NASA networks and systems have been successfully targeted by cyber attacks 1,120 times in the past two years. The agency’s IT budget in fiscal year 2009 was $1.6 billion, of which $15 million was dedicated to IT security. The GAO said NASA did not identify and authenticate users; restrict user access to systems; encrypt network services and data; protect network boundaries; and monitor computer-related events. NASAs high profile and cutting edge technology makes it an attractive target for hackers seeking recognition.”]
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