The ban on flash media use in the Air Force is still in place. USSTRATCOM issued an order Feb. 12 allowing limited use of removable flash media devices under very specific circumstances and “according to service guidelines.” Consistent with this order, the Air Force has decided to continue its service-wide ban on flash media devices until Air Force specific guidelines and procedures are determined.
“The Department of Defense banned flash media devices over a year ago due to network threats,” said Maj. Gen. Michael J. Basla, Air Force Space Command vice commander. “These threats have not disappeared. There are a number of military and government agencies working to mitigate these threats. The Air Force will be a partner in these mitigation strategies as we work to allow the limited use of flash media for mission essential requirements.
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