Executives complain about software vulnerability

Chief executives from some of the largest U.S. companies are criticizing the technology industry in a lobbying campaign, accusing them of selling software vulnerable to hackers and too difficult for consumers to use safely.

The complaints by the Business Roundtable, a trade group for executives of 150 of America's largest corporations, reflect exasperation by companies over the expense and hassle of keeping their computer networks safe for consumers. The group cites estimates from the nation's banks and savings institutions that attacks by viruses and worms cost that industry more than $1 billion a year.

In its campaign starting Wednesday, the Business Roundtable urges technology companies to improve software design, make software products easier to manage and continue to offer support for products after updated versions are on the market. The group also acknowledges that executives and corporate directors should be involved in making companies' networks more secure.

"Up until now, the IT suppliers have deflected criticism and redirected criticism to end users," said Marian Hopkins, director of the group's security task force. "It's time that IT suppliers and manufacturers stepped up to the plate."

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