Information Systems Group and the British Computer Society Public Lecture

The Economics of Information Security - Ten Trends

Bruce Schneier
BT Counterpane

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Old Theatre
Wednesday 21 March, 6.00 - 8.00 p.m.

Surveying current trends in information security, it’s clear that a myriad of forces is at work. But fundamentally, security is all about economics: both attacker and defender are trying to maximize the return on their investments. Economics can both explain why security fails so often, and offer new solutions for security success. For example, often the people who could protect a system are not the ones who suffer the costs of failure. Changing those economic incentives will do more to improve security than more technology.

Bruce Schneier is an internationally renowned security technologist and author. Described by The Economist as a "security guru," He is best known as a refreshingly candid and lucid security critic and commentator.

Bruce Schneir is also the keynote speaker for the 7th SSIT workshop which will take place on 19 and 20 of March at LSE.

Chair: Prof. Chrisanthi Avgerou

This lecture is part of the British Computer Society’s 50th anniversary and it is open to all. No ticket is required. Entry is on a first come, first served basis so please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

For any further queries regarding this lecture  or to request information about future events please contact Frances White, Research Coordinator

Page last updated 17 October 2007

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