When Will the Government Get on Top of Its Security Challenges and Protect Citizens’ Data? - Ralph DeFrangesco

Earlier this month, the General Accounting Office (GAO) issued a report regarding the lack of security at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Before you fall off your chair laughing, read on because you may be at risk. Let’s start with the good news. The GAO has stated that the IRS has made progress, correcting 49 of the 115 weaknesses identified in the 2008 audit. Some of the more critical issues resolved included controls for unauthenticated networks, encrypting sensitive data, patching critical vulnerabilities, and a needed update to the contingency plan.

When Will the Government Get on Top of Its Security Challenges and Protect Citizens’ Data? - Ralph DeFrangesco

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