Hackers Test California Voting Machines (broadcast Friday, August 3rd, 2007)

Researchers in California were asked by state officials to try to hack into several different types of electronic voting devices certified for use in California. We'll talk with the leader of the electronic 'red team' hacking effort about what the team found. Teachers, find more information about using Science Friday as a classroom resource in the Kids' Connection.

Guests

Matt Bishop
Co-director, Computer Security Laboratory
Professor, Department of Computer Science
University of California, Davis
Davis, California

Related Links

• California Secretary of State - Voting Systems Review
• Review Finds Potential Flaws in Voting Systems

Segment produced by:Charles Bergquist

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