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Jun 19, 2013

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ALSO CALLED: Device Security Policies, Information Security Policies, Remote Access Policies, Policy Management DEFINITION: In business, a security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect the company's physical andinformation technology (IT) assets. A security policy is often considered to be a "living document", meaning that the document is never finished, but is continuously updated as technology and employee requirements change. A company's security policy may include an acceptable … Definition continues below.
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Single sign-on in health IT: A product and vendor comparison sponsored by Imprivata WHITE PAPER: This white paper demonstrates how single sign-on technology is changing the face of security in health care. Read now to examine the results of an independently conducted survey exploring the thoughts and opinions of health IT practitioners who have experience with a number of SSO vendors. Posted: 06 Jun 2012 \| Published: 06 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Health Care Compliance \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Security \| Medical Practice Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Solutions to Meet Your PCI Compliance Needs sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited WHITE PAPER: Access this invaluable resource to discover 7 HP products that can enable business to meet Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (DSS) compliance regulations. Posted: 11 May 2012 \| Published: 01 May 2012 TOPICS: Payment Card Industry \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Software

12 Steps to Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Success sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: This essential resource outlines 12 steps to a secure and managable Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. Find out how you can leverage the advantages of IT consumerization while mitigating the risks. Posted: 30 Apr 2012 \| Published: 30 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Desktop Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Policies \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Integrating Security into Development, No Pain Required sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: There are substantial security benefits to developers and security personnel working together, yet they are often viewed as being like oil and water. In this paper, discover how to integrate software development and security effectively and pain-free by using the right tools and techniques. Posted: 24 Apr 2012 \| Published: 24 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Application Development \| Application Security \| Secure Application Development \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Source Code Control \| Vulnerability Management

Wp #102: Monitoring Physical Threats in the Data Center sponsored by APC by Schneider Electric WHITE PAPER: Learn how your organization can protect against data center physical threats that can elude traditional monitoring methods. This paper outlines these threats and suggests approaches to deploying monitoring devices and reducing downtime. Posted: 17 Apr 2012 \| Published: 17 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Data Center Design \| Data Center Physical Security \| Data Centers \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

2012 Endpoint Security Best Practices Survey sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: Today’s SMBs are increasingly forced to invest in new measures to protect their endpoints and their business from cyber threats. This resource explores key findings from the Symantec 2012 Endpoint Security Survey and offers best practices and recommendations for reducing the risk of a successful cyber attack. Posted: 29 Jun 2012 \| Published: 29 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| SMBs

How To Secure Electronic Healthcare Records Effectively sponsored by HP & Intel® WHITE PAPER: This white paper highlights important ways to prevent intrusion and block attacks with a security approach that’s comprehensive, automated, and proactive. That way, your organization can ease the worry of facing hefty financial penalties in the face of a data breach. Posted: 19 Jun 2012 \| Published: 19 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Health Care Compliance \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Security \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Medical Practice Management \| Medical Records Management \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Defending Data on iOS sponsored by WatchDox WHITE PAPER: Learn why – despite the relatively secure nature of the system – it is vital to include iOS in your data security policies. Uncover best practices for securing data on these consumer-owned smartphones and tablets as well as a variety of options to help you achieve this. Posted: 15 Jun 2012 \| Published: 14 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Operating Systems \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

Why choose Symantec for Mobile Device Management sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, learn some of the most important considerations for deploying a mobile device management solution. Additionally, discover key tips for building a successful framework for planning your mobile security strategy. Posted: 01 Jun 2012 \| Published: 01 Jun 2012 TOPICS: Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Securing Medical Devices sponsored by McAfee, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper highlights a centralized, efficient and effective risk mitigation solution for the health care industry. Within, discover how to implement the necessary controls to significantly reduce the potential compromise of sensitive patient information. Posted: 25 May 2012 \| Published: 25 May 2012 TOPICS: Health Care Compliance \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Security \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Ponemon Study: 2011 Cost of a Data Breach sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: This annual data breach cost study examines the wide range of business costs associated with a breach, including expense outlays for detection, escalation notification, and after-the-fact response. Posted: 25 May 2012 \| Published: 31 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Database Management \| Database Security \| Databases \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Symantec Internet Security Threat Report: Trends for 2011 sponsored by Symantec Corporation WHITE PAPER: This threat report takes a thorough look back at the most significant threats, trends and outright attacks of the year that was. Read now for helpful tips and best practices for keeping your confidential information safe. Posted: 25 May 2012 \| Published: 30 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Internet \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Phishing \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

The Technical Complexities and Risks of Public Key Authentication: The Lack of SSH User Key Management in Large Enterprises Today sponsored by SSH Communications Security Corp. WHITE PAPER: While SSH (Secure Shell) user keys are often used for granting system access for system administrators, many organizations lack the proper processes for effectively managing them, introducing a number of security risks. This paper highlights ten (10) technical challenges and risks related to public key authentication and how to address them. Posted: 21 May 2012 \| Published: 21 May 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Authentication \| Public Key Encryption \| Public Key Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| SSH

How Can I Virtualize My Mission-critical Servers While Maintaining or Improving Security? sponsored by CA Technologies. WHITE PAPER: Organizations often struggle to fully realize the benefits of virtualization due to the complexity of controlling identities, access and information. In this resource, uncover how to successfully deploy virtualization projects, while providing the right security controls over privileged user access across virtual and physical environments. Posted: 15 May 2012 \| Published: 15 May 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Rights \| Identity Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Virtualization Security

Strategies for Managing Social Networking & Personal Web Use in the Workplace sponsored by Total Defense WHITE PAPER: Access to Web content in the workplace such - as social networking, streaming media and more - has become an increasing issue. This resource explores the risks and challenges of personal Web use as well as presents a business case for enabling appropriate use. View now to uncover key strategies that will help you protect your business. Posted: 14 May 2012 \| Published: 14 May 2012 TOPICS: Acceptable Use Policies \| Internet Services \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Social Networking \| Web Application Security

A Business-Driven Approach to Mobile Enterprise Security sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Prepare your organization for the consumerization of IT and BYOD with the help of this resource. Uncover details about mobile enterprise policy creation, security monitoring, network and security infrastructure, and more. Posted: 11 May 2012 \| Published: 11 May 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Rights \| CISOs \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Mobile Workers \| Network Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Remote Access Security \| Remote Users \| Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Wireless Security

Top 10 Considerations for a Secure Mobile Enterprise. sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This essential white paper explores ten rules every organization must follow to ensure the security of mobile devices in the enterprise. Posted: 03 May 2012 \| Published: 03 May 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Encryption Standards \| Malware \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

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

Enabling Continuous PCI DSS Compliance sponsored by RedSeal Networks WHITE PAPER: This white paper highlights a proactive security intelligence solution that ensures continuous implementation of the PCI DSS network security requirements and more effective communication of risk to auditors. Posted: 01 May 2012 \| Published: 01 May 2012 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Compliance Best Practices \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security \| Payment Card Industry \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Audits \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Palo Alto Networks in the Data Center: Eliminating Compromise sponsored by Palo Alto Networks WHITE PAPER: This resource explores best practices for data center network security. Learn how to protect your business without compromising flexibility and application availability. Posted: 20 Apr 2012 \| Published: 20 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Data Center Management \| Data Center Networking \| Data Centers \| Firewall Management \| Firewall Server Software \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Event Management \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

Building a Disaster Ready Infrastructure sponsored by CenturyLink WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores the factors surrounding a well implemented disaster recovery/business continuity plan that will ensure minimal impact to your organization. Read now to find out how you can prevent downtime and revenue loss caused by an unforeseen outage, hardware failure or natural disaster. Posted: 18 Apr 2012 \| Published: 18 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Business Continuity Planning \| Data Security \| Disaster Planning \| Disaster Recovery \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Ponemon Global Study on Mobility Risks sponsored by Websense, Inc. WHITE PAPER: With the proliferation of mobile devices only progressing, it’s important fully to understand this trend to know how to build a robust security strategy to mitigate risks. This resource uncovers key findings based on a survey of 4,640 IT pros, exploring the major security issues of mobility and what they are doing to effectively address them. Posted: 16 Apr 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Handheld Device Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Risk Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Ovum: Corporate eGRC update sponsored by RSA, The Security Division of EMC WHITE PAPER: This report explores the state of E-Governance, Risk and Compliance (eGRC), studying over 340 senior executives responsible for eGRC activities in their organization. View now to uncover key findings regarding the integration of eGRC activities, ownership of eGRC strategy, and drivers for eGRC activities today and in the future. Posted: 29 Mar 2012 \| Published: 01 Dec 2010 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) \| Information Security \| Regulatory Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies

The Reality of Cyber Warfare sponsored by AT&T Corp WHITE PAPER: Examine the topic of trench warfare in a cyber-world and discover many factors you need to know about these potentially disastrous events. Posted: 28 Mar 2012 \| Published: 13 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Network Security \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

A Prudent Approach to Risk Management sponsored by RSA, The Security Division of EMC WHITE PAPER: Today's organizations are in need of more comprehensive and continuous risk management programs. Unfortunately, many do not have the appropriate processes, skills or technology foundation to meet this goal. Access this resource to uncover a prudent approach that uses three simple steps to help advance your risk management cause. Posted: 23 Mar 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2011 TOPICS: Regulatory Compliance \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

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SECURITY POLICIES DEFINITION (continued): … In business, a security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect the company's physical andinformation technology (IT) assets. A security policy is often considered to be a "living document", meaning that the document is never finished, but is continuously updated as technology and employee requirements change. A company's security policy may include an acceptable use policy, a description of how the company plans to educate its employees about protecting the company's assets, an explanation of how security measurements will be carried out and enforced, and a procedure for evaluating the effectiveness of the security policy to ensure that necessary corrections will be made.
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