Category: Cyber Security

War on the Rocks | September 25, 2023

Welcome to Cyber Realism: Parsing the 2023 Department of Defense Cyber Strategy

Released to the public on Sept. 12, the Department of Defense’s 2023 Cyber Strategy differs from its predecessors in its lack of bold new buzzwords. The 2015 strategy reimagined deterrence…

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US Dept of Defense, Releases | September 23, 2023

U.S. and PRC Hold Working Level Meeting on DOD 2023 Cyber Strategy Summary and Related Cyber Issues

U.S. defense officials held a hybrid in-person and virtual meeting with Chinese defense officials at the invitation of the Defense Department to discuss its recently released Cyber Strategy Summary.

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US Dept of Defense, Releases | September 23, 2023

U.S. and PRC Hold Working Level Meeting on 2023 DOD Cyber Strategy Unclassified Summary and Related Cyber Issues

U.S. defense officials held a hybrid in-person and virtual meeting with Chinese defense officials at the invitation of the Defense Department to discuss its recently released Cyber Strategy Summary.

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Breaking Defense | September 20, 2023

With ITAR reform, ‘culture change’ will be key to AUKUS, says Australia’s Chief Defense Scientist

Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS South Dakota (SSN 790) transits the Thames River during a homecoming event at Naval Submarine Base New London, Conn. (US Navy) WASHINGTON — It’s “exciting” that…

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The Arab Weekly | September 20, 2023

In first direct meeting with Netanyahu, Erdogan seeks closer Israel ties

Erdogan told Netanyahu that the two countries can cooperate on energy, technology, innovation, artificial intelligence as well as cyber security, the Turkish presidency said.

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RAND National Security and Terrorism | September 20, 2023

Building a Joint Cyber Weapons Acquisition Program in the Marine Corps

The authors present lessons learned from an effort to inform future U.S. Marine Corps Joint Cyber Weapon program acquisition information requirements and educate Department of Defense Software Acquisition Pathway program…

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Breaking Defense | September 19, 2023

Leidos nabs $7.9B Army tactical IT hardware contract to support JADC2 aims

A Leidos sign hangs above a booth in a convention center. (Justin Katz / Breaking Defense) WASHINGTON — Leidos will provide the Army with tactical information technology (IT) hardware solutions…

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The Hill, Defense | September 17, 2023

Five ways Tuberville's holds are hurting the military 

A national security apparatus at risk, turmoil for military families, delayed retirements and military branches struggling to recruit and keep top candidates.  These are just some of a litany of…

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Breaking Defense | September 15, 2023

‘Be careful what you wish for:’ DoD official warns separate cyber force could pose new challenges

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy Mieke Eoyang speaks during Cybercon, virtually, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Nov. 10, 2021. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt.…

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Breaking Defense | September 15, 2023

Air Force gets first Red Hawk trainer, Compass Call electronic warfare jet

The T-7A Red Hawk, which will become the Air Force’s training jet for fighter pilots. (Boeing) AFA 2023 — The Air Force has taken possession of its first T-7A Red…

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Breaking Defense | September 15, 2023

DSEI 2023 recap: From drones to GCAP, views from either side of the pond

The crowded and endless show floor at DSEI 2023 in London. (Lee Ferran / Breaking Defense) DSEI 2023 — This year’s Defence Security and Equipment International, known by the acronym…

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Breaking Defense | September 15, 2023

State Department diverting $85m in Egyptian military financing towards Taiwan and Lebanon

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivers remarks before signing the U.S.-Japan Space Cooperation Framework Agreement at NASA headquarters January 13, 2023. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images) WASHINGTON — Human rights concerns…

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Breaking Defense | September 14, 2023

DoD space protection strategy: resilience, defense, and offense by another name

Assistant Secretary of Defense John Plumb testifies before the House Armed Services Committee in Washington, D.C. March 30, 2023. (DoD photo by EJ Hersom) WASHINGTON — An unclassified Defense Department…

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Breaking Defense | September 14, 2023

Chinese ‘popping’ corks: At AFA, service officials warn Tuberville hold emboldening adversaries

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) speaks during a hearing to examine the nomination of USAF General David Allvin for reappointment to the grade of general and to be Chief of Staff…

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Breaking Defense | September 14, 2023

‘Not uncommon’ for American jets to be intercepted by China 10 times a day, PACAF chief says

Japanese locals participating in Misawa City’s monthly Friendship Tour received a first-ever visit with the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team along with the regularly scheduled windshield tour at Misawa…

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Breaking Defense | September 14, 2023

The sights of AFA 2023 day 3 [PHOTOS]

Gen. David Allvin, Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, talks with AFWERX Spark Street booth exhibitors and Senior Airman Clayton Harris and Maj. Marcus Rosenthal after getting…

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Breaking Defense | September 13, 2023

Where to find the sights and sounds of AFA 2023

See Breaking Defense photos and wrap up videos from each day at the 2023 Air, Space & Cyber Conference.

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Breaking Defense | September 13, 2023

New B-21 photos released, as engine runs begin

Air Force Gen. CQ Brown displayed a new image of the B-21 Raider during a keynote address at the Air & Space Forces Association Air, Space & Cyber conference on…

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US Dept of Defense, Speeches | September 13, 2023

Remarks by Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy John Plumb at Center for a New American Security 2023 DOD Cyber Strategy Event

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy John Plumb delivered remarks at the Center for a New American Security 2023 DOD Cyber Strategy event.

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US Department of Defense, News | September 13, 2023

DOD's Cyber Strategy Emphasizes Building Partner Capacity

The DOD made public its 2023 Cyber Strategy which reveals a new emphasis on helping U.S. partners and allies build their own cyber capacity.

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Breaking Defense | September 13, 2023

The sights of AFA 2023 day two [PHOTOS]

Air Force Chief of Staff CQ Brown, Jr. speaks with members of the Air Force Research Lab during the Air and Space Forces Association’s (AFA) Air, Space and Cyber Conference…

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US Dept of Defense, Transcripts | September 12, 2023

Pentagon Press Secretary Brigadier General Pat Ryder and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy Mieke Eoyang Hold a Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy Mieke Eoyang held a press briefing at the Pentagon.

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Breaking Defense | September 12, 2023

Space Force prototypes new ‘integrated’ Deltas for readiness boost

GPS III satellite, (Lockheed Martin image) AFA 2023 — The Space Force is experimenting with a new organizational structure, putting both operations and sustainment activities for specific mission areas under…

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Breaking Defense | September 12, 2023

Ukrainian pilots could finish F-16 training in 3-9 months, ANG chief says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (L) and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (R) react as they sit in a F-16 fighter jet in the hangar of the Skrydstrup Airbase in Vojens,…

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Breaking Defense | September 12, 2023

New Pentagon cyber strategy: Building new capabilities, expanding allied info-sharing

Members of the 56th Air and Space Communications Squadron at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam operate cyber systems using a Enhanced communications flyaway kit during the Global Information Dominance Experiment 3…

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