Beyond the Ballot Box - Securing America’s Supporting Election Technology
Explore the critical yet often overlooked aspects of election security in this 27-minute RSA Conference talk. Delve into the Center for Internet Security's recommendations for securing and verifying America's Internet-connected election technology. Learn about the most vulnerable components of election infrastructure and gain insights from a verification pilot project. Discover security best practices, risk-based approaches, and rapid testing methods for election officials. Understand the challenges posed by ransomware and rapid product changes in the election technology landscape. Examine the process of architecture reviews, security claims validation, and the importance of built-in incentives for secure systems. Gain valuable knowledge on how to protect the supporting election technology that plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of democratic processes.