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DEFINITION: A honey pot is a computer system on the Internet that is expressly set up to attract and "trap" people who attempt to penetrate other people's computer systems. (This includes the hacker, cracker, and script kiddy.) To set up a honey pot, it is recommended that you:Install the operating system without patches installed and using typical defaults and optionsMake sure that there is no data on the system … Definition continues below.
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Study commissioned by Webroot: Web Threats Expose Businesses to Data Loss sponsored by Webroot WHITE PAPER: Eight in 10 companies experienced web-borne attacks in 2012. Don't be part of the statistic! Read this research paper to learn about the current state of web layer security in organizations today and learn what you should do to stay protected. Posted: 06 May 2013 \| Published: 06 May 2013 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Data Security \| Gateways (Hardware) \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Phishing \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Threats \| Spyware

Advanced Identity Tracking for Social Networking Sites sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company WHITE PAPER: This resource details the methods used to assist social networking sites in identifying online predators and thwarting potentially serious attacks. View now to learn more! Posted: 22 Apr 2013 \| Published: 31 May 2012 TOPICS: Hackers \| Identity Management \| Internet Security \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Social Computing \| Social Networking \| Web Identities \| Web Site Monitoring \| Web Site Monitoring Software

The Trouble Heading for Your Business 2013 sponsored by Trend Micro WHITE PAPER: This resource details the current state of targeted attacks and explores why putting an effective defensive strategy in place is so critical. View now to uncover the effects of these potentially disastrous attacks and what you can do to stay protected. Posted: 16 Apr 2013 \| Published: 28 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Intellectual Property \| IP \| Malware \| Network Security \| Phishing \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Threats

Making the Unknown Known sponsored by Trend Micro WHITE PAPER: Advanced persistent threats (APTs) are stealthier and quieter than any other attack. To mitigate this potentially disastrous risk, the time to act is now. View this resource to get help protecting your organization. Posted: 16 Apr 2013 \| Published: 16 Apr 2013 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Malware \| Network Security \| Phishing \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

Advanced Identity Tracking for Social Networking Sites sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company WHITE PAPER: This resource details the methods used to assist social networking sites in identifying online predators and thwarting potentially serious attacks. View now to learn more! Posted: 11 Apr 2013 \| Published: 31 May 2012 TOPICS: Hackers \| Identity Management \| Internet Security \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Social Computing \| Social Networking \| Web Identities \| Web Site Monitoring \| Web Site Monitoring Software

Open Trusted Technology Provider Standard (O-TTPS) sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com WHITE PAPER: This standard is aimed at enhancing the integrity of commercial off the shelf ICT products and helping customers to manage sourcing risk. Posted: 10 Apr 2013 \| Published: 10 Apr 2013 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Government Agencies (non-U.S.) \| Government Agencies (U.S.) \| Government Information Security \| Governments \| Hackers \| Malware \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Standards \| Security Threats \| Standards \| Supply Chain Management \| Supply Chains \| Virus Protection

Protecting Intellectual Property in Email sponsored by McAfee, Inc. WHITE PAPER: One of the most prevalent paths of Intellectual Property loss or theft is the corporate email system, driving email security to be a top concern in the enterprise today. View this whitepaper to learn more about the concerns and solutions available for data loss prevention and email safety. Posted: 14 Feb 2013 \| Published: 31 Oct 2011 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Email \| Email Encryption \| Email Management \| Email Security \| Email Security Policies \| Hackers \| Intellectual Property \| Phishing \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Spam

Hacking Back in Self-Defense: Is It legal? Should It Be? sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: The risk of being hacked is one that all businesses face. There is only so much that defensive and preventative security measures can do to protect your business. But what if you could hack the hacker? This white paper presents a radical solution for protecting your network. Posted: 06 Dec 2011 \| Published: 06 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Malware \| Network Security \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies

10 Current Security Threats for Individuals sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: With the constant threat of malware and hackers, businesses and individuals alike have to start taking precautions to safeguard the security of their information. Access this resource to discover the top ten current security threats and how you can protect yourself from these threats. Posted: 21 Oct 2011 \| Published: 21 Oct 2011 TOPICS: Hackers \| Malware \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security

Security Log Analysis: Saving the World, One Company at a Time sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Having a security log monitoring process in place can help your organization detect intrusions before they happen or minimize the damage of attacks. Access this exclusive resource for 10 tips to an effective security monitoring process. Posted: 29 Sep 2011 \| Published: 29 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Database Security \| Hackers \| Network Security \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management

Evolving Security: 5 Reasons to Outsource Network Security Management in Today's Threat Environment sponsored by XO Communications WHITE PAPER: Discover five reasons why outsourcing your network security management can help you combat malware, hackers, and the evolving threat landscape. Posted: 03 May 2012 \| Published: 30 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Hackers \| Malware \| Network Security \| Outsourcing \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

The Evolving Threat Landscape sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This paper surveys emerging threats, profiles theirhighly organized perpetrators, and reviews some of the revolutionary technologies that make these attacks so persistent and effective. Posted: 02 Sep 2011 \| Published: 02 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Networking \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| SSL \| SSL VPN \| Virtualization Security \| VPN

IBM InfoSphere Guardium Data Sheet: Managing the Entire Database Security and Compliance Lifecycle sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: As hacker attacks become more and more frequent, a comprehensive security plan has become of critical importance. Inside this white paper, learn which security strategies are right for your company. Uncover information about an approach that offers real-time alerts, audit and reporting tools and much more. Posted: 02 Aug 2011 \| Published: 02 Aug 2011 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Database Security \| Fraud Protection \| Hackers \| Malware \| Security Management \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

The Next Generation of Cybercrime: How it's evolved, where it's going sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Cybercrime is continuously evolving and attacks occur everyday, costing businesses significant loss and money. In order develop a strong security strategy to reduce your risk of attacks, you must understand cybercrime. Read this executive brief to explore several generations of cybercriminals and the methods and motivations of their attacks. Posted: 19 May 2011 \| Published: 19 May 2011 TOPICS: Cyberterrorism \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Malware \| Risk Management \| Security Threats \| Worms

Why Hackers have turned to Malicious JavaScript Attacks sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Learn about the threat of malicious JavaScript attacks, and how they work. Understand how cybercriminals make money with these types of attacks and why IT managers should be vigilant. Posted: 13 Apr 2011 \| Published: 13 Apr 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| JavaScript \| Malware \| Security Threats

Malicious JavaScript Attacks: What Can You Do? sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: We’ll review what to watch for, as well as the security strategies that will help keep you safe. Posted: 12 Jan 2011 \| Published: 11 Jan 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| JavaScript \| Malware \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Services Security

Four Steps to Cure Your Patch Management Headache sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: The need to speed up patch deployment across today’s highly complex and distributed IT environment has never been more important. Read this free white paper and learn four steps to cure your patch management headache. Posted: 06 Jan 2011 \| Published: 06 Jan 2011 TOPICS: Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Malware \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Systems Maintenance \| Vulnerability Management

The Anatomy of a Cross-Site Scripting Campaign sponsored by Imperva WHITE PAPER: XSS attacks are not new. What makes this particular situation unique is the process the ADC used to uncover the attack. Read this paper to find out so much more about XSS attacks. Posted: 23 Aug 2010 \| Published: 23 Aug 2010 TOPICS: Cross-Site Scripting \| Hackers \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Malware Security Report: Protecting Your Business, Customers and Bottom Line sponsored by VeriSign Australia WHITE PAPER: This white paper will help you understand the threats from Malware and how it can impact your online business. You’ll learn about criminals’ motivations for distributing malware through the web and how they infect web servers to make distribution possible, as well as techniques administrators can use to detect them. Posted: 06 Aug 2010 \| Published: 06 Aug 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Malware \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Server Software

On Common Ground: Where Compliance and Data Protection Overlap sponsored by Tripwire, Inc. WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, we first explore the landscape in which CISOs now work—the new standards and regulations they face, increased attacks from hackers, and a more complex IT environment that includes virtualized infrastructure and outsourcing. Posted: 03 Aug 2010 \| Published: 03 Aug 2010 TOPICS: CISOs \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Infrastructure Management \| Infrastructure Services \| IT Infrastructure \| Payment Card Industry \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Regulations

The Industrialization of Hacking sponsored by Imperva WHITE PAPER: The industrialization of hacking coincides with a critical shift in what's considered today's prized commodity: data. Read this paper to find out more. Posted: 02 Jun 2010 \| Published: 02 Jun 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security \| Web Applications Management

Web Exploits: There’s an App for That sponsored by M86 Security WHITE PAPER: The main motivation driving the cybercrime industry is the possibility of monetary gain. Savvy, knowledgeable individuals with skills in developing Web applications and basic knowledge in hacking have filled a niche by creating exploit kits. Read this white paper to learn the basics about exploit kits, what they do, and why the bad guys use them. Posted: 27 May 2010 \| Published: 27 May 2010 TOPICS: Application Security \| Crime \| Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Web Application Security \| Web Applications Software \| Web Authoring Tools \| Web Development Tools

Top Tips to Securing your Business Reputation sponsored by AVG Technologies USA, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Reputation is everything in the world of a small business. It often takes years to establish a good reputation, but unfortunately it can take far less time lose one. Read this paper to learn tips that will help you keep your reputation secure. Posted: 28 Apr 2010 \| Published: 28 Apr 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Policies \| Social Networking

Security Threat Report: 2010 sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The first decade of the 21st century saw a dramatic change in the nature of cybercrime. Hackers have evolved from teenage boys spreading graffiti for kicks and notoriety to organized, financially motivated gangs. Read this white paper for a better understanding of the history of malware and learn to craft a better, safer future for internet users. Posted: 01 Apr 2010 \| Published: 02 Mar 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Identity Theft \| Information Security \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Social Engineering: Hacking People, Not Machines sponsored by AVG Technologies USA, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Hackers are often portrayed as technical geniuses plying their trade through the use of complex computer code. But gaining access to a computer can be as simple as fooling someone into a revealing a password. Read this paper to learn more about social engineering threats and how to defend against them. Posted: 31 Mar 2010 \| Published: 31 Mar 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Passwords \| Phishing \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Social Networking

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HACKERS DEFINITION (continued): … A honey pot is a computer system on the Internet that is expressly set up to attract and "trap" people who attempt to penetrate other people's computer systems. (This includes the hacker, cracker, and script kiddy.) To set up a honey pot, it is recommended that you:Install the operating system without patches installed and using typical defaults and optionsMake sure that there is no data on the system that cannot safely be destroyedAdd the application that is designed to record the activities of the invaderMaintaining a honey pot is said to require a considerable amount of attention and may offer as its highest value nothing more than a learning experience (that is, you may not catch any hackers).
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