From Nextgov.com: Tougher security standards coming for removable storage devices

Modifications to contracts would require protections from worms and viruses, and stronger encryption requirements.

A federal interagency group responsible for data encryption policy and acquisition efforts is considering changes to existing technology contracts to incorporate tougher security requirements for removable storage devices such as thumb drives and handheld devices, a Defense Department program manager confirmed on Thursday.

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