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Alex Scroxton
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Security Editor, Computer Weekly
Washington
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By Alex Scroxton Verified| Computer Weekly Verified In a last-minute intervention, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has extended its contract for the Mitre-operated Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Programme, relied on by security professionals around the world to keep up to date on the latest publicly disclosed security vulnerabilities.
By Alex Scroxton Verified| Computer Weekly Verified Community in shock Although at the time of writing the CVE Programme remains up and running, with new commits made to its GitHub in the past hours, reaction to the contract’s cancellation has been swift and scathing. “With 25 years of consistent public funding, the CVE framework is embedded into security programmes, vendor feeds, and risk assessment workflows,” said Tim Grieveson, CSO and executive vice-president at ThingsRecon, an attack surface discovery specialist.
By Alex Scroxton Verified| Computer Weekly Verified One of the cyber security world's most significant assets, the common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVE) system operated by US-based non-profit MITRE appears to be heading for trouble after it emerged that the contract pathway for MITRE to continue to run the project on behalf of the US authorities, is set to lapse on Wednesday 16 April with no replacement ready.
Company Info
Computer Weekly
ComputerWeekly.com is a prominent digital publication focused on the IT industry. Established in 1966 as the first weekly IT newspaper, it has transformed into a multi-platform resource for IT professionals worldwide. As part of Informa TechTarget, the publication offers a variety of services and content tailored to the needs of its audience. The platform publishes a weekly digital magazine with over 200,000 subscribers, delivering the latest news, analysis, and insights. It also provides exclusive premium content, including in-depth articles and research studies. Additionally, Computer Weekly organizes networking events for senior IT managers, fostering connections and knowledge sharing among industry leaders. A dedicated monthly magazine for European IT leaders addresses regional issues and trends, further enhancing its offerings. ComputerWeekly.com serves a diverse audience of IT decision-makers, helping them make informed technology purchasing decisions, improve their skills, and connect with industry networks. It is a trusted source for IT news, insights, and professional development opportunities.
London, United Kingdom
Founded: 1966