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12The lead U.S. cyber agency is stretched thin as Iran hacking threat escalates
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is facing increased pressure from Iranian cyber threats while simultaneously experiencing internal challenges. Last week, CISA's acting director was reassigned, and the agency is operating under a partial shutdown, potentially straining its ability to respond effectively to escalating cyber risks.
OIG-23-61 - CBP, ICE, and Secret Service Did Not Adhere to Privacy Policies or Develop Sufficient Policies Before Procuring and Using Commercial Telemetry Data - (REDACTED)
A Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General (OIG) report (OIG-23-61) found that Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Secret Service did not consistently adhere to privacy policies or develop sufficient policies before acquiring and using commercial telemetry data. The report, issued in September 2023, was redacted.
CBP Tapped Into the Online Advertising Ecosystem To Track Peoples’ Movements
A DHS document obtained by 404 Media reveals that CBP is using location data sourced from the online advertising industry to track people's movements. ICE has reportedly purchased access to similar tools.
0171.-02-27-2026-RESPONSE-of-Appellants-Executive-Office-of-the-President-United-States-Department-of-Homeland-Secur.pdf
The provided PDF document, titled "0171.-02-27-2026-RESPONSE-of-Appellants-Executive-Office-of-the-President-United-States-Department-of-Homeland-Secur.pdf", appears to be a legal response from the Liberty Justice Center. The document may pertain to a case involving the Executive Office of the President and the Department of Homeland Security, filed in 2026.
Kayssel
Kayssel's Newsletter Issue #20 covers a broad range of topics, from AI's integration into various industries to the evolving landscape of sports and media, along with cybersecurity and geopolitical trends. It also features product recommendations, highlighting a focus on innovation and cultural shifts in technology, media, and security.
U.S. Cabinet department now feuding with Olivia Rodrigo
Trump's Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responded to Olivia Rodrigo's request to stop using her music in its messaging with what the article describes as a lack of dignity. The article satirizes the perceived feud.
How FOIA Is Affected By Trump Administration's Political Chaos and DOGE
A Bloomberg newsletter reports that USAID cannot release FOIA documents due to "recent developments", while DHS directs FOIA officers to "maximize transparency". These directives occurred during the Trump administration.
US cybersecurity agency to get new acting director
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), responsible for protecting the nation's cyber and critical infrastructure, will get a new acting director. The article does not specify who the new acting director will be or the reason for the change.
Metadata Exposes Authors of ICE’s ‘Mega’ Detention Center Plans
Metadata embedded in a PDF document detailing Homeland Security's plans to construct "mega" detention centers exposed the document's authors. This metadata included comments and other identifying information, revealing the personnel involved in the creation of the proposal for these large-scale detention and processing facilities.
DHS Opens a Billion-Dollar Tab With Palantir
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has entered into a billion-dollar purchasing agreement with Palantir. A Palantir executive solicited employee support for this DHS project, which extends Palantir's work within the agency.
@bellingcat.com on Bluesky
Bellingcat posted on Bluesky about a fatal shooting in Minneapolis on January 24th. They cite a DHS statement claiming the victim was armed, but a video appears to show a gun being taken from the man before shots were fired, according to a linked X post.
Alex Pretti: Analysing Footage of Minneapolis CBP Shooting
Bellingcat analyzed video footage of the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Their analysis appears to contradict statements made by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the incident.