Digital Signatures Security and Controls

In the electronic communication environment it is essential to be able to establish that the signatory of a message is indeed its originator. This detailed publication on the security and control issues of digital signatures addresses all of the vital components which are relevant to the IT audit and control community. Written by experts in cryptography to explain what digital signatures are, how they work, and unresolved issues in their use. Includes audit programs. The Information Systems Audit and Control Foundation (ISACF ™ ) was created in 1976 to undertake large-scale research efforts to expand the knowledge and value of the IT governance and control field. The role of the ISACF is to evaluate the latest guidelines for implementation of emerging technologies and their applications. The Foundation continuously searches for groundbreaking ways to capitalize on those advances to achieve competitive advantage. Information Systems Audit and Control Association ® The Information Systems Audit and Control Association is a leading global professional organisation representing individuals in more than 100 countries and comprising all levels of information technology - executive, senior management, middle management and practitioner. The Association is uniquely positioned to fulfill the role of a central, harmonising source of IT control practice standards for the world over. Its strategic alliances with other groups in the financial, accounting, auditing and IT professions are ensuring an unparalleled level of integration and commitment by business process owners. The vision of the Foundation and Association is to be the recognized global leader in IT governance, control and assurance.