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.

A young child is animatedly talking on a cell phone

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

Two men standing on a rooftop, gazing intently at an unseen object

NDSS Symposium

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

A group of people sit at a table at an encryption workshop in Brussels.

Encryption

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

A group of women sit at computers at a Chad Chapter training

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.

The outside of the White House

Security Policy

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

A youth engrossed in their phone.

Internet Technologies

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

Several individuals seated at a table, sharing a lively discussion.

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.

People sit in the audience at NDSS and watch intently

Latest Updates

Latest Updates

Take a Step Towards Privacy: Understanding Digital Footprints

Digital footprints are trails of data that people leave behind as they use the Internet. This data contributes to a digital …

Encrypt Today to Safeguard Tomorrow: The Encryption Summit

Encryption empowers people to connect with others, protect themselves and their loved ones, and live their lives to the fullest …

Case Study: Canada’s Online News Act Hurt Journalism, Competition, and the Internet

Read about the impacts of Canada’s Online News Act on the Internet and how countries can develop laws to support …

Texas’ Mandatory Age Verification Law Will Weaken Privacy and Security on the Internet

Texas’ mandatory age verification law will weaken Internet privacy and security and will not provide an effective solution to children …

US Government Networks Get a Security Boost: White House Roadmap Tackles Routing Vulnerabilities

The White House’s Roadmap to Enhancing Routing Security is an important step toward strengthening routing security in the United States …

Traceability in End-to-End Encrypted Environments

This brief explains how traceability impacts the security and privacy of end-to-end encrypted communications and highlights the technical flaws and …

NDSS Symposium 2025

The Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium is an annual symposium focused on the latest developments in network and …

Global Encryption Day 2024

Strong encryption keeps us safe online and even offline. Join people around the world to protect it and defeat proposals …

Image copyright:
© Sagar Biswas from Pixabay, © Wes Hardaker, © Nicolas Olivier, © Internet Society Chad Chapter, creative commons (two photos), © Flawless Events, © Wes Hardaker