Dem report concludes Department of Government Efficiency violates cybersecurity, privacy rules
DOGE is “bypassing cybersecurity protections” at three agencies, Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Democrats concluded.
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Trump budget proposal would slash more than 1,000 CISA jobs
The fate of the fiscal 2026 budget blueprint, which includes a $495 million reduction for the agency, is uncertain.
Privacy-boosting tech could prevent breaches, data misuse with government aid, report says
The New America Open Technology Institute report comes amid DOGE access to sensitive government agency information that has alarmed experts.
DOGE staffer violated security policies at Treasury Department, court filing shows
The filing was part of a case brought by state attorneys general seeking to block DOGE access to sensitive information.
Amid personnel turmoil at cyber agencies, a government shutdown could increase potential harm
Shutdowns always hamper government operations, but personnel cuts further exacerbate cyber risks, experts say.
Cyber workforce legislation vote gives rise to partisan rift on House Homeland Security Committee
Democrats voted against a bill they once supported, citing President Trump’s actions on cyber personnel.
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House Dems say DOGE is leaving publicly exposed entry points into government systems
A letter from a trio of lawmakers says the group has “left multiple government agencies vulnerable to cyberattacks” from foreign entities.
No, that’s not the acting head of the Social Security Administration. That’s a former CISA employee.
As CISA removes anti-disinformation personnel, one of its own former employees has fallen victim to a case of mistaken identity.
Lawmakers fear Elon Musk, DOGE not adhering to privacy rules
House members say Musk’s organization is “running roughshod” over security and privacy standards, and senators worry about access to classified information.
CFPB proposes new rule to regulate expansive data broker industry
The rule would force data brokers to adhere to the same standards as established credit agencies.