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Critical U.S. Infrastructure Vulnerable to Cyber Attack

Clip: 8/8/2012 | 8m 54s

Critical U.S. Infrastructure Vulnerable to Cyber Attack, Congress Fails to Act

Since the internet has become so critical to daily life, systems like the electrical grid and water supply have become vulnerable to cyber attacks. Margaret Warner looks at Congress failed attempt to pass legislation that would beef up cyber security and talks with Joel Brenner, former senior counsel at National Security Agency.

08/08/2012

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