Modern network intrusion detection systems rely on machine learning techniques to detect traffic anomalies and thus intruders. However, the ability to learn the network behaviour in real-time comes at a cost: malicious software can interfere with the learning process, and teach the intrusion detection system to accept dangerous traffic.The recently published article presents an intrusion detection system (IDS) that is able to detect common network attacks including but not limited to, denial-of-service, bot nets, intrusions, and network scans.With the help of the proposed example IDS, it is shown to what extent the training attack, and more sophisticated variants of it, have an impact on machine-learning based detection schemes. The analysis is then used to design an intrusion detection system that is resilient to such kind of attacks.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) affects all organisations that process personal data (PII) of citizens of the European Union and will apply from May 27, 2018. It imposes on every organisation, big or small, as well as on both PII controllers who collect data and those who process the data, called PII processors, the setting up of adequate protection and compliance with the regulation and to prove, in the case of a complaint or violation, conformity with the requirements and the stated principles of protection. This can be achieved with a well-defined management system and proper documentation. Depending on the risks associated with the processing, it also imposes the appointment of a Data Protection Officer (DPO), a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and the formal justification that sufficient measures have been taken to reduce the risk of disclosure, manipulation, or loss of data. These requirements are accompanied by the announcement of extremely severe, proportional but dissuasive, administrative penalties. This presentation explains the requirements on SMEs and gives guidance on how to address them.Presented by Dr. Carlo Harpes for Jonk Handwierk at LaLux Auditorium in Leudelange.

On 21st of June 2017, itrust consulting marked its 10th anniversary with a memorable celebration in LaLux Auditorium in Leudelange.Together with our partners and customers, we enjoyed the first part of the event – conference with the notable key note speakersMrs Viviane Reding, Member of the European Parliament, Professor Bart Preneel, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven and Mrs Larissa Best,co-founder of the think-tank Équilibre.The last speech was delivered by Mr Carlo Harpes, CEO of itrust consulting, who gave an interesting overview on the development path of itrust consulting, past and future challenges and the upcoming plans lying ahead.The conference was accompanied by entertainment pauses delivered by the excellent performance of PHP Quartett musicians.During the second part of the event, we enjoyed a walking gourmet dinner during which we exchanged ideas through conversations and networking.We would like to thank all participants for contributing to the great atmosphere and for allowing us to share this moment with you!