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DHS Launches Permanent Bug Bounty Program To Identify Cyber Vulnerabilities

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, December 14th, 2021

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DHS Launches Permanent Bug Bounty Program To Identify Cyber Vulnerabilities

Following a successful pilot program, the Department of Homeland Security has begun a permanent “Hack DHS” program that allows vetted cybersecurity researchers to probe department networks for potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities that can be exploited by bad actors. The bug bounty program was initially authorized by Congress as a pilot in 2018 and creates incentives for hackers on a sliding scale depending on the severity of the network flaws they discover. “As the federal government’s cybersecurity quarterback, DHS must lead by…

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Hegseth Says DoD Open To Reviewing Army’s Planned Cuts To Legacy Helicopter Procurement

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Appropriators Press For Details On Iran War Costs; DoD’s $29B Estimate Doesn’t Include Base Damage

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