Has the threat of terrorism changed the way organizations are protecting their information assets?
I think it has made businesses more serious about securing their networks by raising awareness of existing vulnerabilities. It has certainly forced businesses into paying more attention to their business continuity and disaster recovery plans. While I suppose this can be considered a silver lining to this new era of terrorism, it’s the worst way to get corporations interested in securing their IT assets. The threat of terrorism doesn’t necessarily change the way an organization protects its information. They still need to follow due diligence in assessing risks, develop countermeasures that follow best practices and conform to their particular environment (and budget), and follow secure policies and procedures. • Are you ever afraid of the power of technology? Sure; afraid of the power of dirty bombs, nuclear missiles, anthrax powder, chemical weapons and the like in the hands of terrorists. Afraid of governments with too much power to monitor and surveil their own citizens. • Are priv
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