NEWS & ANALYSIS

The Security Implications of Social Networks

Nov 15, 2010 -Whether online or in the real world, social networks have real implications and applications for security professionals.

Fending Off Pirates Through Robust Risk Management Programs

Nov 12, 2010 -Ships transiting pirate-infested waters need a comprehensive risk management program to adequately defend themselves against attack.

Rep. King to Push Consolidated DHS Oversight

Nov 04, 2010 -Keeping Guantanamo Bay detainees out of the United States and streamlining congressional oversight are among the top priorities of Peter King (R-NY3), the Republican expected to retake the reins of the House Committee on Homeland Security in the new Congress.

Morning Security Brief: Radical Cleric Charged, Cyberbullying Help, FISA Rules Revised, School Firing Upheld

Nov 02, 2010 -Yemen charges Anwar-al-Awlaki with incidtement to kill foreigners; Facebook sets up a resource to help fight cyberbullying; FISA revisions are set in new rules of procedure for the court, and a ruling to uphold a firing of a school employee is questioned.

Counterterror Shift in Yemen?

Nov 01, 2010 -The recent foiled plot by suspected terrorists in Yemen has drawn attention to United States' options for attacking militants in that country.

Explosive Materials Found in U.S.-Bound Parcel

Oct 29, 2010 -The discovery of explosive materials in a U.S.-bound air parcel put stateside law enforcement on high alert Friday, according to press reports.

Senator's Report Calls for Closing the "Terror Gap"

Oct 25, 2010 -Sen. Frank Lautenberg continues his fight to empower the attorney general with the ability to deny suspected terrorists the ability to purchase firearms and explosives to help prevent a commando-style terrorist attack against the United States.

Panetta: Jordanians Warned CIA about Khost Suicide Bomber

Oct 20, 2010 -Security reforms including red-teaming and more robust training of operatives are planned.

Report: Taliban Link to U.S. Base Guards

Oct 08, 2010 -Guards hired to provide security at U.S. bases in Afghanistan have links to the Taliban, according to a Senate investigation.

Fusion Centers and SARs Will Help Disrupt Homegrown Terrorists, Says Napolitano

Sep 23, 2010 -The Department of Homeland Security will continue to strengthen its support for state-based intelligence fusion centers and suspicious activity reporting to combat the escalating threat of homegrown terrorism, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano told a Senate committee Wednesday.
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