The hearing discussed cybersecurity vulnerabilities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Over 800 cybersecurity incidents were reported at DHS networks from 2005-2006, including malware infections, password dumping utilities, unauthorized network access, and misconfigured firewalls. Witnesses from DHS and the Government Accountability Office testified about the incidents and efforts to improve DHS cybersecurity defenses. The subcommittee expressed concern over the number and severity of incidents, and urged DHS to more quickly respond to and fix identified vulnerabilities.

House Hearing, 110TH Congress - Hacking The Homeland: Investigating Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities at The Department of Homeland Security PDF

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