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Computing Security March/April 2010
Businesses and government agencies know that they have a legal and moral duty to protect sensitive and personal data whilst it is in transit. The Web Security Service from WEBROOT Software as a Service (SaaS) is catching on, but it isn't a universal no-brainer. Security Class The security class series in association with guidance software discusses prioritisation of security alerts SECURACCESS 5.3 FROM SECURENVOY SMS is proving to be a very popular facilitator for two-factor authentication and SecurEnvoy is something of an expert in this area. The Network Computing Masterclass series… … Going beyond technology and product. This network management masterclass series is in Association with Cryptocard. In this edition jason Hart, CISSP CISM of Cryptocard asks if SSL VNP is really Secure Computing Security May/June 2009
The current rafts of regulatory compliance guidelines for email archiving are equally as applicable to SMBs as they are to the Enterprise. Devicelock 6.4 From Devicelock Inc. Protecting corporate data against internal security threats is now a major concern for network administrators. Security Class THE SECURITY CLASS SERIES IN ASSOCIATION WITH WATCHGUARD TECHNOLOGIES EXPLORES THE NEED FOR UTM TO EVOLVE. XTM - WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO WE NEED IT? Security Insider... ...FEATURING COLIN MOORE, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF MOORE SECURE IT COMPUTING SECURITY'S REGULAR LOOK AT LEADERS IN THE SECURITY INDUSTRY; WHAT THEY THINK, WHO THEY ARE, AND WHATEVER ELSE THE EDITOR CAN GET THEM TO DISCUSS! Computing Security September/October 2009
THE LATEST COMPANY, PROJECT AND PEOPLE NEWS Dsrazor For Windows 4.4 From Altman Technologies Active Directory may be an integral part of today's business network infrastructure, but it must be managed effectively and consistently to ensure compliance with data protection regulations. There are plenty of tools available, but many entail a steep learning curve and require specialist skills. The Zombies March STUART HODKINSON OF COURION SAYS THAT ACCESS RIGHTS MUST BE TIGHTLY MANAGED AND STRICTLY CONTROLLED Keeping It Real SOME MAY THINK VIRTUALISATION IS A BLACK ART, BUT CHECKPOINT'S NICK LOWE ASSERTS THAT WE ALREADY UNDERSTAND THE SECURITY CHALLENGES OF VIRTUALISED MACHINES - SO THERE'S NO EXCUSE Security Class THE SECURITY CLASS SERIES IN ASSOCIATION WITH GUIDANCE SOFTWARE EXPLORES THE THREAT LIFECYCLE Computing Security November/December 2009
… Going Beyond Technology And Product. This Network Management Masterclass Series Is In Association With CRYPTOCARD. In This Edition JASON HART CISSP CISM OF CRYPTOCARD Examines Federated Identity Computing Security September/October 2008
Welcome to this first Security Matters page written by Ian Kilpatrick, chairman of international security VAD Wick Hill Group Organised Crime Targets E-Economy Organisations are increasingly worried that mobile working will get beyond their control and cause problems both inside and outside the gateway, resulting in data loss and introducing malware. Brian Wall reports Punching Above Their Weight Unified threat management systems (UTMs) can bring a whole new level of security and benefits to businesses - from smaller companies right through to enterprises DeviceLock 6.3 from DeviceLock Inc. It's a well publicised fact that many of the biggest threats to the security of corporate data lie within the network perimeter. SkyRecon StormShield 5.0 The concept of endpoint security may have been with us for years, but it has many different interpretations, depending on which vendor you talk to. CRYPTO-MAS managed service As companies fight to secure their data from unwanted intrusion, they are now expecting their staff to remember an ever increasing number of username and password combinations. In light of this, it's hardly surprising that support departments are spending more and more of their time resetting forgotten passwords. Computing Security March/April 2007
Peter Woollacott explains why misuse, abuse and fraud now constitutes a major compliance issue Protecting productivity Kees Vos, global portfolio director at AT&T, looks at how taking care of security and business continuity can help maintain productivity Remotely risky? Angus Peacey of Pipex Business Services argues that organisations need not accept increased risk for improved remote access The burden of proof The case for complying with corporate governance and compliance regulations Banks Get Tough… ...on Internet Security Keyloggers - the changing threat Not content to stand still, those set on stealing your assets are changing their approach. Sacha Chahrvin of SmartLine explains… Stepping up airport security Finjan delivers top-flight web security to Munich Airport Is your network spooked? Alex Raistrick of ConSentry Networks explains how best to exorcise your network from high-risk unwanted guests A safer world for your business Computing security is a subject that is on people's lips much of the time. At least it is for those entrusted with making sure their organisations stay safe. Analysing access Roaming international analysts switch on to Netilla for secure global remote access Tackling the evolving malware threat Finjan has published the latest findings from its Malicious Code Research Center (MCRC). IBM secures remote network segments IBM is to extend its Internet Security Systems (ISS) intrusion prevention technology to remote segments of the network by adding a new, lower-cost product to the IBM Proventia Network Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) family. Gatekeeper roars into lion’s den Yoggie Security Systems has been selected to participate in the Lion's Den at Infosecurity 2007. Dedicated smb programme from rsa RSA has launched its small to medium business (SMB) programme, with the introduction of the RSA SecurID Appliance 100. Smt networks switches to bitdefender SMT Network Solutions has made the decision to move its anti-virus client base - some 200 businesses - over to BitDefender, following a major review of the desktop solution supplied to support its Efinity servers. Maxxing out your security policy SecureWave says that the recent high-profile security breach at TK Maxx, in which 45.7 million credit card details were hacked, demonstrates the critical need to use policy-enforcement software that blocks malicious software from running on corporate servers. A sweet deal for your password! A survey by Infosecurity Europe of 300 office workers and IT professionals has found that 64% were prepared to give their passwords in exchange for a bar of chocolate and a smile. New firebox x core from watchguard WatchGuard Technologies has announced its new generation of Firebox X Core and Peak security appliances for mid-sized businesses, with the major release of Fireware 9.0. Computing Security September/October 2007
It has been estimated that around 50 million USB flash drives were sold in 2006 alone. Incendiary Devices Research from Check Point Software Technologies shows that almost half of employees would take useful information and data with them to their next job Computing Security November/December 2007
With the details of some 25 million child benefit recipients still 'out there' somewhere - thanks to the HMRC's gross incompetence - the Department for Work and Pensions has now admitted that an ex-contractor has been in possession of two discs containing thousands of benefit claimants' details for more than a year. Can we trust the government with our precious, personal data any more? Editor Bran Wall reports HMRC: A Disaster Waiting To Happen - Again As the whole nation must know by now, the HM Revenue and Customs, in its lack of wisdom, sent two discs containing the entire child benefit database, unregistered and unencrypted, to the National Audit Office by courier in October - Shoring Up Your Defences Vulnerabilities in commercial software, coupled with tackling potential weak spots in associated custom applications, is a major challenge for any organisation Sourcefire 3D System Point solutions for network security are often a better bet than all-in-one products as, by focusing on specific areas, they are generally far more sophisticated. SecurEnvoy SecurAccess 4.1 Two-factor authentication has been a key component of IT security strategies for many years, but the methods available to implement it vary considerably in cost and complexity. Shutting Out The Intruders An intrusion detection system, when properly configured, is a highly valuable tool for proactively monitoring and protecting your network from malicious activity, thus playing a vital part in keeping out would-be intruders New Minder for Mobile Devices Condico has launched a new Mobile Device Management (MDM) service that helps IT departments to manage the growing number of mobile devices used within their organisations. Fraud guru is ‘catch’ of conference ExCeL London recently played host to the annual RSA Conference Europe, a leading information security conference. Security Attacks Traced to China Finjan has conducted a study that was prompted by the increased volume of Trojan attacks originating from China, which reveals how users PCs are being infected by Trojans distributed from the country. Lots of Latitude for Expansion SecurStore is providing Latitude Group with its online backup and recovery services for all of its UK offices and data centres. KDDI Europe Partners with Secerno Secerno and KDDI Europe have partnered to provide Secerno's database security and compliance expertise to KDDI Europe customers. |