This course aims to explore the impact of cyberwarfare on elections and the measures taken to safeguard democracy. Participants will learn about the asymmetry in responses between nations like Russia and others, and how strategies have evolved since 2016. The session will delve into various cyber methods used to disrupt elections and brainstorm potential threats that countries may not be prepared for. The teaching method involves discussing real-world examples and engaging in interactive activities. This course is intended for individuals interested in cybersecurity, election security, and the intersection of technology and democracy.
Trust, but Verify - Maintaining Democracy In Spite of Information Countermeasures
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Overview
Syllabus
Intro
MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS
WHERE DOES VOTING FIT?
PHYSIOLOGICAL NEEDS
SELF- ACTUALIZATION
VOTER HIERARCHY OF NEEDS
LAYERS FOR ATTACKERS TO TARGET
INFORMATION PLANE
INFRASTRUCTURE PLANE
And lets not forget 2016, when San Francisco's transit system was infected
WHERE DOES THAT LEAVE US?
HOW WOULD YOU ATTACK?
WHAT CAN WE DO TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY?
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