Is DOGE a cybersecurity threat? A security expert explains the dangers of violating protocols and regulations that protect government computer systems

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2025-02-06

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Forno, Richard. "Is DOGE a Cybersecurity Threat? A Security Expert Explains the Dangers of Violating Protocols and Regulations That Protect Government Computer Systems." The Conversation, February 6, 2025. http://theconversation.com/is-doge-a-cybersecurity-threat-a-security-expert-explains-the-dangers-of-violating-protocols-and-regulations-that-protect-government-computer-systems-249111.

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UMBC Cybersecurity Institute

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News reports paint a frightening picture of DOGE staff trampling time-tested ? and in many cases legally required ? management and security practices.