Cyber Defense

In today’s world, technology is everywhere. In fact, it’s hard to go anywhere or do anything without using technology. As technology brings the world closer, it also puts those who use technology at risk…risk of stolen data, identify theft, the list goes on. Without cyber security, technology would not be where it is. Technology will inherently have flaws, which will in turn be exploited for fun, fame, or fortune. By helping secure technology, individuals, government, and corporations, cyber security provides “peace of mind” when surfing the web, sending an email, downloading a file, or countless other activities powered by technology.

I read an article recently (http://news.zdnet.com/2424-9595_22-254433.html) that believe it or not flashed by my screen as an ad and yes I clicked it.

Microsoft has announced an initiative to offer free malware protection and anti-virus software to all consumers by the second half of 2009. Several inferences can be made by the recent news.

The "social graph" that Facebook provides is it's main source of power and value to it's users. However, from a security standpoint, this is also Facebook's Achilles Heel.

I hate to pound the drum for cyber security threats on national security again but here is a perfect example of an issue that has been around for more than 6 years and potentially affects countless ap

I am very pleased to hear that the position of Assistant Secretary for Cyber Security and Communications has made it to the top of the “importance list” for key replacements.