Given that there is no such thing as perfect security, we should
not expect a perfect glossary—because there is always so much
more to be said. However, as a first approximation, this glossary
is well conceived and well executed.
Slade’s knowledge of the subject matter is outstanding, as is
his commitment to make this a work in progress. I suspect it
will continue to evolve—perhaps even somewhat like George
Washington’s original axe (which has had many new handles and
many new blades, but is still the same old axe).
Foreword by
Peter G. Neumann,
ACM Risks Forum Moderator
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