2/28/2005
Government Technology's Security News is an electronic newsletter reporting
the latest security news and initiatives for state and local governments across the nation.

February 28, 2005

News

Improving Network Security Top Priority in 2005, Survey Finds
"Security is moving from being regarded as largely a defensive measure to one that has become an integral part of systems design."

Florida Awards Multi-Year IT Security Contract
For mandated security risk assessments for 117 agencies statewide.

NIST Issues Final Guideline on Computer Security Controls
'This document of security guidelines is going to play a key role in helping federal agencies effectively select and implement security controls and, by using a risk-based approach, do so in a cost-effective manner.'

British Government Launches Cyberalert System
Users can sign up to receive clear, step-by-step advice via e-mail or text message on securing their computer from threats.

Bank of America Loses Backup Tapes Containing Customers' Personal Data
Financial information and credit card data of 1.2 million customers, possibly including that of all 100 U.S. senators and hundreds of thousands of other government employees gone missing.

State of Washington Selects Secure Digital Archiving System
"The challenge was how to send, retrieve and store millions of documents in an efficient manner while maintaining the authenticity of the records and guaranteeing the chain of custody."

Commerce Secretary Announces New ID Standard for Federal Agencies
The standard provides graduated levels of security to give agencies flexibility in selecting the appropriate level of security for each application.
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Bonus Content
viewpoints
Video Game Law Would Help Us Fight for Our Kids
"Video game manufacturers and retailers are putting profits ahead of what's best for our children."
feature
Palm Readers
"Sometimes because of the type of surface that somebody is grabbing or the location of the surface they touch, the only part that actually keeps any ridge detail is the palm."
site-ings
Miami-Dade Best County Portal of 2004
Exceptional leadership and guidance, ensuring that the idea of providing county services without boundaries became a reality.
event highlights
Health and Human Services Agency Staff Win Four of Five Awards at California CIO Academy
Designed to standardize and elevate the business capabilities of public-sector CIOs.
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