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Computer Security: Selected Articles

April 1, 1991
Author(s)
Marianne M. Swanson, Elizabeth B. Lennon
This National Institute of Standards and Technology Internal Report (NISTIR) presents nine articles which represent a wide spectrum of computer security information. The articles were selected by the staff of the Computer Security Division, Computer

Public-Key Cryptography

April 1, 1991
Author(s)
James R. Nechvatal
This publication presents a state-of-the-art survey of public-key cryptography, circa 1988-1990, and covers the following topics: 1) the theory of public-key cryptography; 2) comparisons to conventional (secret-key) cryptography; 3) a largely self

Computer Users' Guide to the Protection of Information Resources

October 1, 1989
Author(s)
Cheryl Helsing, Marianne M. Swanson, Mary A. Todd
While excellent progress has been made in computer technology, very little has been done to inform users of the vulnerability of data and information to such threats as unauthorized modification, disclosure, and destruction, either deliberate or accidental

Executive Guide to the Protection of Information Resources

October 1, 1989
Author(s)
Cheryl Helsing, Marianne M. Swanson, Mary A. Todd
This guide is designed to help the policy maker address a host of questions regarding the protection and safety of computer systems and data processed within your agency. It introduces information systems security concerns, outlines the management issues

Guide for Selecting Automated Risk Analysis Tools

October 1, 1989
Author(s)
Irene E. Gilbert
This document recommends a process for selecting automated risk analysis tools. It is primarily intended for managers and those responsible for managing risks in computer and telecommunications systems. The document describes important considerations for

Management Guide to the Protection of Information Resources

October 1, 1989
Author(s)
Cheryl Helsing, Marianne M. Swanson, Mary A. Todd
This guide introduces information systems security concerns and outlines the issues that must be addressed by all agency managers in meeting their responsibilities to protect information systems within their organizations. It describes essential components

Computer Viruses and Related Threats: A Management Guide

August 1, 1989
Author(s)
John P. Wack, Lisa J. Carnahan
This document provides guidance for technical managers for the reduction of risk to their computer systems and networks from attack by computer viruses, unauthorized users, and related threats. The guidance discusses the combined use of policies

Smart Card Technology: New Methods for Computer Access Control

September 1, 1988
Author(s)
Martha E. Haykin, Robert B. Warnar
A smart card is a credit-card-sized device containing one or more integrated circuit chips, which perform the functions of a microprocessor, memory, and an input/output interface. Smart cards, and other related devices, may be used to provide an increased

Accuracy, Integrity, and Security in Computerized Vote-Tallying

August 1, 1988
Author(s)
Roy Saltman
Recommendations are provided to promote accuracy, integrity, and security in computerized vote-tallying, and to improve confidence in the results produced. The recommendations respond to identified problems, and concern software, hardware, operational

Message Authentication Code (MAC) Validation System: Requirements and Procedures

May 1, 1988
Author(s)
Miles E. Smid, Elaine B. Barker, David Balenson, Martha E. Haykin
The National Bureau of Standards Message Authentication Code (MAC) Validation System (MVS) tests message authentication devices for conformance to two data authentication standards: Federal Information Processing Standard Publication (FIPS PUB) 113,

Guide to Auditing for Controls and Security: A System Development Life Cycle Approach

April 1, 1988
Author(s)
Zella G. Ruthberg, Bonnie T. Fisher, William E. Perry, John W. Lainhart, James G. Cox, Mark Gillen, Douglas B. Hunt
This guide addresses auditing the system development life cycle (SDLC) process for an automated information system (AIS), to ensure that controls and security are designed and built into the system. The guide also presents a process for deciding which

Guide on Selecting ADP Backup Processing Alternatives

October 1, 1985
Author(s)
Irene E. Isaac
This publication addresses the issue of selecting ADP backup processing support in advance of events that cause the loss of data processing capability. The document emphasizes the need for managers at all levels of the organization to support the planning
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