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Can computer security really make a difference?

Hannaford, Craig S. - In: Managerial Auditing Journal 10 (1995) 5, pp. 10-15

Computer crime and the abuse of computer and telecommunications systems have become a serious threat to the integrity of information systems. The Organization for Economic Co‐operation and Development has addressed this problem as has Interpol. National governments such as Canada have enacted...

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Inadequate security encourages the thief

Mills, Alan - In: Industrial Management & Data Systems 95 (1995) 2, pp. 3-5

broadly similar conclusions. Many organizations do not have basic computer security procedures in place. Simple matters such … 1994. This shows that, while computer fraud and abuse is a growth industry, many organizations do not seem to take computer … security seriously. Also considers a survey conducted by an undergraduate of Leeds Metropolitan University. This reached …

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White‐collar Computer Crimes : A Threat to Auditors and Organization

Roufaiel, Nazik S.; Dorweiler, Vernon - In: Managerial Auditing Journal 9 (1994) 3, pp. 3-12

Describes the auditor′s responsibility in the expanding arena of computer‐related criminal activity within the organization and the organization′s liability for criminal activity. Formulates professional standards of conduct from these definitions of responsibility, both for the auditor...

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New Technologies and Future Trends in Computer Security

Forcht, Karen A.; Pierson, Joan - In: Industrial Management & Data Systems 94 (1994) 8, pp. 30-36

, sale of contaminated software, and why today there is a greater need for computer security. Refers to the Berne Convention …

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Using Experts for Detecting and Litigating Computer Crime

Rushinek, Avi; Rushinek, Sara F. - In: Managerial Auditing Journal 8 (1993) 7

Whilst the development of a crime‐proof computer operating system seems very unlikely, more could be done to deter, discover, litigate and punish computer criminals. Because of the limited sophistication of security devices, experts shy away from them, while managers and attorneys (unaware of...

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Computer Security in Large Corporations: Attitudes and Practices of CEOs

Wright, Phillip C. - In: Management Decision 31 (1993) 7

Reports a study which investigated the attitudes, knowledge and practices of CEOs in the computer security area. It was …

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PC‐security Evaluation

Gollmann, Dieter; Wichmann, Peer - In: Managerial Auditing Journal 7 (1992) 5

Reports on the evaluation of a set of commercial PC‐security products. Argues how, and why, this analysis differs from the kind of security evaluation described in the IT security evaluation criteria published recently by some national security agencies. Draws on an in‐depth examination down...

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HOW SECURE IS YOUR IT?

Garvin, Karen - In: Management Development Review 5 (1992) 2

A recent survey has found that computing and IT are essential for effective management, yet costly security breaches, losses and theft are widespread. Urges corporate users to implement contingency plans in the large number of cases where none at present exists.

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Violations of Intellectual Property Rights: An Examination of Pacific Region Abuses and Responses

Barton, Laurence - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 22 (1992) 6, pp. 20-23

The systematic stealing of patents, copyright ownership and industrial secrets remain a complex and costly dilemma for corporate interests worldwide. Analyses the role which organizations in the Pacific Region have played, both in the cause and control of these abuses. Western manufacturers,...

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Software Management and Accountability

Williams, Len - In: Industrial Management & Data Systems 92 (1992) 4, pp. 13-15

Software is protected by copyright law which means that the owner of the copyright holds exclusive rights to the reproduction and distribution of his or her work. How therefore does the Federation Against Software Theft (FAST) help, advise and control companies on use and misuse of software?

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