Articles tagged "government security"

Cybersecurity

What Does 'got.gov?' Mean? Decoding the Infamous Hacker T-Shirt

The cryptic 'got.gov?' t-shirt worn by hacker Jonathan James has become legendary in cybersecurity circles. This article explores its origins, what it reveals about government security vulnerabilities, and why this simple phrase still resonates in 2026.

14 min read | Feb 20, 2026

Cybersecurity

When the Cyber Chief Breaches Security: The ChatGPT Upload Scandal

When the acting head of America's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency uploaded sensitive contracting documents into public ChatGPT, it exposed systemic failures in government AI security protocols. This 2026 incident reveals critical lessons about data protection in the age of generative AI.

11 min read | Jan 29, 2026

VPN & Privacy

CISA Polygraph Fallout: What It Means for Your Cybersecurity Career

The acting CISA director's failed polygraph test has triggered investigations into career staff, raising serious questions about polygraph reliability, career implications, and privacy rights in government cybersecurity roles. Here's what you need to know.

11 min read | Dec 23, 2025