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InfoSec Consultant Liability Question


From: "Frank Pawlak" <FPAWL () pcsentre com>
Date: Fri, 15 Oct 1999 13:45:17 -0500

I am considering entering the InfoSec field as an independent consultant. My question is what kind of legal liabilities 
are general encountered during the course of work?  Is there Insurance available, like a type of mal-practice insurance?

I understand that systems can not be made 100% secure, and that knowledge transfer can be made to the client.  But, 
there remains the possibility that if a network is compromised, the client may litigate for damages, etc.

Any advice or pointers are most welcome.  My thanks in advance.

Frank Pawlak




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