Key Moments From The U.S. Spy Chief's Annual 'Litany Of Doom'
In testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee, National Intelligence Director James Clapper says "unpredictable instability has become the new normal."
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How Did We Do On 2015 Tech Predictions? 'Still Waiting'
Last year, our tech reporters looked ahead to developments dealing with anticipatory computing, data breaches and Apple. Now as 2015 ends, they consider what has changed.
Cybersecurity Legislation Finds A Place In U.S. Budget Bill
Congress has been trying to tackle cybersecurity for years. After several attempts to craft information-sharing legislation, the latest one has found its way into the must-pass federal spending bill.
Senate Approves Cybersecurity Bill: What You Need To Know
The Senate approved a measure that's meant to stop hackers, but opponents cite privacy concerns. The bill would create a pipeline for firms to share information on attacks with the government.
As Cybercrime Proliferates, So Does Demand For Insurance Against It
Companies are clamoring for coverage against losses due to hackers. But insurance firms are being selective: The risk involved isn't well understood — and the crimes themselves are evolving rapidly.
Kaspersky Lab: Based In Russia, Doing Cybersecurity In The West
The software security company is big in the U.S. and around the globe, but tensions between Russia and the West have raised questions about the Moscow-based company.
Commerce Department: Tighter Controls Needed For Cyberweapons
If software can be used to attack a computer network, then companies need permission before sending that software overseas, the government says. But the cybersecurity industry is up in arms.
UCLA Health Says 4.5M May Be Affected In Data Breach
Attackers accessed parts of the computer network that contain personal and medical information, but there is no evidence they accessed or acquired any personal or medical information, UCLA said.
In Data Breach, Reluctance To Point The Finger At China
Personal data of at least 18 million federal workers may have been accessed via the OPM computer system. Some officials quietly blame China; others want to avoid upsetting this major trade partner.
Theft Of Social Security Numbers Is Broader Than You Might Think
The hack of federal workers' personal data is the latest theft of Social Security numbers. The government isn't saying how many SSNs have been stolen over time. One expert says it's more than half.