Re: A reminder that security is not inherently solvable with technology

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tsai Li Ming [mailto:mailinglist () ltsai com]
> Sent: Friday, October 24, 2003 08:25 AM
> To: security-basics () securityfocus com
> Subject: RE: A reminder that security is not inherently solvable with technology
>
> I would like to point out another side of the story. I would agree that
> privilege information shouldn't be outsourced. It shouldn't even be
> outsourced to another company, whether local or overseas. On the other hand,
> we should bear in mind that off shoring a job does not necessary mean that
> it is less secure. A disgruntled local employee could do the same thing.
> What makes a local employee more trustworthy than an offshore worker?

Only the fact that it is easier to observe the actions of a local employee. . .
 
> You can have the best security in place but it can be compromised by a
> single employee. Can we ever replace trust with technology?

Only when we physically get wired up. . . and frankly, I'm not letting my employer OR my government control my brain. . 
. 



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