Policy & Regulation


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    Trump’s pick to run FCC deeply concerned about Salt Typhoon

    The recently uncovered swarm of attacks on U.S. telecom companies, part of a China-sponsored campaign, made FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr want to smash his phone, he said.

    By Dec. 9, 2024
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    FCC proposes stronger telecom cyber rules as Salt Typhoon fallout continues

    The agency’s proposed rule changes come two months after a China-government sponsored espionage campaign first came to light.

    By Dec. 6, 2024
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    UK cyber chief warns country is at an inflection point as digital threats rise

    In his first major speech, NCSC CEO Richard Horne said state linked and criminal threat groups are working to undermine the nation’s reliance on technology. 

    By Dec. 3, 2024
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    SEC reports drop in enforcement actions for 2024 FY

    The securities regulator also reported a record $8.2 billion in monetary remedies for its last fiscal year, driven by Terraform Labs crypto fraud settlement.

    By Justin Bachman • Nov. 26, 2024
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    HHS facing challenges as lead agency for healthcare cybersecurity: GAO

    The department hasn’t implemented some policies recommended by the watchdog, which could pose a risk to cybersecurity in the sector as attacks increase, according to the Government Accountability Office.

    By Emily Olsen • Nov. 20, 2024
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    Federal probe finds vulnerabilities across more than 300 US water systems

    The Environmental Protection Agency lacks a documented plan to coordinate incident reporting with CISA, the agency’s Office of Inspector General found.

    By Nov. 19, 2024
  • CISA Director Jen Easterly speaks at Carnegie Mellon University urging the tech industry to embrace secure-by-design product development.
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    Easterly to step down from CISA director role on Inauguration Day

    CISA confirmed that political appointees of the Biden administration will also depart the agency as the Trump administration takes over.

    By Nov. 18, 2024
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    National cyber director calls for streamlined security regulations

    Harry Coker Jr. assured critical infrastructure and private sector stakeholders that while standards are necessary, there is a need to harmonize burdensome compliance demands. 

    By Nov. 14, 2024
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    US hopes to leverage UN cybercrime treaty toward ransomware fight

    The Biden administration decided to back the controversial accord, despite widespread concerns about potential human rights abuses.

    By Nov. 12, 2024
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    TSA proposes cyber risk management programs for surface transportation, pipeline operators

    The proposed rule would also require the disclosure of cyber incidents to CISA and physical security concerns to TSA.

    By Nov. 7, 2024
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    4 tech issues to watch in Trump’s second term

    AI, cloud and cybersecurity policies are in the spotlight ahead of the forthcoming Trump administration.

    By Roberto Torres • Nov. 7, 2024
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    USDA, White House launch study to boost cyber resilience of rural water utilities

    A yearlong program with the National Rural Water Association will provide technical assistance to water utilities led by Vermont and Oregon officials.

    By Nov. 4, 2024
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    SEC cyber rules could survive regardless of election outcome, experts say

    As the U.S. presidential election looms, cybersecurity remains a bipartisan focus, experts said during a joint CFO Dive and CIO Dive live event.

    By Grace Noto • Nov. 4, 2024
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    As presidential election looms, disparate approaches to cyber policy come into focus

    Government officials and security leaders are hoping the nation’s need for cyber resilience will stand on bipartisan cooperation and transcend partisan politics regardless of the election results. 

    By Oct. 31, 2024
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    CISA rolls out international strategic plan to bolster cyber cooperation

    The agency is looking to strengthen intel sharing with key cyber partners, raise security standards and ensure a more resilient global supply chain. 

    By Oct. 30, 2024
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    Cyber task force has a long to-do list for next president

    The change in leadership presents an opportunity to assess what’s working, where adjustments could be made and areas that are in most need of prioritization, the McCrary Institute said.

    By Oct. 29, 2024
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    SEC settles charges with 4 firms it says downplayed SolarWinds hack exposure

    The agency alleged Unisys, Avaya, Check Point Software and Mimecast misled investors about the extent of their respective cyber risks.

    By Oct. 22, 2024
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    FCC expands cooperation with states on data security, privacy enforcement

    More states are working with the agency to investigate possible violations of consumer privacy and data security laws.

    By Oct. 22, 2024
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    New legislation aims to tame ‘Wild West’ in healthcare cybersecurity

    The proposed bill, introduced last month by Sens. Ron Wyden and Mark Warner, is a good step forward, but hospitals may need more funds to boost their cybersecurity practices, experts say.

    By Emily Olsen • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Microsoft confirms partial loss of security log data on multiple platforms

    The company previously expanded free access to security logs on several platforms, including Purview, following the 2023 state-linked hack of Exchange Online.

    By Oct. 18, 2024
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    FBI, CISA seek input on software security, configuration changes

    Authorities are seeking public comment on steps the software industry can take to make their products more resistant to malicious threat activity.

    By Oct. 17, 2024
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    US disables Anonymous Sudan infrastructure linked to DDoS attack spree

    Authorities unsealed charges alleging two Sudanese nationals ran the hacktivist group, linked to major attacks against Microsoft and others.

    By Oct. 17, 2024
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    Majority of global CISOs want to split roles as regulatory burdens grow

    Trellix research shows rising cybersecurity demands from the SEC and other government bodies are pushing CISOs even closer to the edge.

    By Oct. 15, 2024
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    Cyber risk tops C-suite concerns heading into US election

    A report by PwC shows American business leaders will continue to focus on data regulation, AI and technology investments regardless of which party prevails in November.

    By Oct. 10, 2024
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    FTC settles yearslong investigation into Marriott’s ‘security failures’

    The settlement caps a pattern of major data breaches at Marriott and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide over the last decade.

    By Oct. 10, 2024