When it comes to the threat of corporate espionage and eavesdropping, some organizations aren’t listening. The troublesome aspect of Chinese spy balloons is that they can potentially be outfitted with cameras, radars, and radio devices. These radio devices can be utilized to infiltrate organizations via a number of wireless protocols, potentially giving them access to sensitive information, critical discussions, and more. Radio-based attacks are a constant threat with something as small as a compromised cell phone able to wreak havoc in the enterprise, let alone a high-tech spy balloon.

The Current State of Wireless (In)security, by Bastille CTO

Guest Editorial by Brett T. Walkenhorst, Ph.D., CTO, Bastille From cell phones and Wi-Fi to wearables, peripherals, and IoT, the modern world is swimming in wireless devices, and their wireless data is...
As Trusted Workforce 2.0 continues to roll out, there will be even more professionals within the government’s Continuous Vetting (CV) program, and more opportunities, for personnel to transfer between contracts. That’s good news for business – but bad news for security where paper-based systems and spreadsheets reign supreme. SIMS Software ClearanceJobs

SIMS a Returning ‘ASTORS’ Sponsor: ‘State of 2023 Facility Security Officer’

Behind every security clearance or classified program is a security officer maintaining that eligibility and keeping those classified programs safe. The good news is that security clearance reforms baked into Trusted Workforce...
2022 'ASTORS' Multi Award Champion INKAS®, Launches New Armored Toyota Land Cruiser 76 is an Exceptional Choice for Anyone Needing Reliable, Secure Off-road Transport.

INKAS® Unveils 2023 Armored Toyota Land Cruiser 76-Series (TLC76)

INKAS® Aerospace and Defense, the Platinum 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Emergency Vehicle Solution, who also took Home the Gold for Best Vehicle Mounted Security Systems, is proud...
keeper KSGC equips organizational IT administrators with visibility and control over password security practices across the entire organization on all devices, enabling them to enforce the use of strong, unique passwords, multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access control (RBAC), event logging, reporting, and other security policies. KSGC provisions with and integrates into any IT environment and identity stack.

Keeper Security Newest Competitor in 2023 Homeland Security Awards

Keeper Security, a leading provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software solutions that protect passwords, privileged access, secrets, and remote connections, is pleased to announce it's FedRAMP Keeper Security Government Cloud...
Protect your First Responders with Automatic Injury Detection (AID) penetration sensors that immediately detect when pierced by a bullet, knife or shrapnel, and alert dispatch of the area of the body injured, site location on mapping, the officer’s heart rate, as well as communicate the injured officer’s medical information so first responders will be advised as to blood types and/or any relevant allergies before even deploying to the site.

Select Engineering Services Competes in 7th ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Select Engineering Services LLC, a Double Winner, in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is delighted to announce its Automatic Injury Detection (AID), and Personal Emergency Transmitter (PET) nominated to...
“NEC NSS and InfraGard National Members Alliance are bringing together top experts from diverse backgrounds in law enforcement, and the public and private sectors to develop innovative solutions in combating human trafficking,” added Keith Terreri, Executive Vice President of NEC and NEC NSS Board Member.

NEC NSS and InfraGard National Partner to Fight Human Trafficking

NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS), a Multi Award Champion in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Competition, including a much-coveted 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Leadership & Innovation Award, and a leading provider...
According to the National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 5 U.S. adults will experience a mental illness, with 1 in 20 experiencing a serious mental illness. 988 is essential to the welfare of the mental health crisis care continuum, to public safety, and public health at large. Rave Mobile Safety is here to help communities with 911 and 988 services.

988 Today and What’s Coming Next

Guest Editorial by Todd Miller, SVP Strategic Programs, Rave Mobile Safety, a Multiple Winner in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program The 988 suicide and crisis hotline went live on July...
The arrest of Jack Teixeira, 21, comes following a fast-moving search by the US government for the identity of the leaker who posted classified documents to a social media platform popular with video gamers. (Courtesy of YouTube and Social Media)

Air National Guardsman Arrested in Leaking Classified Documents

April 13, 2023 – In Breaking News – NBC NEWS Jack Teixeira, a 21-year-old member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, was arrested by federal authorities on Thursday in connection with their...
Del Rio Border Patrol Agents and Eagle Pass Fire Dept made over 20 trips to safely rescue 140 migrants abandoned by smugglers from an island in the Rio Grande River, as water levels rose. (Courtesy of CBP)

CBP Agents Rescue 140 Migrants Stranded in the Rio Grande

U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) agents assigned to the Del Rio Sector, assisted by the Eagle Pass Fire Department, rescued 140 migrants, including six unaccompanied children who were stranded on an island...
Clopay® Corporation's New Rolling Doors Inhibit Oxidation and Rust to withstand Extreme Environments, such as this Water Treatment Plant.

Clopay® Unveils New Corrosion Resistant Service and Insulated Doors

Clopay® Corporation, a leader in closure products for commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and retail applications, recognized in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is introducing new Corrosion Resistant Service and...