DHS deputy promises 'clarity' on sharing cyber threat indicators

The Department of Homeland Security will issue “critical documents” to clarify the government's preparations for responding to and sharing cyber threat indicators, according to DHS Deputy Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Mayorkas at an event today said DHS was responding to confusion in the private sector about who to contact in the event of a data breach.

“Who are we suppose to call?” is a common question heard by DHS, he said. And in response, DHS will be issuing guidance “in the...