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May 24, 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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Future-Proofing Email Security sponsored by McAfee, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Are you thinking of migrating to a cloud-based security strategy? Read this whitepaper to learn why a hybrid deployment of on-premise appliances and SaaS may be your best bet to combating email security challenges. Posted: 14 Feb 2013 \| Published: 31 May 2011 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Email \| Email Encryption \| Email Management \| Email Security \| Email Security Policies \| Email Security Services \| Email Security Software \| Network Traffic Management \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Spam \| Virtual Appliance

Justifying a Computer Incident Response Plan sponsored by Dell SecureWorks WHITE PAPER: This essential resource explores the need for effective incident response in order to reduce the costs of data breaches and mitigate risk. It also outlines best practices for creating an effective Computer Incident Response Plan (CIRP) – read on to learn more now. Posted: 07 Feb 2013 \| Published: 07 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Intrusion Detection \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Spending \| Security Threats

Coping in the chaos? sponsored by Kaspersky Lab WHITE PAPER: It is no illusion that the complexity and diversity of security risks is on the rise, putting more businesses than ever at risk. Read this whitepaper to find survey analysis, discover trends, and learn more about what you need to know when it comes to security management. Posted: 06 Feb 2013 \| Published: 06 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Network Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Getting Real About Security Management and "Big Data" sponsored by EMC Corporation WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the real issues with security management and the role big data plays in overcoming these challenges. Posted: 06 Feb 2013 \| Published: 06 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Data Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies

Protect your IT systems with next generation security sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: This informative resource outlines the need for more comprehensive IT systems security. Inside, discover common motivators behind cyberattacks, learn where your systems are vulnerable, and identify the next generation strategies that can help you achieve security success -- read on to learn more. Posted: 04 Feb 2013 \| Published: 31 Oct 2012 TOPICS: IT Management \| IT Systems \| Malware \| Password Management \| Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management

Beyond Compliance: Combating Threats with Endpoint Configuration Management sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Read this informative whitepaper today to find out how to provide a solid and comprehensive configuration management solution upon which to build the rest of the organization's endpoint security approach. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Dec 2012 TOPICS: Configuration Management \| Desktop Management \| Endpoint Security \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Workstations

Best Practice Guide to Minimizing Your Insider Risk sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Balancing productivity with security is a fine line, but by taking advantage of security best practices, your organization can go a long way toward minimizing insider risk and protecting data. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Governance \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Intellectual Property \| Internal Threats \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Best Practice Guide to Addressing Web 2.0 Risks sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: With the rise of user-generated content, social networks and readily available information offered by the Web 2.0-enabled workplace, users are more connected to people and ideas than ever before. This new level of connectivity also introduces significant risk. In this resource, find 5 key best practices for reducing risk in a Web 2.0 world. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Blogs \| Endpoint Security \| Internet Security \| Patch Management \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Social Computing \| Social Networking \| Virus Protection \| Web 2.0

The Busy IT Professional's Guide to Vulnerability Management sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Don't leave your endpoint unpatched and insecurely configured. Mitigate your endpoint risks by implementing these five tips that will help you keep endpoints patched and avoid preventable attacks. Posted: 29 Jan 2013 \| Published: 29 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Configuration Management \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

IT Pros Guide to Data Protection: Top 5 Tips to Securing Data in the Modern Organization sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: The following five steps are some very effective ways to improve data security in a cost-effective manner and are the first steps toward readying an organization for more robust data protection measures such as data leak prevention (DLP). Posted: 29 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Governance \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Information Governance \| Information Management \| Information Security \| Intellectual Property \| Removable Media \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies

Mobile Device Defense: A Do or Die Dilemma sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: This brief resource presents several alarming statistics around the use of consumer mobile devices to access business data. And while this is a trend your IT department probably can't fight, with the right tools and knowledge, you'll surely be able to minimize the inherent risk. Posted: 28 Jan 2013 \| Published: 28 Jan 2013 TOPICS: CIOs \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies

Insights from the 2012 Global Reputational Risk and IT Study sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: This resource showcases how security, business continuity, and technical support can shape the reputation and business value of your organization. Read now to learn the difference between IT risk management perception and reality. Posted: 28 Jan 2013 \| Published: 28 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Business Continuity Planning \| Business Continuity Planning Software \| CIOs \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Best Practices \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Technical Support Staff

Healthcare Buyers Guide: Mobile Device Management sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: How do you enable secure access from mobile devices without hindering doctors on the job? In this guide we walk you through the factors you need to consider to find a mobile device management solution that best fits your needs. Posted: 23 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Dec 2012 TOPICS: Data Governance \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

BYOD Risks and Rewards: How to Keep Employee Smartphones, Laptops and Tablets Secure sponsored by Sophos, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The BYOD movement is unstoppable. While this trend is quickly turning from luxury to necessity for employees, it is more imperative than ever to understand its impact on corporate security models. This whitepaper explores the risks and rewards of BYOD and offers tips on embracing BYOD while ensuring your enterprise stays secure. Posted: 08 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Dec 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Rights \| Application Security \| Applications Management \| Authentication \| Authorization \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Laptop Computers \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Passwords \| Regulatory Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

New Topics on Security SY0-301 from Domains 2.0-6.0 sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: As a security expert, discover how you can prepare for the newest version of the SY0-301 Security+ 2011 exam. Ensure that you are well-versed on the newest topics. Posted: 27 Nov 2012 \| Published: 08 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Careers \| Certificate Authorities \| Certification Programs \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Data Security \| IT Workforce \| Security \| Security Policies \| Training

Three Tips to Prevent USB Insecurity In Your Enterprise sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Today, what virtualization software can accomplish is nearly limitless. But has your computer security methodology and software kept up? This whitepaper will take an in-depth look at virtualization security risks and mitigations. Posted: 19 Nov 2012 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Governance \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Malware \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| USB

Anatomy of a Botnet: How the Arbor Security Engineering & Response Team (ASERT) Discovers, Analyzes and Mitigates DDoS Attacks sponsored by Arbor Networks WHITE PAPER: View this informative white paper to learn more about the escalating growth of botnets and the array of crimes including identity theft, banking fraud and malware. Posted: 01 Oct 2012 \| Published: 01 Oct 2012 TOPICS: Distributed Data Management \| Identity Management \| Identity Theft \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Best Practices for Cloud Security sponsored by Qualys WHITE PAPER: In this essential white paper, discover the benefits that your organization can realize by embracing cloud services, including more effective and cost-efficient security. Also inside, discover cloud cautions and pitfalls to avoid – read on now to learn more. Posted: 22 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Malware \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Software as a Service

Fighting Rootkits: Protecting against stealthy malware by flying under the operating system sponsored by Intel WHITE PAPER: Discover why rootkits are so harmful to your organization and uncover the innovative and dramatically different approach you should take to protect your organization from these harmful intruders. Posted: 27 Dec 2012 \| Published: 31 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Cybersecurity \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Remote Access Security \| Rootkits \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

Mobilize SharePoint Securely: Top 5 Enterprise Requirements sponsored by Accellion, Inc. WHITE PAPER: To stay productive, mobile workers want access to the same data they have in the office—including data stored in Enterprise Content Management (ECM) systems such as Microsoft® SharePoint. Read this whitepaper to learn the top five enterprise requirements for deploying a SharePoint-enabled secure mobility solution. Posted: 20 Nov 2012 \| Published: 20 Nov 2012 TOPICS: Collaboration \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Enterprise Content Management \| File Sharing Protocols \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| SharePoint \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

Expanding Web Single Sign-On to Cloud and Mobile sponsored by CA Technologies. WHITE PAPER: Consult this white paper to discover the new technology requirements that are changing the SSO landscape. Learn how you can use SSO to protect your sensitive data and find out what you can do to extend SSO to cloud and mobile environments by clicking through today to learn more. Posted: 25 Oct 2012 \| Published: 25 Oct 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Authentication \| Authorization \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Identity Management \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| SSO

Intelligent Authentication and User Access: Balancing Security and Convenience sponsored by CA Technologies. WHITE PAPER: This informative white paper outlines today's rapidly changing security landscape, and offers an overview of the latest identity and access security strategies so that your organization can stay safe - click through to learn more. Posted: 25 Oct 2012 \| Published: 25 Oct 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Authentication \| Identity Management \| Intrusion Prevention \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Threats

Security-In-Depth Using Integrated Risk-Conscious Controls sponsored by Tripwire, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores how your organization can change the way it protects its critical data, combining preventive, detective and corrective controls to stop breaches from happening, detect threats as they arise, and correct settings that introduce security risk or non-compliance. Read now to learn more. Posted: 28 Sep 2012 \| Published: 30 Dec 2011 TOPICS: Security \| Security Architectures \| Security Audits \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Spending \| Security Standards \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

Securing the Virtual World sponsored by WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. WHITE PAPER: With the growing need to reduce costs and improve efficiencies and availability of IT resources, organizations have increasingly turned to virtualization. But there are questions around the security within these environments. This paper explores the new security challenges of virtualization and how to overcome them with a layered security approach. Posted: 27 Sep 2012 \| Published: 27 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Integrated Threat Management \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Server Virtualization \| Virtualization Security

Remote Vendor Access: Not All Access Should Be Treated Equally sponsored by Quest Software, now a part of Dell WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains why Remote Vendor Access (RVA) should not be treated the same as traditional remote access for employees. Explore how a new set of remote access requirements can ensure that your enterprise remains in step with both compliance regulations and security expectations. Posted: 10 Sep 2012 \| Published: 10 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Best Practices \| Remote Access Security \| Remote Computing \| Remote Users \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Vendor Selection \| Vendors \| Virus Protection

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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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