01 October 2012

Armed forces further tightening cyber security, IT usage norms

NEW DELHI: The armed forces are further tightening cyber security and information technology usage norms for all its personnel to prevent the "leaking" of confidential data and information, apart from reiterating strict orders to refrain from posting classified information on social networking websites.
......

All IAF officers, for instance, will now have to sign a declaration that they will not "save or view" any official document on personal computers as well as provide details of digital storage devices being used for official purposes. Any violation will attract strict action, warned IAF authorities.

The Army has already directed all its officers and personnel to even remove their pictures and information showing their affiliation to the service from their personal profiles on social networking websites.

......


Click here to read more ...... 

No comments:

Post a Comment