Security Newswire

RSS

While perimeter security is largely left up to individual airports, Brian Hedglin's attempted hijacking of a SkyWest plane brings the issue to light. 

As the August recess draws closer, senators are being warned to take action on a cyber security bill for smart grid security before the period is over.

A new report from McAfee shows that smart grid technology in particular is putting critical infrastructure at risk due to three main reasons.

Highlights of the upcoming forum include conversations with the TSA's John Pistole, Admiral William McRaven and General Keith Alexander.

Four needles found in turkey sandwiches served on Delta Air Lines flights to the U.S. have sparked an investigation into the food preparation in an Amsterdam airport.

The news that G4S would not be able to provide enough guards for the Olympic Games came "out of the blue," according to G4S chief executive Nick Buckles.

Bringing the total of seized sites to 839 in the past two years, the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agency has seized 70 more sites selling counterfeit or illegal goods.

A potential guarding shortfall spurred Olympic organizers to request additional forces from the military.

General Keith Alexander warns that the nature of cyber attacks is changing from disruptive for destructive, and it could take a huge toll on American businesses.

In an effort to stem loitering and neighborhood crime, city officials are revoking business licenses, levying fines and temporarily shutting down businesses for failing to meet regulations.