Brian Craig

Could Careless Coders Face False Claims Liability?

By Brian Craig and Stephen E. Ruscus on October 28, 2022 Posted in Software

New Software Development Security Attestation and Related False Claims Act Liability for Commercial and Noncommercial Software Developers and Suppliers Key takeaway Software producers at all levels in the federal supply chain should prepare to attest that their software development practices comply with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards supported by artifacts that demonstrate … Continue Reading

Reporting Cyberattacks: Challenges for US Government Defense Contractors

By Brian Craig and Orga Cadet on December 20, 2021 Posted in Cybersecurity

A report published by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) on Dec. 8, 2021, highlights the complexity surrounding cybersecurity compliance for the Department of Defense (DOD) and its contractors. The GAO’s report recommended that the DOD improve its communication to industry, develop a plan to evaluate a pilot program, and develop outcome-oriented performance measures. This … Continue Reading