Computer security: cyber attacks--war without borders: hearing before the Subcommittee on Government Management, Information

OCLC Number: (OCoLC)48162281 Subject: Computer crimes. Excerpt: ...a party conference this morning and we got a new Member, so that takes a little time. That is Mr. Marty Martinez, who switched parties to come with us because he wanted common sense government. From the ``ILOVEYOU' virus to attempts to enter the space shuttle's communication system, cyber attacks are on the rise. Every day new viruses and attempted intrusions bombard vital computer systems and networks within U.S. Government agencies and private industries. Sometimes the attackers are simply seeking the thrill of breaking into a supposedly secure system. Other times, however, the motive is far more sinister-- vandalism, industrial espionage, intelligence collection, or creating a doorway for a future attack. As the ``ILOVEYOU' virus clearly demonstrated, these attacks can originate from nearly anywhere in the world. Many experts say this is only the tip of the iceberg in terms of the number of attacks, their sophistication and their destructiveness. In the United States and in many other countries, law enforcement agencies and private organizations collect and share information on these worldwide computer attacks. However, not all countries have the capability to detect them, warn others, or even prosecute the hackers once they have been identified. In the United States, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Departments of Commerce and Defense all have a role in tracking and investigating cyber attacks. Many other agencies and private organizations also track and share this critical information. Other countries also have law enforcement agencies and organizations set up to investigate and share cyber attack information. But among the variety of players, who is coordinating an efficient, effective response to this international problem? Today, we will examine the challenges of coordinating these cyber attack investigations. Our witnesses represent...