DefenceTalkA newly discovered Internet security flaw could leave many websites vulnerable to hackers because of weak US encryption standards in the 1990s, researchers said Tuesday. The flaw dubbed “FREAK” could leave thousands of websites open to attacks if the problem is not patched, according to papers released by French and US researchers. The flaw was […]https://www.defencetalk.com/newly-found-online-security-flaw-stems-from-1990s-63360/

DefenceTalkFrench Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve met Friday with Apple, Facebook, Google and Twitter to discuss ways to thwart terrorists from using the platforms as stages for propaganda. “We had frank, rich, deep discussion,” Cazeneuve said during a press conference at the French consulate in San Francisco. He said his mission was to foster closer relationships […]https://www.defencetalk.com/france-seeks-silicon-valley-allies-in-war-on-terror-63273/

DefenceTalkJapan and China plan to resume security talks as early as April after a four-year hiatus amid simmering tensions over territorial disputes, a report said Thursday. A meeting planned for Tokyo, which would be the first since January 2011 in Beijing, will likely focus on maritime issues, Kyodo News reported, citing unnamed diplomatic sources. The […]https://www.defencetalk.com/japan-china-to-resume-security-talks-report-63203/

DefenceTalkThe U.S. Air Force deployed 12 A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft and approximately 300 Airmen as part of a theater security package to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve this week. The aircraft and Airmen, from the 355th Fighter Wing, Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz., and are set to be […]https://www.defencetalk.com/first-air-force-theater-security-package-deploys-to-europe-62912/

DefenceTalkThe study is designed to give a comprehensive overview of the commercial drone market segment. Research represents a selection from the mountains of data available of the most relevant and cogent market materials, with selections made by the most senior analysts. Commentary on every aspect of the market from independent analysts creates an independent perspective […]https://www.defencetalk.com/commercial-drones-markets-reach-4-8-billion-by-2021-62253/

DefenceTalkLeaders from the 201st and 203rd Afghan National Army Corps, Afghan Border Police zones 301 and 402, the 11th Pakistan Army Corps, and a delegation from Resolute Support headquarters discussed border security at an event hosted by Train, Advise, Assist Command – East, or TAAC-E, at Operational Base Fenty in Afghanistan, Jan. 18, 2015. For […]https://www.defencetalk.com/afghan-pakistani-military-leaders-coordinate-border-security-62186/

DefenceTalkNavy Adm. Michael S. Rogers, commander of the U.S. Cyber Command, or USCYBERCOM, and director of the National Security Agency, addressed staff and faculty during the first Leadership Professional Development series event of 2015, Jan. 9. During his remarks, Rogers thanked the audience for their commitment to the Army and leadership. “You are building the […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-cyber-command-nsa-commander-discusses-state-of-cyber-efforts-62030/

DefenceTalkPresident Barack Obama announced his intent to expand cooperation with the United Kingdom in battling cyberthreats during a joint media availability today with U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron at the White House. The expanded collaboration will be aimed at protecting critical infrastructure, businesses and privacy from cyberattacks, Obama said. While there is heightened attention to […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-announces-expanded-cooperation-with-uk-on-cyberthreats-62012/

DefenceTalkThe 2nd Infantry “Warrior” Division is entering a significant phase in its 100-year history. For more than 60 years, 2nd Infantry Division Soldiers have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with their South Korean allies on freedom’s frontier keeping the peninsula secure against an aggressive and oppressive North Korean regime. The division is constantly seeking ways to further improve […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-south-korea-armies-to-establish-combined-division-62006/

DefenceTalkDeteriorating international relations across the world have caused countries to sanction extensive naval modernization and re-armament programs in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Russia. The Ukraine crisis, territorial disputes on the South China Sea and growing tensions in the Middle East have ensured that the market growth remains stable, although low. New analysis from Frost […]https://www.defencetalk.com/rising-security-threats-sustain-expenditure-on-military-naval-vessels-platforms-61982/