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End-to-end encryption isn't enough security for 'real people'

Computer scientists must improve security where we are most vulnerable -- on our own devices.
7 security projects worth watching

Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate is funding development of a number of early-stage security solutions.
Eliminating network blind spots and preventing breaches

Real-time cyber situational awareness gives agencies network visibility to protect infrastructure and data.
Facial recognition tech installed in more airports

So far this summer, five major U.S. airports have added technology to verify the identities of foreign travelers.
Big-time biometrics: India's Aadhaar project

By enrolling its 1.3 billion residents in a biometric ID program, India can transform how citizens, governments and businesses interact.
Why state and local government still struggle with cybersecurity

In addition to mitigating malware and phishing attacks, agencies must build domain name system resilience into their risk management programs.
DefCon hackers made short work of voting machines. Now what?

Even machines not connected to the internet can be hacked, so election officials must ensure they’re using secure technology and locking down the entire voting process.
Announcing the dig IT Award finalists

From mobile security to smarter transit to swarming drones, these 25 projects represent the best of discovery and innovation in government IT.
Inside the fight against malware attacks

Created by researchers at University of Texas Arlington, the SEMU malware analysis system provides a comprehensive log of malware operations, making it easier for security analysts to understand what the malicious program was supposed to do.
Fighting cyberattacks with volunteers

Michigan's volunteer corps of cybersecurity experts from government, education and private industry is one way states can beef up their cybersecurity expertise.
IoT poses security risks for DOD

A new GAO report called for the Pentagon to strengthen its policies and guidance for connected devices.
Why everyone still falls for fake emails

Exercises in social engineering focused on why social engineering works, how to prevent such attacks and how to gather digital evidence after an incident.
Software brittleness may harden embedded systems

Brittleness causes programs to fail fast when under attack, which allows systems to quickly detect and disrupt cyberattacks and revert to known-good states.
Containment can protect IoT and cloud infrastructure from malware

Since it's impossible to provide total protection for all devices, application-layer trusted-access control can secure resources before disaster strikes.

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