Franklin worked in the National Infrastructure Protection Center's cyber division at FBI headquarters.

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Shawn Henry, president of Crowdstrike and former Executive Assistant Director of the FBI and head of its Cyber Division, is quick to note that his company does not advocate hacking into systems.

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Gen Shelton issued the warning during a briefing given to reporters about the US Air Force division he heads that includes America's cyber-troops.

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On October 13, 2011, the Division of Corporation Finance of the SEC issued guidance to address the increased risks of registrants associated with cyber security and cyber incidents.

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