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The Recommendations

The Recommendations. 7. Recommendations. Become aware of the problem Devise an information security strategy Implement some remedial procedures immediately Seek professional help without delay Adopt international standards and best practices Identify the gaps in national legislation

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The Recommendations

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  1. TheRecommendations

  2. 7 Recommendations • Become aware of the problem • Devise an information security strategy • Implement some remedial procedures immediately • Seek professional help without delay • Adopt international standards and best practices • Identify the gaps in national legislation • Encourage the United Nations to embark urgently • on a Law of Cyberspace

  3. Awareness Information Security is NOT just a technical problem Everyone has a role to play You cannot manage what you do not understand

  4. Security Strategy Assign responsibility for strategy Ensure that strategy matches needs Re-evaluate strategy frequently

  5. Remedial Procedures Do the simple things first Do them NOW Advice is readily available and it is free

  6. Professional Help Employ “ethical hackers” Involve Auditors and Consultants Consult Professional Associations

  7. Standards and Best Practices Adopt ISO 17799 or equivalent Do not reinvent the wheel Ensure compliance with adopted standards

  8. Gaps in Legislation Gaps will be exploited by the Bad Guys Understanding the gaps will encourage legislation Legislation will level the playing field

  9. Law of Cyber-Space A global comprehensive consensus among all stake-holders It cannot wait Only the United Nations can do it

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