Program Details*
Title
An Instruction Manual for Computer Security
Description
This talk outlines a practical, incremental strategy for eliminating malware threats by redesigning operating systems around the principle of least privilege. Broader security measures include secure data formatting and phishing-resistant identity mechanisms. The talk concludes with policy proposals to incentivize secure-by-design computing practices.
Presenter’s Name
Karen Heart
Presenter’s Bio
Karen teaches computer science and computer security classes at DePaul University. From standalone end user applications to middleware to architecting distributed systems, Karen has created a wide range of software products and tools for a variety of industries, including among others publishing, banking, insurance, and logistics. She holds an MS in Computer Science from DePaul University, a JD from the University of Texas, and has completed the PhD coursework in Computer Science at UIC.
*Note: The information above is a draft provided by the presenter and may be different in the HalloweeM Program Booklet.
Date/Time/Location†
Saturday at 10 AM in Willow
†Note: The date, time & location listed in our PAAG (when it becomes available) supersedes the date, time & location listed here, if different. The hotel layout for HalloweeM can be found here.
