The Cybersecurity Executive Order (Executive Order 14028) is a U.S. executive order issued by President Biden on May 12, 2021. The order seeks to address the growing threat of cyber attacks and data breaches, ensuring the security and integrity of the software used by the federal government and promoting secure software development practices.
Executive Order 14028 outlines a series of actions to be taken by federal agencies and defines cybersecurity requirements for government contractors. It directs the creation of a Cyber Safety Review Board, establishes a cybersecurity training program for federal employees, and calls for the implementation of stronger cybersecurity standards for federal networks and systems.