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Ex-IRS Executive Lerner Breaks 15 Months of Silence
Former head of the tax-exempt organizations unit is a "more complicated figure than the caricature she's become in the public eye," Politico reports.
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Less than Half of Feds Say Security Is Key Part of Their Mobile Strategy
It’s very likely employees are uploading work to Dropbox and Box.net without consent.
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The Rise of the Islamic State Could Mean More Drones
The recent trend in less spending for drones just hit a big bump in the wake of the threat of Islamic fighters in Iraq and Syria. By Patrick Tucker
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For White House Cyber Czar, Being Called a 'Total n00b' Just Comes with the Territory
Despite the flap over recent comments, Michael Daniel remains focused on cybersecurity’s human factor.
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Hackers Compromise iPhone Ads, Go Incognito 12 Years in Europe, and Infect Bloggers
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
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The Justice Department Has Yet to Find a Link Between Chris Christie and Bridge Closure
Nine months later, no connection has emerged. That doesn't mean Christie's problems are over.
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VA Staffer Sent Hospitalwide Email Detailing Vet’s Suicide
Press can leak medical information, but providers cannot respond to allegations.
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US CIO Steven VanRoekel Steps Down
In his new role as USAID chief innovation officer, VanRoekel will be responsible for advising the agency on using technology and data in its response to the Ebola epidemic.
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Ellsberg: Whistleblowers Needed to Expose 'Cost and Consequences' of Obama's ISIS Plan
Those who step forward should remain anonymous, Pentagon Papers leaker says.
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Breached HealthCare.gov Server Still Had Default Password
Hack did not compromise any data or personal information, DHS official tells Congress.
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Uncle Sam Drops $3M in Grants to Kill the Password
Login alternatives to be tested include smartphone SIM cards and driver's licenses.
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McCaskill Taps Her State Auditor Experience for Local Police Militarization Inquiry
Missouri senator’s previous state investigations found problems with training and use of local police equipment.
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Todd Park Subpoenaed to Testify on HealthCare.gov Security
Panel says new emails contradict former CTO’s previous statements.
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US Official: Chinese Want NSA Cyber Schools. Really.
The offer of shared cybersecurity training comes at a time when both countries are exchanging accusations of hacking each other’s trade secrets.
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Petraeus, Crocker Support Plan To Arm and Train Syrian Rebels
In a letter to Congress, the former ‘dream team’ of the Iraq War is backing a plan to train and equip Syrian rebels. By Ben Watson
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Important Lessons From Sacramento’s Cellphone Waste Report
Auditor finds nearly $300,000 in unnecessary wireless device usage, plenty of potential savings and recommends changes.
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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
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The Case for Experimenting on Federal Buildings
GSA’s proving-ground program will evaluate emerging green technologies.
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