The Open Source Vulnerability Database (OSVDB) has launched a free Web site that catalogues security flaws in Internet-related software. It will, say its creators, promote more open collaboration between companies and individuals “and reduce expenses inherent with the development and maintenance of in-house vulnerability databases”. There are various specialist mailing…
Month: April 2004
U.S. Goals Solicited On Software Security
The federal government should set goals for reducing flaws in computer software that allow attacks by hackers, and other regulations might be necessary to better protect cyberspace, an industry task force said yesterday. Despite rising incidents of worms, viruses and identity fraud that have cost businesses and consumers as much…