Why I Signed: An Open Letter to Congress on the National Vulnerability Database

On April 12th, 2024, 55 security researchers and practitioners signed an open letter to the U.S. Congress and Secretary of Commerce. The letter urges significant actions to address operational and transparency issues at the National Vulnerability Database (NVD).

It calls for immediate restoration of NVD operations, the creation of a transparent plan to tackle backlogs, and improved communication about the NVD’s ongoing issues noted since early 2024. Additionally, the letter demands sustained funding and independence for the NVD to shield …

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