The New York Times reports that more than 30 technology companies, including Facebook and Microsoft, plan to announce a statement that they publicly refuse to take part in cyber attacks organized by the government of any country.
It is about attacks on citizens and enterprises of all countries of the world without exception. In addition, according to this agreement, companies are committed to assist any country facing such an attack in cyberspace, regardless of its cause - be it fraud or geopolitics.
Among the consonants to comply with the developed principles are also companies such as Oracle, Symantec, FireEye, HP, Finnish Nokia and Spanish Telefonica.
The New York Times notes that, despite the long list of those who agreed to sign the agreement, some large companies such as Google, Apple and Amazon, while refuse it.
The publication also reminded that President and Chief Legal Advisor Microsoft Brad Smith has been trying for several years to convey the idea of the need to create the so-called "Geneva Convention" in the digital space that will establish rules of conduct in cyberspace.
According to Smith, American technology companies should be the first to support such an initiative, as most often their clients are faced with cyberattacks.
"This problem has become much more, and I think that over the past few years we realized that we need to work together," he said.
Comments
Post a Comment