Network Defense
U.S. Air Force Designates Six Cyber Tools as "Weapons"
April 09 by Mike O'BrienSix cyber capabilities have been designated as weapons by the U.S. Air Force. Lieutenant General John Hyten said that officially designating the tools should help the programs compete for funding...
From Information Assurance to Cyber Operations: The Way Ahead
March 03 by Paul de SouzaWhen directed by the proper authorities in support of the mission and in the protection of the American people, the United States of America must be capable of conducting Offensive Cyberspace Operat...
Hackers Linked to Chinese Military Accused of U.S. Cyber Attacks
February 19 by Mike O'BrienA secretive Chinese military unit has been accused of being behind a series of hacking attacks on more than 100 companies in the U.S. U.S. computer security company Mandiant said in a startling re...
Sweeping Powers for Obama to Order Pre-Emptive Cyber Strikes
February 04 by Mike O'BrienPresident Obama will have wide-ranging powers to order a pre-emptive cyber strike if the U.S. believes it will be the target of a digital attack from abroad. The rule is among those being drawn up...
How a Shrinking Air Force Can Stay One Step Ahead
January 23 by Mike O'BrienQuality and not quantity will be the mantra if the Air Force is to stay on top as budgets shrink, says the outgoing Chief Master Sergeant James Roy. CMSAF Roy retires on January 31 after more than...