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Lousy security

Lousy security is all around us, and I'm not even thinking about airport security here (which, I admit, i love griping about). Here I have in mind lousy computer security. And lest you think I'm proceeding to engage in naval-gazing introspection, no -- Read More...

Posted 13 September 05 03:33 by Steve Riley | 2 Comments   
Filed under protection, RMS, security science, security theater, false claims

New column - debunking security myths

There is a lot at stake in security configuration guidance. First, it is easy to understand why people are clamoring for it. Everyone can see the benefit in turning on some setting and blocking an attack. In some environments, doing so is not even an Read More...

Posted 12 April 05 12:58 by Steve Riley | 0 Comments   
Filed under risk mitigation, security myths, security science, security theater, things that make me laugh, false claims

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