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Sir Kenyth · 10-01-2003, 02:56 PM

The security flaws can be easily overcome. If the the Diebold software runs under W2K or WXP, the OS has enough inherent security to leave a record trail for file manipulation and prevent unauthorized access. Network hardware using a dedicated circuit along with encryption would take care of intercepted transmission problems from outside sources. Even a VPN (PIX) over a public network is extremely difficult to get into without inside information. Once again, these measures all run outside of the software application. One problem I see is most local governments won't have the money or desire to implement proper data security measures after the huge cost of the Diebold equipment. Diebold equipment is VERY expensive. As in tens of thousands of dollars per unit. A secure network environment and the software and personnel it takes to support it are expensive in their own right. Most will see the money and treat it as an option instead of a necessity. All this high tech stuff is great, but no one seems to have the money for it's proper implementation.

Always remember this:

ANYONE with sufficient knowledge can crack ANY security measure with enough inside help, whether the help was given inadvertently or not. Your own employees are your biggest risk. Knowledgeable employees with a low risk habits and a clear cut, well understood, and widely distributed security policy are your best measures. Many businesses say that finding employees like this is almost impossible. It's not, they just cost more.

10-01-2003, 02:56 PM	#12
Sir Kenyth Fzoul Chembryl Join Date: August 30, 2001 Location: somewhere Age: 55 Posts: 1,785	The security flaws can be easily overcome. If the the Diebold software runs under W2K or WXP, the OS has enough inherent security to leave a record trail for file manipulation and prevent unauthorized access. Network hardware using a dedicated circuit along with encryption would take care of intercepted transmission problems from outside sources. Even a VPN (PIX) over a public network is extremely difficult to get into without inside information. Once again, these measures all run outside of the software application. One problem I see is most local governments won't have the money or desire to implement proper data security measures after the huge cost of the Diebold equipment. Diebold equipment is VERY expensive. As in tens of thousands of dollars per unit. A secure network environment and the software and personnel it takes to support it are expensive in their own right. Most will see the money and treat it as an option instead of a necessity. All this high tech stuff is great, but no one seems to have the money for it's proper implementation. Always remember this: ANYONE with sufficient knowledge can crack ANY security measure with enough inside help, whether the help was given inadvertently or not. Your own employees are your biggest risk. Knowledgeable employees with a low risk habits and a clear cut, well understood, and widely distributed security policy are your best measures. Many businesses say that finding employees like this is almost impossible. It's not, they just cost more. __________________ Master Barbsman and wielder of the razor wit!<br /><br />There are dark angels among us. They present themselves in shining raiment but there is, in their hearts, the blackness of the abyss.