Cyber security is about far more than physical science

Cyber Security is a Complex Adaptive System and encompasses social, legal, commercial, technical and policy dimensions, Dr. Robert Ghanea-Hercock, Chief Researcher, BT Security Research Practice, says.

Cyber Security is a funny thing. There are a vast array of technical solutions and security products on the market, yet we still struggle to contain a tsunami of malware and advanced threats. Why?

The answer may lie in a deeper understanding of what the true nature of the problem is, specifically that Cyber Security is a Complex Adaptive System. As such it encompasses social, legal, commercial, technical and policy dimensions [Read more...]