Security

Strong security fosters trust in the Internet, enabling it to drive economic and social innovation.

Strong security fosters trust in the Internet, enabling it to drive economic and social innovation.

It is our collective responsibility to maintain a safe and secure Internet while preserving the Internet’s fundamental properties and global nature.

The design and implementation of security solutions should consider the potential impact they may have on these fundamental principles, including accessibility, collaboration, interoperability, and decentralization.

Security

Strong security fosters trust in the Internet, enabling it to drive economic and social innovation.

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It is our collective responsibility to maintain a safe and secure Internet while preserving the Internet’s fundamental properties and global nature.

The design and implementation of security solutions should consider the potential impact they may have on these fundamental principles, including accessibility, collaboration, interoperability, and decentralization.

Key Security Links

Key Security Links

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NDSS Symposium

The Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium fosters information exchange among researchers and practitioners.

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Encryption

Encryption is a vital security tool for protecting your personal information and staying safe online.

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Internet Security Online Course

Dive deeper into Internet security with our free online course! Gain insight into specific cybersecurity aspects related to the global Internet.

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Security Policy

Policymakers can strengthen or weaken Internet security. Explore how policy affects the online security ecosystem.

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Internet Technologies

Internet technologies are continually evolving to provide faster and more secure online experiences.

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Collaborative Security

People are what ultimately hold the Internet together. Cooperation and collaboration are essential for ensuring its security and prosperity.

No Research, No Internet

No Research, No Internet

For over three decades, we have hosted the Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium to bring together people who help make our online interactions safe and secure.

From how to keep our thoughts anonymous to thwarting phishing scams, the 2025 NDSS Symposium showcased cutting-edge research from across industry and academia.

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Latest Updates

Latest Updates

Five Years of Collaboration Between the Global Encryption Coalition and Internet Society Chapters 

Over the last five years, Internet Society chapters have played a critical role in helping ensure the success of the …

Bridging Tech and Policy: How Cat Easdon is Shaping the Future of Privacy and Security

Privacy engineer Cat Easdon used the Internet Society Early Career Fellowship to help bridge the gap between technology and policy …

What Is an Encryption Backdoor?

Encryption backdoors allow third parties to access the content of encrypted communications and can create security problems …

Internet Trust: Why We Need It and How to Achieve It

Trust in the Internet is crucial, but it has fluctuated. Let’s dive into Internet trust, what makes a trustworthy Internet, …

Fix the TAKE IT DOWN Act to Protect Encryption

We write to urge Congress to amend the TAKE IT DOWN Act because it creates unacceptable risks to users’ fundamental …

Today’s US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity

The United States government is taking a major leap forward for cybersecurity. The newly released Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting …

Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Act 2024 Consultation Response to the Home Office 

Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Act 2024 Consultation Response to the Home Office by Internet Society …

Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety

Encryption is a tool that ensures privacy for all online users, including children. In our panel, we heard from online …

DNS Security and Resilience

Hear from leading Internet governance experts as they tackle the most pressing security challenges of our time and engage in …

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