Hacking the Hill
by Shane Harris
Friday, December 19, 2008
The cover story of today's National Journal features a narrative about an unidentified hacker (or perhaps hackers) who compromised the computers of eight members of Congress and seven committees in the House of Representatives. Some members publicly blame China for the incident, and one calls it a case of “overseas espionage.” The story shows how House information security personnel discovered the penetration and worked to contain it.
Labels: Cyber War, Intelligence, Politics, Technology
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Homeland Security Council Out?
by Shane Harris
Friday, December 12, 2008
In today's National Journal, I have a story about the incoming Obama administration's plans for the White House Homeland Security Council. The president-elect's team is considering changes that could dramatically enhance the influence of the president's national security adviser, giving him a primary role in shaping disaster management and counter-terrorism policy within the United States.
Labels: Homeland Security, Management, Politics
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