diff --git a/_news/news/federal-agencies-made-progress-but-need-to-fully-implement-incident-response-requirements.md b/_news/news/federal-agencies-made-progress-but-need-to-fully-implement-incident-response-requirements.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..974d09a1 --- /dev/null +++ b/_news/news/federal-agencies-made-progress-but-need-to-fully-implement-incident-response-requirements.md @@ -0,0 +1,25 @@ +--- +layout: news +publisher: Government Accountability Office +title: Federal Agencies Made Progress, but Need to Fully Implement Incident + Response Requirements +url-link: https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-24-105658 +publication-date: December 04, 2023 +description: The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report highlights + that federal agencies have made progress in cybersecurity, particularly in + incident response, but still need to fully implement specific requirements. + Despite advancements in handling cyber incidents, gaps remain in event + logging, a key aspect for managing cybersecurity incidents effectively. The + GAO stresses the importance of complete adherence to these requirements to + enhance the detection, investigation, and remediation of cyber threats. +synopsis: >- + * Federal agencies have improved in cybersecurity incident response. + + * Complete implementation of incident response requirements is still lacking. + + * Event logging, crucial for incident management, is inadequately addressed. + + * The GAO underscores the need for strict adherence to federal cybersecurity standards. + + * Effective detection and handling of cyber incidents hinge on fulfilling these requirements. +---