[comp.virus] Request for information - Robert Morris Internet worm

gallo@cs.albany.edu (Andrew Gallo) (03/30/91)

	I am writing a paper to analyze the effects of the Robert T.
Morris Internet worm of 1988.  I am collecting information and
opinions from system managers on the following topics:

	o  What effect did the attack have on your computer system.  How long
		was your system effected?  What was the estimated damage in
		dollars?

	o  How was the worm removed from your system?  How was information
		about the "cure" shared within the network community?

	o  What effect, if any, did the attack have on your perception of
		computer security?  What measures have you taken to prevent
		further attacks?

	o  Robert Morris was convicted and ordered to pay $10,000 and serve
		400 hours of community service.  Was this ruling fair?  What
		effect has this ruling had on deterring further computer
		crimes?

	Any and all information you can offer is appreciated.
	Please respond via email to gallo@cs.albany.edu.
	Thank you.

					Andy Gallo