U.S. DoD Bans Use of HTML e-Mail, Outlook Web Access

["Fergie" <fergdawg () netzero net>]

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Via FCW.com.

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Due to an increased network threat condition, the Defense Department is
blocking all HTML-based e-mail messages and has banned the use of Outlook
Web Access e-mail applications, according to a spokesman for the Joint Task
Force for Global Network Operations.

An internal message available on the Internet from the Defense Security
Service (DSS) states that JTF-GNO raised the network threat condition from
Information Condition 5, which indicates normal operating conditions, to
Infocon 4 “in the face of continuing and sophisticated threats” against
Defense Department networks.

Infocon 4 usually indicates heightened vigilance in preparation for
operations or exercises or increased monitoring of networks due to
increased risk of attack.

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More:
http://www.fcw.com/article97178-12-22-06-Web

- - ferg

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