Randy Marchany
Adjunct Professor,
Virginia Tech
Cybersecurity's Original Sin: Why Software Became a Public Safety Issue
Thursday, October 01, 2026 | 2:15PM–3:00PM MT
Session Type:
Breakout Session
Delivery Format:
Presentation
Why do software flaws identified decades ago still drive today's cyber incidents? This session explores the economic incentives behind persistent software insecurity and explains why higher education leaders should begin thinking about cybersecurity as a software safety, procurement and governance challenge—and not just a technical one.
Session presenter Randy Marchany is the recipient of the 2026 EDUCAUSE Organizational Culture Award.
Award sponsored by Moran Technology Consulting, Mission Partner.