BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY) has opened up a new center to enhance the security of its application. This Center for High Assurance Computing Excellence is known as CHASE.
The new center is another leap forward by the Research and Development (R&D) department of the company. With CHASE, BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY) seeks to drive change and innovation in the field of computer security. The ever increasing connected devices are a playground for attackers. These devices are vulnerable to cyber threats. The threats to cyber security are increasing exponentially. Thus, computer companies need to step up their efforts to provide better security for their mobile and computer devices.
The old approach of taking measures after the attack will no longer be useful. The companies need to take a proactive approach to cyber security.
BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY) has taken timely initiative by dedicating its effort for enhancing computer security. The company has established quite a reputation in wireless communication. Recently, the United States Navy recommended the use of BlackBerry 10 platform and even called for white papers to develop relevant security applications.
The company has received ISO 26262 certification that has awarded it the highest level of Automotive Safety Integrity. Its devices have received approval as life-critical medical devices in the past. However, this impressive profile is not going to stop cyber attackers.
The new initiative CHASE aims to develop new tools and better techniques to deliver superior security protection that is not available in the current market. This new department will focus on application of high assurance security research to real world products. David Kleidermacher, Chief Security Officer at BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY) said that the company wants to build systems that are devoid of security flaws. Academic institutes, healthcare companies and industries have participated in this initiative. A number of organizations have expressed support for the project.
If the research is achieved as promised, BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY) might prove to be a top contender in the field of cyber security.
