Government: Federal, State and Local

Security Leaders Share Thoughts on Foster City Cyberattack

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:52:05 -0400

A ransomware attack on Foster City, California, triggered a state of emergency to access additional resources to keep systems up and running.

The FBI Buys Data to Track Movement, Location History

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Director Patel stated the FBI purchases data that can be leveraged to track a person’s movement and location history.

Trump’s Former Counter-Terrorism Official Investigated Over Alleged Leaks

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0400

Joe Kent is under investigation for alleged leaks of classified information

Stryker Update: FBI Seizes Website of Iran-Linked Hackers

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The FBI has seized the website of the Iranian-linked hackers believed to be behind the recent cyberattack against Stryker.

Security Team Member Dies in Standoff with Dallas Police

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A member of Democratic U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s security team was killed in a standoff with the Dallas police.

Security Leaders Discuss Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Security leaders share approval and critiques of Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America.

Airport Security Challenges in the Midst of the DHS Shutdown

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400

TSA is facing challenges due to the DHS shutdown.

Shawn Fallah — Top Cybersecurity Leaders 2026

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Shawn Fallah shares his four key qualities for success in cybersecurity.

Montana National Guard Appoints First Ever Cyber Warfare Officer

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

This appointment aims to improve of the state’s proactive cyber defense capabilities.

DHS Shutdown to Begin Saturday, February 14

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:00:34 -0500

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will expire at 12 am on Saturday, February 14th.

Epstein File Data Security Update: Raw Code Found in Emails

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:10:00 -0500

Reports suggest raw email data was found in select Epstein files.

Epstein Files Leak Sensitive Data, Victim Information and Credentials

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:45:00 -0500

Thousands of records released in relation to Jeffrey Epstein have been retracted due to inadequate redactions.

Privilege Disruption: The Key Choke Point for Cyber Deterrence

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0500

The government and private sector alike must recognize the importance of privilege disruption.

Is Renewing CISA Enough to Restore Confidence for Cyber Threat Reporters?

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:25:00 -0500

Stop-and-go authorizations undermine real-time threat sharing.

Two Unique DHS Cyber Incidents Exposed 1M People’s Data

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Within two weeks of each other, two separate states have announced data security incidents.

With New AI Executive Order, Security Burdens Shift to Users And Organizations

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Preparing for the future of AI regulation.

This Website Exposed ICE Data — Now, It’s Faced a Cyberattack

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

ICE experienced a breach of personally identifiable information.

Trump Administration Issues New AI Executive Order

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500

How should organizations respond to the new AI executive order?

High Water Mark: CISA Shares Foundations for Effective Cybersecurity and Risk Management

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0500

Breaking down protection guidance for the water and wastewater industry.

FCC Terminates Telecom Cyber Rules Enacted After Salt Typhoon Exploit

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0500

The FCC has chosen to end the telecommunications cyber rules enacted after the Salt Typhoon espionage campaign.

Vice President Dick Cheney Passes Away at Age 84

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:24:25 -0500

Former Vice President Dick Cheney passed away at age 84 on November 3, 2025 with a public announcement on November 4, 2025.

Federal Workers Union Calls for an End to the Shutdown

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:42:26 -0400

Don’t Wait, Advocate: K-12 Cybersecurity Needs Our Help

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Losing CISA 2015 means losing protections that enable schools to safely and legally share data and threat intelligence.

US Government Shutdown Begins October 1, 2025

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:02:48 -0400

The U.S. government has shut down as of 12:01 am on October 1, 2025.

Sensitive Intel Exposed: DHS Data Hub Accessible to Thousands

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

A data hub for the DHS exposed sensitive information.

CISA 2015 Closes in on Expiration, Security Leaders Share Concerns

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400

What happens if the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 expires? Security leaders share their concerns.

U.S. Senator Calls for Investigation of Microsoft

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400

U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has called for an investigation of Microsoft, claiming the company’s insecure software has enabled cyber threats.

Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Exposes Event Security Gaps, Increasing Political Violence Threat

algerj@bnpmedia.com (Jordyn Alger) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400

The shooting of Charlie Kirk reveals concerning realities about event security and political violence.

Critical Steps to Strengthening Satellite Network Security

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Satellite networks are integral to myriad aspects of modern society, providing essential services that support both civilian and military operations.

Public and Private Collaboration Can Help Bolster our Cyber-Posture

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Through collaboration, security leaders can address fragmented approaches to cybersecurity within the U.S.