CVE Funding Fiasco: Europe’s Bug-Tracking Independence or Just Another Splinter?
The splintering of the global system for identifying security bugs is upon us, as the EU rolls out its own European Union Vulnerability Database (EUVD) amidst uncertainties surrounding the US’s CVE program. It’s like the imperial vs. metric debate but with more bugs and fewer rulers.
Hot Take:
Who knew that vulnerability databases could be as dramatic as a soap opera? The CVE program just got a lifeline from the US government, while the EU is busy crafting its own vulnerability Avengers team. Who will win? Stay tuned to find out if it’s CVE, EUVD, or perhaps a mysterious new player who will take the crown as the ultimate bug tracker!
Key Points:
- The US government nearly pulled the plug on funding for the CVE program but extended support for 11 more months.
- The EU has created its own vulnerability database, EUVD, as a potential alternative to the CVE program.
- Concerns arise over dependence on the US government for funding and the potential political implications.
- There’s a risk of fragmentation with multiple vulnerability databases emerging globally.
- Standardization in naming vulnerabilities is crucial to avoid confusion and ensure consistency in cybersecurity.
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