Technology

DoD reveals strategy to protect itself from hackers

The Department of Defense recognizes that it and American companies are prime targets for hackers, whether they be a nation-state or individuals. So it's put in...

Federal News Network Staff

June 5, 2014 8:51 am

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The Department of Defense recognizes that it and American companies are prime targets for hackers, whether they be a nation-state or individuals. So it’s put in place an operating strategy. That strategy is comprised of 5 elements: 1) a defensible architecture; 2) global situational awareness and a common operating picture; 3) a concept for operating in cyberspace; 4) trained and ready cyber forces; and 5) capacity to take action when authorized.