Article by Michael Fernon and Burt Hill
In July 2002, the OECD published a new set of guidelines in relation to Information security, called, 'Guidelines for the Security of Information Systems and Networks'. They replace the OECDs' existing guidelines on security of information systems, which was published in 1992.
The new guidelines are recognition that today's global information economy presents new challenges to developed economies that were not present in the early 90s. This includes the widespread use of technology like the internet which now supports so much critical infrastructure such as energy, finance and government information systems, as well as important private businesses that make up a country's economy. This coupled with the 'interconnectivity' of modern IT and telecommunication systems, and the fact that IT security threats are no longer country or industry sector specific, means a coordinated response from industrialised nations to the problem is needed. Viruses
