Network Security Issues
Abstract
Network security is a current topic of concern. The trend towards more interoperative networks, computerized telephone networks, centralized databases make all of these very vulnerable to infiltration, alterations and destruction. Dangers to the networks come in various forms, from the network terrorist and the insider and the computer virus. Possible disruptive and destructive actions and infiltration and exploitation of people's privacy rights. This thesis examines the security and privacy issues of the coming of the information age with its interconnected networks and centralized databases, and possible solutions to the dilemma. Technology and demand are driving forward with only cursorary actions being taken to protect the security and privacy of the network, placing a number of highly critical networks in danger of being compromised. Theses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA219182
Entities
People
- Michael J. Sinisi
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology