Department of Defense (DoD) Controls Over Information Placed on Publicly Accessible Web Sites Require Better Execution: Audit ReportAlice F. Carey This audit addresses concerns that sensitive information continues to be found on DoD public Web sites. The audit evaluated the management of 436 public Web sites for their compliance with mandatory content and approval procedures and training requirements. It also reviewed 3,211 DoD-identified Web sites for public accessibility. The audit found that DoD did not execute enforcement actions for non-compliance with Web site policies and procedures, and components did not fully disseminate required policies and procedures governing publicly accessible Web sites. As a result, sensitive information continues to be posted to DoD public Web sites, putting DoD missions and personnel at risk. Figures. This is a print on demand report. |
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