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ALSO CALLED: Malicious Threats, Malicious Computer Code, Malicious Logic, Joke Programs, Blended Threats, Malicious Software, Malicious Code, and Mobile Malware
DEFINITION: Polymorphic malware is harmful, destructive or intrusive computer software such as a virus, worm, Trojan or spyware that constantly changes ("morphs"), making it difficult to detect with anti-malware programs. Evolution of the malicious
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The Alarming Shift in Cybercrime: How Organized Attacks Now Target Your Wallet
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This paper will examine the shift in the nature of cybercrimes, how the thieves target their victims, and what can be done to prevent them.
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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They Can't Steal What You Don't Have: Smart Security Choices for Mobile Workers
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Laptops are an essential tool for many mobile workers, but they can also pose a significant security threat for organizations due to the confidential information often housed on them. Citrix Online recently conducted a comprehensive survey on the s...
Posted: 03 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jul 2008
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Unauthorized Applications: Taking Back Control
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This paper explains why it is important for businesses to control unauthorized applications such as instant Messaging, VoIP, games and peer-to-peer file-sharing and how malware protection is the simplest and most cost-effective solution.
Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007
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Assessing Endpoint Security Solutions: Why Detection Rates Aren't Enough
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This paper highlights the pitfalls of simply looking at virus detection rates and investigates the effect of the rapidly developing IT environment and fast-moving threat landscape on assessment criteria.
Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Mar 2008
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Server virtualization: Threats and countermeasures
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In this webcast, we'll take you behind the scenes in virtualization security research so you can see what challenges the next several years will bring.
Posted: 12 Jun 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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Expert Tips for a Successful IDS & IPS Deployment
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The impact of a breach can be devastating for a financial institution. Taking both a pro-active and reactive approach to protecting your network and data is a must. Check out this E-Guide for expert tips on how deploying IDS/IPS can protect your network.
Posted: 09 Jun 2008 | Published: 07 Jun 2008
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Enforcing Least Privilege With BeyondTrust Privilege Manager
| sponsored by BeyondTrust Corporation
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BeyondTrust Privilege Manager was the first product to enable the security best practice of Least Privilege in Windows environments by allowing administrators to assign end users permissions to required or selected applications.
Posted: 20 May 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
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Applying the Principle of Least Privilege across the Enterprise: Locking Down Desktops by Removing Local Administrator
| sponsored by BeyondTrust Corporation
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Implementing Least Privilege will protect against zero-day exploits, prevent malicious use, and increase compliance. However, when removing administrator rights companies must ensure that users can still effectively do their jobs.
Posted: 20 May 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2006
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The Online Shadow Economy: A Billion Dollar Market for Malware Authors
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This white paper takes a look at the billion dollar shadow internet economy and discusses the impact that malware, Trojans, spyware and viruses can have on your organization.
Posted: 16 May 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
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Improved Threat Monitoring in a Highly Distributed Enterprise Network
| sponsored by Q1 Labs
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Securing large enterprise networks requires a more advanced approach for dealing with today's complex threats than point solutions can offer. Companies now require more comprehensive solutions to protect their resources.
Posted: 14 May 2008 | Premiered: Available On Demand
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MALWARE DEFINITION (continued): … code can occur in a variety of ways such as filename changes, compression and encryption with variable keys. Although the appearance of the code in polymorphic malware varies with each "mutation," the essential function usually remains the same. For example, a spyware program intended to act as a keylogger will continue to perform that function even though its signature changes. If the malicious program is …
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