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DEFINITION: Ransomware is a type of malware used for data kidnapping, an exploit in which the attacker encrypts the victim's data and demands payment for the decryption key. A ransomware program can be installed from an e-mail attachment, an infected program, or a compromised or malicious Web site. Data kidnapping is not new, but has in the past usually targeted businesses rather than individuals. Malware used  … 
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Inside the Cloud: Key Security Factors when Considering Managed Services
sponsored by AT&T Corp
VIDEO: This video offers an overview of the cloud computing landscape as it relates to information security. Few organizations realize the vast and inherent risks that cloud computing presents, including data exposure, data loss, and a compromised infrastructure. View this video for detailed risk factors and how to secure cloud based services.
Posted: 04 Dec 2009 | Premiered: 04 Dec 2009


Podcast: Cloud Computing Risk Factors
sponsored by AT&T Corp
PODCAST: In this audio excerpt from his video presentation "Inside the cloud: Key security factors when considering managed services,"Jeff Reich discusses a few of the key technical risk factors involved with cloud computing.
Posted: 04 Dec 2009 | Premiered: 04 Dec 2009


EMC: Adding Value to VMware Solutions
sponsored by EMC Corporation
WEBCAST: Join Chris Carrier, Director of Marketing at EMC, to learn about our industry-leading solutions and services, designed to help you optimize, extend, and accelerate your VMWare infrastructure. Whatever your company size, environment, or business challenge, EMC has the solution you need to address your most challenging virtualization demands.
Posted: 04 Dec 2009 | Premiered: 04 Dec 2009


Countdown: Top 5 Fastest Ways to Improve Database Security
sponsored by Guardium
PODCAST: In this podcast featuring expert Adrian Lane, learn how to improve database security quickly. Get tips on key points such as conducting a data inventory, developing a security plan, creating an audit trail and prioritizing risks.
Posted: 03 Dec 2009 | Premiered: 03 Dec 2009


The Enterprise Database Security Lifecycle: Configuration and Controls
sponsored by Guardium
VIDEO: This video provides clear and actionable steps to protect an enterprise database and the data that it stores. Featuring Adrian Lane and Rich Mogull, specific points of emphasis include preventative controls, detection controls, and a data security life-cycle overview.
Posted: 03 Dec 2009 | Premiered: 03 Dec 2009


Overcoming Barriers to SaaS Message Archiving Adoption
sponsored by Smarsh
WEBCAST: Watch this webcast to learn how to use Software as a Service tools to meet your archiving objectives. Discover the benefits of this archiving strategy, including low total cost of ownership and rapid deployment. Learn about the barriers to adoption of this method and how to reach your archiving objectives more quickly than on-premise archiving mod
Posted: 01 Dec 2009 | Premieres: 01 Dec 2009


Mainframe Storage Management: Lighten The Load & Enjoy Life
sponsored by BMC Software, Inc
WEBCAST: In depth knowledge of mainframe storage management sadly does not just pop into your head! And the supply of storage gurus is dwindling. But do not despair nor give up hope - there is a solution! Attend this informative webcast and learn how MAINVIEW SRM provides the knowledge to guide you in managing today’s explosion of data.
Posted: 30 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 30 Nov 2009


Security in the Channel: Hot Topics in 2009
sponsored by Sophos Inc.
PODCAST: Over the last year, the security space has seen a doubling in malicious code and a sharp increase in preventable data breaches. In this podcast, get details on some of the hottest security issues including Windows 7 security, the adoption of Sharepoint, and the security of social networking sites.
Posted: 25 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 25 Nov 2009


Anatomy of a Database Attack
sponsored by Imperva
WEBCAST: Corporate databases are in constant danger. Outside criminals can exploit web applications and employees with malicious intent present an even greater threat. This webcast traces the steps involved in breaking into a database and presents a reference architecture and checklist for implementing iron-clad database security measures.
Posted: 12 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 12 Nov 2009


Microsoft Business Productivity Online Suite: Highly Secure & Reliable Cloud Services
sponsored by Microsoft
VIDEO: Where can you find one complete and highly secure suite of productivity tools that all work together? With cloud services, you can deliver fully hosted online productivity tools for real-time communication and collaboration that are all designed to work together. The Microsoft Business Productivity Online Suite is one stop shopping in the cloud.
Posted: 11 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 11 Nov 2009


Healthcare solutions: Keeping your Data and Network Regulatory Compliant
sponsored by Dorado Software
WEBCAST: Learn how to expand your IT network and stay compliant. In this webcast see how you can improve network diagnostics, automate remediation, improve physician productivity and ER treatment times, streamline the HIPAA auditing process, boost clinician satisfaction, and much more -- all through one console.
Posted: 04 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 04 Nov 2009


Getting the most out of Windows 7 with enhanced security
sponsored by Sophos Inc.
WEBCAST: Attend this webcast to get insights into Windows 7 and find out how Sophos can help you extend protection against the increasingly complex malware threats; we can help you control your users’ environment, and most of all protect what you value.
Posted: 04 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 04 Nov 2009


DR in the Cloud Checklist
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
PODCAST: Tune into this podcast for a cloud computing disaster recovery (DR) checklist. Learn about various DR approaches for your cloud computing environment. Find out how to secure your data and how to get your DR objectives met by your cloud provider.
Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 02 Nov 2009


Maintaining DR Objectives in the Cloud
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
WEBCAST: In this webcast, learn how to ensure your disaster recover (DR) needs are met by your cloud provider. Gain insight into the differences between standard and cloud-based DR approaches and how to incorporate your exiting DR plans.
Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 02 Nov 2009


Coast-to-Coast Compliance: State Privacy Laws and Their Coming Impact on Your IBM i
sponsored by Patrick Townsend Security Solutions
WEBCAST: This webcast explores the legal and business penalties that organizations face when they do not comply with privacy laws. Discover which of these laws apply specifically to your enterprise, which personally identifiable information (PII) you need to protect and where to find the critical data hiding in your networks.
Posted: 30 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 30 Oct 2009


The Malware Report: Hotel Business Center PCs Strike Again
sponsored by ESET
PODCAST: Matt Grand talks with Randy Abrams about security issues with hotel business center computers. These are public computers and they often have insufficient security features. In this podcast, Randy shares some interesting things he’s found in hotel computers and gives some advice on using them safely.
Posted: 29 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 29 Oct 2009


The Malware Report: Radisson Hotels Exposed by Guest Data Breach
sponsored by ESET
PODCAST: Matt Grand talks with Randy Abrams about a data breach at Radison Hotels. Unfortunately, an unknown number of their guests' credit card numbers were exposed to malicious hackers. In this podcast, Randy dishes out some advice on how to prevent this sort of data breach and what to do in the event that it’s already happened.
Posted: 29 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 29 Oct 2009


Do You Have a Database Security Plan?
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WEBCAST: Most organizations have database discovery and maintenance plans, but surprisingly lack a database security plan. A piecemeal approach to securing the database is costly, inefficient, and creates gaps in protection and regulatory issues. View this webcast for tips from Forrester on how to design a comprehensive database security plan.
Posted: 23 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 23 Oct 2009


Evolving Threat Landscape: Business Risk Analysis Methodologies in a (More) Connected World
sponsored by ESET
WEBCAST: All organizations must face the realities of cyber security risks. Watch this webcast for an informative examination of cyber-risk, risk analysis, and risk mitigation options.
Posted: 22 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 22 Oct 2009


Panda Global Business Protection Video: The Day the Office Stood Still
sponsored by Panda Security
VIDEO: Panda Security delivers security as a service (SaaS) managed solutions while offering 24x7 local tech support. Watch this entertaining and informative animated video that explores some of today's most prevalent security threats and how Panda Security tackles them with ease.
Posted: 20 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 20 Oct 2009


Creating a Data Classification Procedure
sponsored by Red Hat
VIDEO: You know you have to protect your sensitive data, but in order to do that, you have to find it. Data classification consists of identifying what information is confidential, then deciding how to store and secure that information. In this video, Adrian Lane of Securosis gives insight into the data classification process.
Posted: 20 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 20 Oct 2009


Get More Virtual: Protecting Microsoft Applications with Dell and VMware vSphere 4
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WEBCAST: Watch this webcast to learn how to ensure application security and availability in your VMware environment. Discover how to provide quick recovery of applications and how to use automation for server application protection.
Posted: 20 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 20 Oct 2009


Key Considerations in Building an E-mail Archiving and Compliance Strategy - Webcast
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WEBCAST: In this webcast, learn how Brunel University solved their email management challenges of massive email growth, lengthy tape backups and long searches. Discover how to develop an email archiving strategy that automatically captures, preserves and manages all corporate emails for compliance regulations.
Posted: 14 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 14 Oct 2009


Tips to Manage Compliance and IT Risk, Improve Visibility and Reduce Operating Costs
sponsored by Lumension
WEBCAST: In today's highly regulated IT environment, organizations frequently overspend on compliance. The first step in becoming compliant is understanding your level of risk. In this webcast, get advice from the Aberdeen Group that aids your organizations in providing greater visibility, mitigating technical and operational risks, and reducing costs.
Posted: 14 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 14 Oct 2009


How to avoid encryption chaos: The art of key management
sponsored by PGP Corporation
WEBCAST: Review common frustrations that organisations experience when implementing and managing encryption technology. Nigel Stanley of Bloor Research reveals top tips for avoiding encryption chaos and references recent headlines to emphasize the need for encrypted data.
Posted: 09 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 09 Oct 2009

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DATA SECURITY DEFINITION (continued): …  for this purpose is sometimes called a cryptovirus, cryptotrojan or cryptoworm.In March 2006, ransomware known as Crypzip or Zippo circulated to private users on the Internet. Recipients of the Trojan horse program also received an e-mail demanding $300, to be paid by electronic transfer, for the key required to unlock all their files. Security firm LURHQ, who discovered the exploit, said it was based on a similar scam conducted 15 years ago. Ransomware is said to have originated in Russia, It and other cyberextortion methods, such as DoS extortion, are becoming more common around the world. … 
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