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Security Industry Association and International Biometrics + Identity Association Oppose Adding Extraneous Prohibitions on TSA Use of Facial Biometrics in Potential FAA Measure

Security Industry Association

Air travelers have long been required by law to present valid IDs at security checkpoints, subject to inspection for authenticity and checks against flight information. There is zero evidence for claims it is or could be used for mass surveillance.

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DHS Announces New Grants to Bolster Cybersecurity Under Infrastructure Law

Security Industry Association

Given the risk and potential consequences of cyber incidents, strengthening the cybersecurity practices and resiliency of state, local and territorial and tribal governments has become an imperative. would have a cyber-focused program specifically geared toward state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments across the country.

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Transportation Worker Identity Credential: Reviving the Qualified Technology List With Simple Self-Certification Approval Process

Security Industry Association

A TWIC card may be subject to visual inspection at a port point of entry or be electronically authenticated and validated to prove that the TWIC is valid, has not expired and is being presented by the individual to whom the TWIC was issued. The manufacturer completes and returns the application to the TSA TWIC Program Office.

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Guest Post: Cybersecurity Incidents Lead to New Standards, Requirements

Security Industry Association

This “supply-chain cyberattack” gave hackers wide access to both government and corporate information systems. One of the key components of the order is that it provides clarity on how the government and private sector should collaborate to improve cybersecurity. The response in the U.S. The response in the U.S.

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Tech Trends for 2023: Don’t Fall Behind

NexusTek

Sustainability continues to grow in importance to both consumers and businesses, with 90% of businesses now adopting some form of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices 1. Specific Trend: Multifactor Authentication & Identity Access Management. The answer? We need a new paradigm of security: Zero-trust cybersecurity.

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Stop Ransomware In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

LAN Infotech

Combating cybercrime requires the combined efforts of government agencies and public and private organizations across our communities. ?. Once the malware is installed and your files are encrypted, the cybercriminals often threaten to sell or leak exfiltrated data or authentication information if the ransom is not paid.

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10 Data Compliance Best Practices to Establish Today

Pure Storage

In a similar way, a compliance framework offers a structure for addressing all compliance regulations that relate to an organization, like how to evaluate internal compliance and privacy controls. Stay on top of the latest government regulations that impact compliance. Define policies regarding what data is collected and why.