 600,000 cyber incidents have occurred so far this fiscal year. By Frank Konkel
Science & Tech
The Army Wants to Use Its Own Secure 4G LTE Networks
The technology would triple the capacity and speed of the long-troubled Joint Tactical Radio System. By Bob Brewin
Science & Tech
The FCC Website Will Likely Crash on Wednesday
The Federal Communications Commission plays a vital role in the nation’s response to cyber incidents and it’s about to be hit by a major disruption. By Patrick Tucker
Business
Would Pay Scales Close the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap?
A better understanding of what cybersecurity professionals do, along with implementing a graduated pay scale, could be two big steps in the right direction. By Aliya Sternstein
Science & Tech
Who Defends the Virtual Countries of Tomorrow?
Here’s why Estonia is the new frontline in the cyberwar of the future. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
Pentagon Satellite Maker Ignoring 'Thousands' of Major Cyber Vulnerabilities
Raytheon blasted for ignoring 'high-risk' vulnerabilities to weather satellites shared by government agencies. By Aliya Sternstein
Science & Tech
Foreign Government Agents Suspected of Hacking U.S. Nuclear Regulator
Malware and phishing campaigns compromised the computers of at least a dozen U.S. workers at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission with a technique the Chinese and Russians have used before. By Aliya Sternstein
Threats
Navy Chief Says the Future of War Lies in 'Information Dominance'
Cyber threats and capabilities are the dominant considerations for a service entering a new era in naval warfare. By Bob Brewin
Science & Tech
Hacker Shows How to Break Into Military Communications
Design flaws in communication equipment could affect aircraft and troop communication equipment. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
10 Ways to Make the Internet Safe from Cyber Attacks
The guy who invests in startups for the CIA lays out how to avert a massive cyber attack. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech