Confident Computing (C-2)
Abstract
(U) The Confident Computing (C-2) program will radically change the current paradigm of overly complex, unwieldy, and insecure computing platforms. Current commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) systems do not keep pace with the security requirements of the Department of Defense and other government agencies; they are incentivized to add layer upon layer of functionality and backwards compatibility, without significantly improved security. The C-2 program will leverage enhanced processor and memory technologies developed under the Trustworthy Systems program to revolutionize the “minimalization” of a micro-core operating system, designed to quantifiably defeat adversaries’ attempts to compromise the system during computing operations specific to military operations, rather than home use. The resulting technology of the C-2 program will initially be used either as a component or complete system to allow secure command and control communications for deployed forces. Subsequent phases of the program will allow for expanded usability and functionality for in-garrison usage. Mature C-2 technologies will not require add-on security controls (e.g., Anti-Virus, Firewall, etc.) nor time-consuming maintenance from system administrators, thus improving performance and decreasing costs in order to facilitate transition to an operational performer.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- eae6f82854ee7c9ba869b11ac7ff8831