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ALSO CALLED: Day-zero Threats, Zero Day Threats, Internet Threats, Security Breaches, Virus Threats, Day Zero Threats, Computer Security Threats, Network Security Threats, Threat Mitigation, Network-level Threats, Network Threats, Network Level Threats, Spyware Threats, Internet Security Threats, Application Security Threats, Threat Management, Software Security Threats, Information Security Threats, Threats, and Web Threats DEFINITION: Parameter tampering is a form of Web-based hacking event (called an attack) in which certain parameters in the Uniform Resource Locator (URL) or Web page form field data entered by a user are changed without that user's authorization. This points the browser to a link, page or site other than the one the user intends (although it may look exactly the same to the casual observer). Parameter tampering … Definition continues below.
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Webcast -- Staying Ahead of Cybercrime: The Importance of Web Application Security sponsored by IBM WEBCAST: This webcast discusses new and emerging network and application security attacks and ways organizations can protect themselves against Web application and network security threats. Posted: 03 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 03 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Network Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Web Application Security \| Web Applications Management

Webcast -- Malware: It’s Everywhere sponsored by IBM WEBCAST: Join IBM for a one-hour presentation which introduces a new technique that combines IBM Rational AppScan & ISS technologies that scan to identify unwanted, embedded malware. Posted: 03 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 03 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Application Development \| Application Security \| Internet Security \| Internet Security Software \| Malware \| Security Management \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

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 TOPICS: Data Governance \| Data Security \| Kiosks \| Malware \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

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 TOPICS: Data Governance \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Malware \| Remote Access Security \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

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 \| Premieres: 23 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Database Management \| Database Security \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

Podcast: WWW - World Wide Weaponization sponsored by ESET PODCAST: The growth of the internet brought about massively scalable distributed systems which have proved advantageous not only for governments, businesses and end-users, but also for criminals. In this webcast, review past, present, and future considerations regarding cybercrime, and discover next-generation methods of combating weaponized software. Posted: 23 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 23 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Government Information Security \| Internet Security \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

WWW - World Wide Weaponization sponsored by ESET WEBCAST: The growth of the internet has brought about massively scalable distributed systems which have proved advantageous not only for governments, businesses and end-users, but also for criminals. In this webcast, review past, present, and future considerations regarding cybercrime, and discover next-generation methods of combating weaponized software. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Government Information Security \| Internet Security \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

Podcast: The Changing Nature of Cybercrime: Attackers, Counter Measures and New Models for Defense-In-Depth sponsored by ESET PODCAST: The threat environment has changed drastically in recent years. Threats are more complicated and attackers are part of organized groups seeking profit rather than fame. In this podcast, Charles Kolodgy of IDC highlights how attackers have been successful, countermeasures in risk reduction, and a new model for defense-in-depth. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

The Changing Nature of Cybercrime: Attackers, Counter Measures and New Models for Defense-In-Depth sponsored by ESET WEBCAST: The threat environment has changed drastically in recent years. Threats are more complicated and attackers are part of organized groups seeking profit rather than fame. In this webcast, Charles Kolodgy of IDC highlights how attackers have been successful, countermeasures in risk reduction, and a new model for defense-in-depth. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

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 TOPICS: Data Security \| Desktop Management \| Managed Security Services \| Managed Security Services Providers \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security Management \| Security Threats

This Month in the Threat Webscape -- August 2009 sponsored by Websense, Inc. VIDEO: The Websense Security Labs Team provides a review of threats occurring during the month of August 2009. Highlighted is the massive DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack on Twitter, Google Blogger, LiveJournal, and Facebook centered around 1 person: Cyxymu, a pro-Georgia blogger who is an active critic of Moscow's politics. Posted: 08 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 08 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Information Security \| Malware \| Phishing \| Security \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security

Staying Ahead of the Threat Curve: Top Trends and Security Strategies for 2010 sponsored by netForensics WEBCAST: As security threats grow in sophistication, securing critical data is becoming more challenging. Your exposure is increased and attacks are difficult to spot. In this webcast, White House Cybersecurity Advisor Howard Schmidt discusses what lies ahead in 2010 and makes key recommendations for an optimal defense strategy. Posted: 29 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Information Security \| Malware \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Meeting Evolving Security Needs: Check Point Software Blade Architecture and Revolutionary IPS Software Blade sponsored by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. WEBCAST: Check Point has developed a revolutionary solution to address the increasingly complex security landscape. View this webinar to learn how Check Point software blade architecture can help your organization reduce cost while enhancing overall security. Posted: 29 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Gateways (Hardware) \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security Threats \| Software Architectures \| TCO

Reducing Compliance Risk in the Cloud sponsored by VeriSign, Inc VIDEO: When you outsource cloud computing, you are putting your data in the hands of a third party. In this video, Rena Mears of Deloitte & Touche LLP reviews how cloud computing is effecting data classification and security. She answers some of the toughest questions about service provider agreements, compliance, and what’s next for data management. Posted: 29 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Compliance Best Practices \| Data Classification \| Data Security \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats

PODCAST: Beyond the Checklist: Leveraging PCI DSS to Achieve High Performance IT Security and Risk Management sponsored by Skybox Security PODCAST: PCI DSS is an opportunity for security professionals to leverage compliance initiatives to improve security and risk management. The podcast illustrates how organizations must go beyond 'checklist' compliance to improve security and IT efficiency - through automation, prioritization, and focused attention on the most critical issues. Posted: 24 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 24 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Beyond the PCI ‘Check list’ – A Path to Achieve Higher Levels of IT Security and Compliance sponsored by Skybox Security WEBCAST: PCI DSS is an opportunity for security professionals to leverage compliance initiatives to improve security and risk management. The webcast illustrates how organizations must go beyond 'checklist' compliance to improve security and IT efficiency - through automation, prioritization, and focused attention on the most critical issues. Posted: 24 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 24 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Data breaches in the Retail Industry sponsored by McAfee, Inc. PODCAST: In this podcast, Gartner analyst Avivah Litan talks about the Heartland data breach in relation to current data security trends in the retail industry. Also, a discussion with Ernst & Young's Sagi Leizerov on data privacy in the retail industry reveals common trouble spots for retailers, including managing vendors and tracking customer purchases. Posted: 23 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 23 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Database Security \| Payment Card Industry \| Privacy Rights \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

Encryption and Data Protection: Practical Considerations sponsored by Information Security Magazine VIDEO: This videocast covers the practical considerations of encryption, including where to implement it and how to use it, and its role in organizational security and compliance goals. Posted: 18 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 18 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Content Management \| Hackers \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Countdown: Encryption 'gotchas' that hinder effective implementations sponsored by Information Security Magazine PODCAST: In this podcast, Adrian Lane will offer a countdown of the top five tips for ensuring a successful enterprise encryption implementation that thwarts attackers. Posted: 18 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 18 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Database Security \| Encryption Standards \| Enterprise \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

Strategies for Controlling Email Risks with Declining Budgets sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc. VIDEO: Proofpoint CEO Gary Steele discusses today's email security landscape, including trends related to inbound spam and virus, data loss prevention, email encryption, email archiving and how SaaS email security solutions can greatly reduce costs while improving security. Posted: 18 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 18 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Email Encryption \| Email Security \| Email Security Services \| Email Security Software \| Malware \| Security \| Security Threats

New Ponemon Study Reveals Disconnects in Building the Business Case for Data Protection sponsored by Ounce Labs, an IBM Company WEBCAST: In this webcast, newly released research reveals that C-level executives lack confidence in their organization's ability to safeguard sensitive data. This survey, conducted by Ponemon Institute and sponsored by Ounce Labs, an IBM Company, determines what senior executives think about the value proposition of corporate data protection efforts. Posted: 17 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 17 Sep 2009 TOPICS: CIOs \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats

Reduce Risk & Save Money with Tokenless Two-Factor Authentication sponsored by PhoneFactor, Inc. WEBCAST: Threats continue to increase in frequency and many industry regulations require two-factor authentication. However, security tokens and other forms of authentication are inconvenient for employees and expensive. View this webcast to discover how phone-based authentication differs from security tokens and other methods of authentication. Posted: 17 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 17 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Authentication \| Compliance Best Practices \| HIPAA \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Regulations \| Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 \| Security \| Security Threats \| Security Tokens

Top IT Security Threats: How to Protect Your Users from Increasingly Sophisticated Attacks sponsored by PhoneFactor, Inc. WEBCAST: This webcast explores the top security threats that users face, including phishing, malware, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Discover how out of band, two-factor authentication protects proprietary corporate and customer data. Also learn about a phone-based service that leverages an out-of-band phone call as a second factor of authentication. Posted: 17 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 17 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Authentication \| Authorization \| Malware \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats

When Good Applications Go Bad: Adding Application Control to your Toolbox sponsored by Fortinet, Inc. / Alternative Technology Group of Arrow ECS PODCAST: Application security threats have evolved in the last two years. The delivery method has changed and is now primarily Web-based. This makes unsuspecting users the prime target for hackers. Listen to this podcast to discover why now is the time to take advantage of your customers’ demand for robust application security. Posted: 17 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 17 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Application Server Hardware \| Application Server Software \| Application Service Providers \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| VARs

Podcast: Executive Roundtable - Optimizing Your Security Architecture sponsored by McAfee, Inc. PODCAST: Join McAfee CEO Dave DeWalt as he announces a major product release from McAfee. In this executive roundtable discussion, customer Qualcomm and partner HP discuss today's toughest security issues, including what keeps security pros up at night, and why new products must address the sophisticated nature of today’s attacks. Posted: 16 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 16 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Partnerships \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Architectures \| Security Management \| Security Spending \| Security Threats

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SECURITY THREATS DEFINITION (continued): … can be employed by hackers and identity thieves to surreptitiously obtain personal or business information about the user.Countermeasures specific to the prevention of parameter tampering involve the validation of all parameters to ensure that they conform to standards concerning minimum and maximum allowable length, allowable numeric range, allowable character sequences and patterns, whether or not the parameter is actually required to conduct the transaction in question, and whether or not null is allowed. Whitelisting (accepting only allowable input) is more effective than blacklisting (refusing …
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