The nation’s longest federal government shutdown continues, along with the debate on the issue that triggered it: a wall on the border between the U.S. and Mexico. While every serious voice agrees on the importance of secure borders, what constitutes…
Category: Politics
C.R.E.A.M. IoT Edition
We can go round and round about what’s going to drive improvements in computer security writ large, but when you boil it down it’s really only about one of and/or two things: money and bodies.
Cyber Security Through the Lens of an Election
In that sense politics is a lot like cyber security: you prepare for the worst, you assume every day is going to be rocky, but sometimes you get pleasantly surprised.
We Learn From Death
Cyber Diplomacy Will Not Save You
If what happened last week reminds you of another famous event in ironic diplomatic history, you’re not far off.
Don’t Believe the Hype
I want you to read this tweet: Two things: 1. The government is constantly whinging on about how we need more sharing. The private sector elements who actually get involved in sharing regimes constantly complain about how “sharing” with…
No New Cyber Security Legislation is Better Than Any New Legislation
There are a number of things the government can do that would have a more meaningful impact on cyber security without new law.
The Fastest Way to a Safer Internet? Cyberwar!
Nothing sparks a drive for safety and security like widespread suffering.
Killing Trees for Cyberspace
Where I stick my wet pinky finger in Bob Gourley’s ear.
Fight the Power!
It’s funny how popular you can get these days by screaming “political interference.” Contrast the experiences of two different intelligence officers: one spent two years in a junior position at one agency and was perpetually oppressed by partisans that ran…