- Better Implementation of Controls for Mobile Devices Should Be Encouraged
Millions of Americans currently use mobile devices—e.g., cellphones, smartphones, and tablet computers—on a daily basis to communicate, obtain Internet-based information, and share their own information, photographs, and videos. Given the extent of consumer reliance on mobile interactions, it is increasingly important that these devices be secured from expanding threats to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information they maintain and share. Accordingly, GAO was asked to determine (1) what common security threats and vulnerabilities affect mobile devices, (2) what security features and practices have been identified to mitigate the risks associated with these vulnerabilities, and (3) the extent to which government and private entities have been addressing the security vulnerabilities of mobile devices. To do so, GAO analyzed publically available mobile security reports, surveys related to consumer cybersecurity practices, as well as statutes, regulations, and agency policies; GAO also interviewed representatives from federal agencies and private companies with responsibilities in telecommunications and cybersecurity.
federal, technology, technology policies - GSA Mobility and Telework Policy
federal, technology, technology policies, telework, telework policies - NIST Assessment of Access Control Systems
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Assessment of Access Control Systems
Provides background information on access control policies, models, and mechanisms to help organizations secure their computer applications
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guidance for Securing Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guidance for Securing Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Provides information on securing Windows XP Home Edition computers for home users, in particular teleworking Federal employees. It explains the need to use a combination of security protections and provides instructions on how to implement the most essential security protections
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide for Security for Telecommuting and Broadband Communications
Provides recommendations to help Federal agencies make their telecommuting applications, broadband connections, and information resources more secure
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide for Security for Telecommuting and Broadband Communications
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide to Computer Security Log Management
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide to Computer Security Log Management
Provides detailed information on developing, implementing, and maintaining effective log management practices throughout an enterprise
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide to Test, Training, and Exercise Programs for IT Plans and Capabilities
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Guide to Test, Training, and Exercise Programs for IT Plans and Capabilities
Provides guidance on conducting tests, training sessions, and exercises to maintain contingency and computer security incident response plans for managing adverse IT situations
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Information Security Handbook: A Guide for Managers
federal, technology, technology policies - NIST Information Security Handbook: A Guide for Managers
The guide focuses on issues that typically arise when planning and implementing a security program
federal, technology, technology policies - USDA IT Guidance
federal, technology, technology policies