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Internet Protocol Version 6: DOD Needs to Improve Transition Planning

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Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date June 1, 2020
Release Date June 1, 2020
Report No. GAO-20-402
Summary:

An internet protocol or “IP” address allows devices to send each other information over the internet. DOD began planning for its transition to the next version of IP in 2017, following at least 2 prior attempts to do so since 2003.

But, DOD has yet to clearly define the magnitude of work involved, the level of resources required, and the extent or nature of cybersecurity risks if vulnerabilities aren’t proactively managed.

We made 3 recommendations to DOD to inventory IP-compliant devices, estimate transition costs, and assess risks to develop more realistic transition plans and proactively address potential threats.

DOD relies on its IP networks to control drones and enable other mission-critical technologies

Two uniformed service members looking at monitors in a dark room

Two uniformed service members looking at monitors in a dark room

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