White House proposal would allow private organizations to share information about cyber-attacks with DHS. Critics say it could give the government unprecedented access to private data. The proposal would give private organizations immunity from lawsuits when they share information. The aim of the proposal is to allow private companies to seek help from DHS when they’re attacked, a DHS official says. The White House says new legislation is needed to protect the U.S. government and private businesses from serious cyber-crimes, officials say.”]
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