Federal cybersecurity defenses not strong enough to protect American data, Senate report warns
AUGUST 3, 2021
Federal agencies responsible for safeguarding the security and personal data of millions of Americans have failed to implement basic defenses against cyberattacks, according to a report from Senate investigators released Tuesday. The agencies earned a C- report card for falling short of federally-mandated standards in the 47-page report by the Senate Homeland Security Committee.