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Thursday, May 14, 2009

Implications of proposed Cybersecurity Act of 2009, Part 2

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Implications of proposed Cybersecurity Act of 2009, Part 2

M. E. Kabay By M. E. Kabay
Garamella: An effective attack could disrupt or disable elements such as public utilities, including power, water and gas. Ground and air traffic control systems are also potential targets. These critical elements warrant no less protection than defense, finance and healthcare. There is a proliferation of data breaches from all sectors of the cyber infrastructure. Left alone, this situation will only get worse. Read full story

M. E. Kabay, PhD, CISSP-ISSMP, specializes in security and operations management consulting services. CV online.

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