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Authentication Technologies

Authentication has been a cornerstone of computer security since ancient times. It's an area deserving even more attention today. Better authentication will make the Internet, secured workplaces, and connected homes safer and more convenient for all. More »

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IEEE Security & Privacy magazine provides articles with both a practical and research bent by the top thinkers in the field along with case studies, tutorials, columns, and in-depth interviews and podcasts for the information security industry.

 
 

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Cybermilitias and Political Hackers: Use of Irregular Forces in Cyberwarfare

Recent cyberattacks have grayed the line between political hacker and legitimate combatant. Take a look at the possible benefits and drawbacks of cyberconflict and the ramifications of cybermilitias. Read full article »

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Mobile Attacks and Defense

Smart phone features are convenient, but they also carry a threat. Take a look at the security models of two popular smart phone operating systems: Apple's iOS and Google's Android. Read full article »

 

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Podcast: Silver Bullet

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Shari Lawrence Pfleeger
Gary chats with Shari Lawrence Pfleeger, Director of Research for the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection at Dartmouth College. They discuss the difference between safety-critical software and security-critical software, why measuring software is hard (security notwithstanding), how to speed up tech transfer, and why there are so few women in computer science. >>More episodes