CISA work not ‘degraded’ by Trump administration cuts, top agency official says
Nick Andersen rebutted criticisms from industry, state and local governments and the Hill about where CISA capabilities stand.
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Phosphorus’ Sonu Shankar on IoT Vulnerabilities and Salt Typhoon Tactics
Sonu Shankar, President at Phosphorus
CISA pushes final cyber incident reporting rule to May 2026
The agency will consider streamlining the CIRCIA rule and finding ways to deconflict with other cyber regulations.
House panel approves cyber information sharing, grant legislation as expiration deadlines loom
The Homeland Security Committee also voted out bills addressing pipeline cybersecurity and terrorists’ use of AI.
Patch the vulnerability: Confirm Sean Plankey as CISA director
The executive director of the National Technology Security Coalition writes that Plankey is a strong, capable leader who will strengthen public-private partnerships.
What is CISA’s focus moving forward
Chris Butera, Acting Executive Assistant Director for CISA’s Cybersecurity Division, and Bob Costello, CIO of CISA
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BlackSuit, Royal ransomware group hit over 450 US victims before last month’s takedown
The Department of Homeland Security said the Russian cybercrime collective received at least $370 million in ransom payments, based on current cryptocurrency valuations.
New National Cyber Director Cairncross faces challenges on policy, bureaucracy, threats
It’s a “pivotal” moment for Sean Cairncross, fresh off his Senate confirmation in a changing federal cyber landscape.
Details emerge on BlackSuit ransomware takedown
The Russian cybercrime group attacked more than 180 organizations before members abandoned the brand and dispersed to new ransomware groups earlier this year.
Microsoft SharePoint attacks ensnare 400 victims, including federal agencies
The Departments of Energy, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services have been impacted.