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Information Security

Technology allows individuals and organizations access to more comprehensive and diverse information, but this access requires that electronic information, networks, data repositories, and data transmissions be adequately safeguarded. RAND has developed a large body of research focused on recognizing the potential threats to information security and data integrity, as well as implications for personal and institutional privacy.

Research conducted by: RAND Justice, Infrastructure, and Environment; RAND National Security Research Division; RAND Labor and Population; RAND Europe; RAND Arroyo Center; RAND Project AIR FORCE

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Cybersecurity: Examining Challenges for the Future

Cyberspace is increasingly important for economic growth, openness, and democracy, but poor cybersecurity can make governments, businesses, and individuals open to cyber attack and cyber crime. RAND Europe conducts a range of research on the topic to advise policymakers.

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Cybersecurity Economic Issues: Corporate Approaches and Challenges to Decisionmaking — Nov 18, 2008

This research brief addresses key cybersecurity concerns, such as protecting critical products and services and ensuring that software will work. It identifies how organizations perceive the importance of cybersecurity in making investment decisions.