by Paul Rosenzweig | Nov 7, 2014 | Cybersecurity, Data Privacy
The House of Representatives has passed the Cybersecurity Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act, by a vote of 288-127. This happened after several amendments were adopted (most notably one offered by Rep. The House of Representatives has passed the…
by Paul Rosenzweig | Oct 26, 2014 | Cybersecurity, Homeland Security
Recent high-profile private-sector hacks have once again put a spotlight on the issue of cybersecurity.[1] This is a serious problem that requires legislation to improve the United States’ cybersecurity posture, but the U.S. should not reflexively…
by Paul Rosenzweig | Sep 30, 2014 | Cybersecurity, National Security
A comprehensive examination of national security laws and the tensions between the public’s right to know, and the government’s right to protect its interests. A compilation of thoughtful essays that look at the constitutional foundations and limitations...
by Paul Rosenzweig | Sep 28, 2014 | Cybersecurity, National Security
Today’s New York Times opened with an above-the-fold story entitled “Spy Agencies Urge Caution on Phone Deal.” The Wall Street Journal had a similar report, about “Security Concerns Arise with Phone Database Contract.” The gravamen of both articles…
by Paul Rosenzweig | Sep 20, 2014 | Cybersecurity, Data Privacy
As the recent indirect debate between FBI Director James Comey and co-blogger Susan Landau makes clear, the underlying premises of the encryption issue are highly contested. The Senate will continue the debate this week with a hearing before the…
