Topic: Idaho Falls

Exclusive: Cyberattack leaves natural gas pipelines vulnerable to sabotage

A government report says a cyberattack against 23 natural gas pipeline operators stole crucial information that could compromise security. Experts strongly suspect China's military.

Why Obama's executive order on cybersecurity doesn't satisfy most experts

An executive order can only set voluntary cybersecurity standards for firms running America's 'critical infrastructure,' such as power grids. But some say Obama should be doing more.

Tale of 'Bob': Does outsourcing new software pose cyber security risk? (+video)

Many US companies hire foreigners to build new software for their computer networks – a practice that may raise their risk of cyberattack, some experts warn. Even firms that do not outsource software development may find an occasional employee doing it on the sly, as in the case of 'Bob.'

Focus Cyber security in 2013: How vulnerable to attack is US now? (+video)

Businesses, government, and individuals seek better cyber security measures, as cyberattacks mount in the US. One key focus is how to protect 'critical' systems such as power, water, and transportation.

Energy Voices Energy sector cyberattacks jumped in 2012. Were utilities prepared?

The number of cyberattacks on the computer systems of power grid and gas pipeline companies rose in 2012, a federal report shows, as cyberspies zeroed in on the energy sector.

Stealing US business secrets: Experts ID two huge cyber 'gangs' in China

Two large operations in China account for 90 percent of cyberespionage against US business, one expert says. Research suggests the scope of the operations could be breathtaking.

Cybersecurity: Where do Republicans and Democrats stand on threats?

While US defense officials are warning of the increased threat of cyberattack on strategic US targets, cybersecurity experts were underwhelmed by the parties' platforms on the issue.

Stephen Covey, '7 Habits' author, dies at 79

Stephen Covey, author of the massive self-help bestseller, 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,'  died Monday in Idaho. Stephen Covey's landmark book sold in excess of 20 million copies in 40 languages and spawned a multimillion-dollar business empire.

Exclusive: Cyberattacks on US natural-gas pipeline companies, evidence points to China

Those analyzing the cyberspies who are trying to infiltrate natural-gas pipeline companies have found similarities with an attack on a cybersecurity firm a year ago. At least one US government official has blamed China for that earlier attack.

Alert: Major cyber attack aimed at natural gas pipeline companies

A major cyber attack is currently under way aimed squarely at computer networks belonging to US natural gas pipeline companies, according to alerts issued by the US Department of Homeland Security.

Mars rover gets 'engine' upgrade: Curiosity fueled by nuclear power

The next Mars rover, Curiosity, is scheduled to launch Saturday. It's the first Mars rover to jettison solar panels for nuclear power, meaning it can go places and do things others couldn't. 
11/22/2011 05:21 pm

White House: Idaho man charged with trying to assassinate Obama

White House shooter: Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez, of Idaho Falls, made his first court appearance before a federal magistrate in Pittsburgh on Thursday, one day after he was arrested at a western Pennsylvania hotel.
11/17/2011 04:15 pm

White House shooting suspect obsessed with Obama (VIDEO)

White House shooting: Oscar Ortega-Hernandez, arrested for allegedly shooting at a window in the executive mansion at the White House, is believed to have an obsession with President Barack Obama.
11/16/2011 11:46 pm

White House shooting suspect arrested

White House: The Secret Service discovered Tuesday that two bullets had hit the White House, one of them apparently cracking a window on the residential level while President Barack Obama was traveling.
11/16/2011 02:50 pm

A year of Stuxnet: Why is the new cyberweapon's warning being ignored?

Experts called Stuxnet a 'wake-up call' when it was identified as a cyberweapon. But even as hackers study it, there is scant evidence US utilities are bolstering their defenses against attack.
09/26/2011 07:45 pm

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What US cybersecurity needs: a few more good guys

In high-tech America, cybersecurity specialists trained for high-stakes fights with hackers are in short supply.
05/09/2011 05:34 pm

The new cyber arms race

Tomorrow's wars will be fought not just with guns, but with the click of a mouse half a world away that will unleash weaponized software that could take out everything from the power grid to a chemical plant.
03/07/2011 02:44 pm

Your mail on an electric delivery cart: Postal Service goes greener

The US Postal Service and other government agencies are trying to make their transportation fleets more eco-friendly.
11/01/2010 03:21 pm

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How to stash carbon dioxide: Turn it into stone.

Dissolved in water and pumped underground, CO2 becomes limestone.
02/05/2009 12:00 am