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Cybersecurity Firms Form Industry Association

Posted by simoniker on from the do-they-get-badges-or-just-white-hats? dept.

An anonymous reader writes "Washington Technology is reporting that a new industry association centered around cybersecurity has been formed, to make sure security firms like RSA Security Inc., PGP Corp., Network Associates Inc., and others get their voices heard in Washington." Art Coviello, CEO of RSA Security Inc, is quoted in the article as saying: "The country is faced with the serious threat of terrorism and the possibility of cyberterrorism. If we can speak with one voice, we can play an important role in protecting the nation's critical infrastructure."

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  1. the new 'dot com'? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Interesting

    So the next new bubble is exploiting people's paranoia huh?

  2. What they really want by seriv · · Score: 5, Interesting

    Something tells me that when they say "get their voices heard," it means a line-item in the next budget. Damn Lobbyists.

  3. I have a question. by Faust7 · · Score: 5, Interesting

    Why on earth isn't Microsoft on this list?

    Now, before anyone chimes in with "Microsoft? Security? Thou smoketh crack!" ... consider this:

    Members said the group's mission is to improve cybersecurity through public policy initiatives, public-sector partnerships, corporate outreach, academic programs, adoption of industry technology standards and public education.

    Microsoft is an influence in some of those areas, a heavy influence in others, and a governing influence in others.

    Would it not be of vital importance that they be a member of this group?

    --
    The coolest voice ever.
    1. Re:I have a question. by deadmongrel · · Score: 5, Interesting

      Would it not be of vital importance that they be a member of this group?
      I think it would be better microsoft doesn't joing the group. why? 'cause then the security groups policies would be influenced more microsoft's business gains. Microsoft, like any other business organization would first look out for its business interests more than standards.