UF Uppsala

Digitalization – effect and threats upon society’s security

The cyberattacks that hit Coop, Kalix Kommun and TietoEvry brought cyber-security into the public consciousness, but what significance do they really have for societal development? Microsoft was instrumental in mapping out the actors, their origin – and by whom they were sponsored. This lecture will delve into the effect of digitization, what threats it has brought upon society and how it is connected to geopolitical events. Cybersecurity is not just a topic for techies, it affects everyone. April 3 17:30-18:45 Hörsal 2 – Ekonomikum Sandra Barouta Elvin is the National Security Director for Microsoft with responsibility for security issues and security policy issues. She has over 20 years of experience working with IT and information security, strategically and operationally in both the public and private sector.