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Watchdog to review DHS network hack and other incidents

Original: Watchdog to examine summertime hack of DHS information network, other incidents

A federal watchdog is opening an examination into a hack that breached a Department of Homeland Security information network over the summer, along with other incidents. The review will look at how the intrusion happened and the department's handling of security. The news, reported by Government Executive, adds to ongoing scrutiny of federal cybersecurity.

Why now: New congressional or inspector general scrutiny of a federal agency breach is drawing attention amid broader concerns over government cybersecurity.

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