While some believe "cyberterrorism" is an overhyped myth, Richard Clarke--the newly appointed special adviser to the president for cybersecurity--is one of the few that fear Net attacks.
Maybe the threat of cyberterrorism isn't as real as we think. Or perhaps it's much worse. Either way, one thing is certain: We're vulnerable.
During the next few years, heightened security will change the Internet, and the office network on which many of you work. In fact, you'll probably see changes first at the office as companies try to "harden" their information assets against a wide variety of threats.
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FBI security consultant Laura Chappell talks to ZDNet Australia about cyber threats for 2002, how script kiddies and junior hackers can bring down your network, why there is safety in grey hair, and how to train hackers without losing them to the ‘dark side’.
During the next few years, heightened security will change the Internet, and the office network on which many of you work. In fact, you'll probably see changes first at the office as companies try to "harden" their information assets against a wide variety of threats.
Though most corporate security professionals see network protection as critical, they have only made modest gains in securing their companies, according to a report.
Despite her unpopular stance on encryption, Dorothy Denning's dedication to security has earned her respect. What does she think is in store for security?
Security expert Bruce Schneier argues that constant vigilance, not technology, is the best defence against computer break-ins.
During the next few years, heightened security will change the Internet, and the office network on which many of you work. In fact, you'll probably see changes first at the office as companies try to "harden" their information assets against a wide variety of threats.
Despite her unpopular stance on encryption, Dorothy Denning's dedication to security has earned her respect. What does she think is in store for security?
Security expert Bruce Schneier argues that constant vigilance, not technology, is the best defence against computer break-ins.
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