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- Defending Windows Networks
- Instantly save $500 off the standard course price when you register on TechRepublic or ZDNet! Offer ends April 30, 2008.View Available Dates and LocationsIn this advanced security course, you will learn how to protect a Windows Server Network from security threats. Get an introduction to the concepts and...
- Tags: Security Threat, Schaumburg, Washington, Network, Microsoft Windows Server, New York, Atlanta, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Servers, Security, Software, Hardware
- Training 2008-04-01
- Symantec Security Information Manager(SSIM): A Technology Overview
- Symantec Security Information Manager SSIM enables IT organizations to identify, prioritize, investigate, and respond to security threats that impact mission-critical business applications. It serves as a log consolidation system for identity management monitoring, compliance, and forensics requirements. Realtime correlation of network and host security breaches with Symantec's trusted global security...
- Tags: Security Threat, Symantec Corp., Symantec Security Information Manager, Security
- White papers 2007-08-21
- Innovation for Security Defense: A Unified Strategy for Enterprise Security
- Emerging security threats require innovative technologies and services that enable organizations to be more proactive and get ahead of the threats. Familiar antivirus and firewall solutions are no longer sufficient because every new software iteration introduces new vulnerabilities and malware authors make a concerted effort to exploit user weaknesses. Consequently,...
- Tags: Security Threat, Innovation, Enterprise Security, IBM Corp., Security, Firewalls, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Strategy, Viruses And Worms, Networking, Management
- Webcasts 2007-07-01
- Statistical Analysis of Internet Security Threats
- The purpose of this paper is to analyze the statistics surrounding the most common security threats faced by Internet users. There is an estimated 1.1 billion Internet users worldwide, therefore it is important to know what security threats the computer may be vulnerable to while using the Internet. Threats discussed...
- Tags: Security Threat, Statistical Analysis, Threat, Internet Security, Internet, Security, Viruses And Worms
- White papers 2007-04-02
- Be on the lookout for these security threats in 2007
- As the end of 2006 rapidly approaches, it's time to start thinking about what new security threats a new year will bring. In this edition of the IT Locksmith, John McCormick offers his take on 2007's biggest security worries. 2006 is waning, and it's time to gear up for...
- Tags: John McCormick, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, security threat, security, phishing, spam, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Information Technology, Threat, Identity Theft, Spam And Phishing
- Technical articles 2006-12-04
- TechRepublic's Portable Storage Policy
- Portable storage devices--including flash memory-based "thumb" drives, portable audio players (such as Apple Corp.'s iPod) and external hard drives--present numerous and significant security threats. As such, this Portable Storage Policy ensures organization data and systems are protected as required by legal and industry regulations.The Portable Storage Policy exists to ensure...
- Tags: industry, risk, Apple Computer Inc., Apple iPod, duplication, regulation, security risk, security threat, audio player, computer, flash memory, hard drive, portable audio, portable audio player, storage, storage device, Portable Storage Policy, risk assessment, security, virus, spreadsheet
- Download resources 2006-08-01
- Live Boot Operating Systems Going Mainstream?
- Live Boot Operating Systems Going Mainstream?The future of desktop computing will be one where an OS boots from a DVD into Ramdisk in order to Hack Proof the critical OS and Application files. Virus authors therefore must target the users personal data but can never corrupt the Core Systems. This...
- Tags: operating system, virus, client, security threat, ramdisk, live boot, dvd boot, handsonfontana@..., windows, DVD
- Discussion threads 2006-05-17
- What's the next security threat?
- Cybercrime increases in volume and sophisticationGone are the days of simple worms and viruses. Now botnets and phishing dominate malicious software--and new twists are on the way. Cybercriminals are coming up with more-sophisticated attacks that use different software tricks and are finding new targets, such as cell phones.What do you...
- Tags: Phishing, SECURITY, Cyberthreats, VOIP, Viruses and worms, security threat
- Discussion threads 2006-04-18
- IDC: Securing Enterprise Environments against Spyware: Benefits of Best-of-Breed Security
- Spyware is a growing security threat facing corporations--large, medium, AND small--today. In fact, this research paper from IDC now ranks spyware as the fastest growing security threat to network security, well ahead of spam and even cyber-terrorism. Download it today, courtesy of Webroot Software.
- Tags: Security Threat, Environment, Webroot Software Inc., Benefit, International Data Corp., Spyware, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Security, Viruses And Worms
- White papers 2005-11-01
- Help users recognize and defend home networks against spam, spyware, scams, pop-ups and cookies
- In addition to viruses and worms, users must protect their home networks from a host of annoying and potentially dangerous program, such spam, spyware, Internet and e-mail scams, pop-ups, and cookies. This sample chapter, taken from Cisco Press' Home Networking Simplified, focuses on spam, cookies, spyware, and scams-what they are,...
- Tags: home network, Cisco Press, security threat, virus, worm, network, IT professional, home networking, spyware, security, vulnerability, Cisco Systems Inc., spam
- Download resources 2005-08-18
- TPG Podcast: Vista, Virtual Earth, and Malicious Blogs
- In TechProGuild's latest podcast, Michael Jackman explores the Microsoft's new name for Longhorn, their new mapping site, as well as a new security threat you need to be aware of.
- Tags: Podcasts, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), podcast, security threat, Microsoft Longhorn, Microsoft Windows Vista, blog, security, Microsoft Corp.
- Download resources 2005-08-01
- Secure virtual private networks (VPNs) via IPSec, Cisco AVVID, and Cisco SAFE security blueprint
- This sample chapter, taken from Cisco Press' CCSP Self-Study: Cisco Secure Virtual Private Networks CSVPN, 2nd Edition, provides a detailed technical overview of Virtual Private Network VPN technologies and outlines multiple ways to secure your VPN using IPSec, Cisco's AVVID program and the Cisco SAFE security blueprint. The chapter gives...
- Tags: blueprint, Cisco AVVID, Cisco Systems Inc., IPSec, network security, Secure VPN, security, security threat, VPN
- Download resources 2005-07-14
- Check out this roundup of recent security threats
- No single major security threat has emerged recently, so John McCormick's taking the opportunity to concentrate on a hodgepodge of various important threats. Get the details on the latest security threats out there, including troubles with Netscape 8, a new form of online extortion, and more. Thanks to no...
- Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Netscape Communications Corp., Microsoft Internet Explorer, John McCormick, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Mac OS, Web browsers, Operating systems, security, Apple Inc., Netscape 8, vulnerability, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Security Threat, Open Source, Problem, Internet, Software
- Technical articles 2005-05-27
- TechRepublic Solutions: Don't overlook this easy-to-miss security threat
- The biggest danger to your IT operation might not be unpatched flaws, worms, viruses, or weak firewalls—it could be someone you know by name.Think about it. Who knows better how to penetrate your system—a hacker or a disgruntled employee down the hall who already has access? It's crucial to look...
- Tags: Michelle Hamilton, security, security threat
- Technical articles 2003-08-19
- A multilayered strategy helps neutralize internal security threats
- The biggest security threat in an organization is internal. Experts in the field suggest you protect yourself by layering components in a full security strategy that includes technologies, policies, procedures, and practices.How should IT managers go about safeguarding their network from internal security threats? IT security authority Jack McCullough, coauthor...
- Tags: strategy, Brian Hook, Jack McCullough, security, security threat
- Technical articles 2002-07-01
- Lock IT Down: Are you under a denial of service attack?
- Analyze whether your network is under a denial of service attackIn an earlier article, I discussed the fundamentals of datagram fragmentation and explained how it can affect the speed of your network. I also mentioned the vulnerabilities all networks have to malicious fragments. In this article, I will go more...
- Tags: Firewalls, SECURITY, NETWORKING, John McCormick, Tcpdump, fragment, denial of service, firewall, network, datagram
- Technical articles 2000-11-30
- Case Study - Rogers AT&T Wireless
- Rogers AT&T Wireless is Canada's leading national wireless telecommunications service provider. In 2001 Rogers AT&T Wireless was just completing the build-out of its GPRS/GSM wireless telephony infrastructure, a network that provides not only traditional voice functionality but also offers full Internet access, and recognised the inherent security threats that existed...
- Tags: Security Threat, Telephony, AT&T Wireless, Telecom & Utilities, VOIP, Wi-Fi, Telecommunications, Wireless, Security, Networking
- Case studies
- Customs Service Improves Reporting With Simplified, Integrated Antivirus Solution
- The Australian Customs Service Customs is a government agency that employs high-tech methods to protect Australia's borders from illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and other security threats. To support its efforts, the organization uses a comprehensive IT infrastructure to manage thousands of computers and mobile devices. In early 2007, Customs began...
- Tags: Security Threat, Agency, Antivirus, Microsoft Corp., Customs Service, Security
- Case studies
- Assess Your Business's Unique Security Risks and How to Mitigate Them
- Today, your company faces increasing security threats from hackers and data thieves. And, the legal and regulatory consequences of a security breach are more serious than ever before. Now, as a business owner or manager, you can prioritize your most critical security challenges using the Cisco Security Assessment...
- Tags: tool, security threat, security, compliance, Cisco Systems Inc., access control
- Presentations
- A Proactive Data Security Framework for Mission-Critical Sensor Networks
- The resource-constrained sensors in mission-critical applications are subject to both random failures and intentional compromise by the adversary, which poses severe security threats in Wireless Sensor Networks WSNs. The different types of security threats have been identified and addressed in an individual manner in the past. And most solutions are...
- Tags: Security Threat, Network, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Sensor, Cryptography, Data Security, Digital Security, Security, Networking
- White papers 2006-08-15
