Application Security White Papers

WHITE PAPER: There are two primary methods for discovering Web application vulnerabilities: using manual penetration testing and code review or using automated scanning tools and static analysis. The purpose of this paper is to compare these two methods.

Posted: 09 Sep 2009 | Published: 01 Jan 2008

WHITE PAPER: Security managers may work for midsize or large organizations; they may operate from anywhere on the globe. But inevitably, they share a common goal: to better manage the risks associated with their business infrastructure. Increasingly, Web application security plays a significant role in achieving that goal. Read on to learn more.

Posted: 09 Sep 2009 | Published: 01 Sep 2008

WHITE PAPER: Learn how whitelisting guards your systems by allowing only approved processes and applications to run on the endpoint and preventing malware and viral programs. With whitelisting technology, you can improve total data security and overall system performance.

Posted: 12 Aug 2009 | Published: 01 Sep 2008

WHITE PAPER: Read this case study to see how the benefits of Quest® Software's vWorkspace helped SeatonCorp achieve lower cost, enhanced capabilities, higher reliability, easier management and easier end-user IT support.

Posted: 29 Jun 2009 | Published: 26 Jun 2009

WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how to protect web applications through application security assessment and penetration testing managed services (SaaS) that identify vulnerabilities and allow organizations to stay ahead of hackers.

Posted: 20 May 2009 | Published: 20 May 2009

WHITE PAPER: This paper provides answers to basic questions relating to the management of outsourced development and maintenance. What is the metrics approach to managing sub-contractors? What is the quality of the code expected to be that has been developed by the sub-contractor? Read on for the answers to these and other important considerations.

Posted: 13 Mar 2009 | Published: 13 Mar 2009

WHITE PAPER: This paper introduces coverage analysis as an important direction in the management of software testing. Specifically, this paper covers test assessment and improvement using McCabe IQ coverage analysis in the areas of functional testing, incremental testing, and unit level testing.

Posted: 13 Mar 2009 | Published: 13 Mar 2009

WHITE PAPER: This paper focuses on the role developers can play in solving Web application security issues, and it details how IBM Rational® AppScan® Developer Edition software can enable them to do so.

Posted: 06 Oct 2008 | Published: 04 Oct 2008

WHITE PAPER: For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the impacts of a disaster can result in loss of or lack of access to data, applications, and work facilities. This paper explains five key steps to consider when implementing a program for your company.

Posted: 25 Sep 2008 | Published: 25 Sep 2008

WHITE PAPER: This white paper details an integrated approach to security that can help your company address security threats while supporting compliance and protecting data, Internet-based systems, physical environments and applications.

Posted: 06 Dec 2007 | Published: 01 Apr 2007

WHITE PAPER: This white paper examines the current hacking landscape and details what you can do to prevent a security breach within your organization. Read this white paper today and learn about the pros and cons of various application security solutions.

Posted: 24 Oct 2007 | Published: 24 Oct 2007

WHITE PAPER: i5/OS may be famous for security, but it doesn't go far enough in protecting your data. Supplementing with third-party Transaction security is popular, but cumbersome. Find out why Object-based security provides a better way in this...

Posted: 10 Sep 2007 | Published: 01 May 2007

WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the magnitude and types of software piracy threats and details the seven key application security factors that must be considered during the development process.

Posted: 08 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 Jun 2007