Written question asked by Lord Harris of Haringey (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 March 2004. It was answered by Baroness Scotland of Asthal (Labour) on Tuesday, 9 March 2004.

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Scotland of Asthal, Baroness

Question

What is the national capability to (a) quickly detect a systematic attack on the computers and networks of the critical national infrastructure; (b) assess the manner and magnitude of such an attack; and (c) alert those responsible to the need for protection against the attack and what action to take. [HL 1539].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1539; 658 c157WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Cybersecurity