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May 18, 2013

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ALSO CALLED: Operating System Security, OS Security, Software Security, SQL Injection, Buffer Overflow, Buffer Overflows DEFINITION: Application security is the use of software, hardware, and procedural methods to protect applications from external threats. Security measures built into applications and a sound application security routine minimize the likelihood that hackers will be able to manipulate applications and access, steal, modify, or delete sensitive data. Once an afterthought in software design, security is becoming an … Definition continues below.
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Network Security Essential Guide February 2013 sponsored by SearchSecurity.com WHITE PAPER: The increasing complexity of network attack methods has made it necessary to implement equally complex security tools and - more importantly - strategies. Read this Essential Guide on information security to learn more about key elements of a well-coordinated security strategy. Posted: 06 Feb 2013 \| Published: 06 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Network Security \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Wireless Security

Five Pillars for Controlling Firewall ACLs and Rules sponsored by Infoblox WHITE PAPER: Many of today's IT departments struggle to maintain a balance between seamless deployment of services and applications and working within the confines of restrictive budgets and limited resources. Discover how you can use the power of network automation as a key driver to bridge the gap between targeted goals and IT reality. Posted: 05 Feb 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Firewall Management \| Network Security \| SLA

How to Deal with Today's Multi-Platform, Multi-Vendor Patch Management Mess sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Organizations need a comprehensive patch management solution which provides endpoint protection beyond the typical operating system in order to effectively and efficiently minimize risks caused by the vulnerabilities that are inevitable in modern computing systems. Posted: 04 Feb 2013 \| Published: 30 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Risk Management \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Information Security Magazine - February 2013 sponsored by SearchSecurity.com EZINE: In this month's issue of Information Security magazine, discover expert advice for navigating the risks and dangers of increased mobility and the bring your own device (BYOD) trend. Learn how you can avoid BYOD pitfalls, improve security with the right policy, and more. Posted: 01 Feb 2013 \| Published: 01 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Security \| Firewall Management \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Network Security \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Software \| Security Threats

E is for Endpoint: How to Check Unknown Apps at the Door sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Antivirus and patch management are vital layers of defense. But their limitations leave your systems vulnerable. Intelligent whitelisting adds a layer of flexible, dynamic application control to truly protect your endpoints. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 30 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management

Application Explosion: How to Manage Productivity and Security sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses the risks of uncontrolled applications, best practices for controlling those applications, and the array of choices available, exploring the attributes of Microsoft's built-in tools, of free and open source software, and of third-party commercial application control systems. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Integration \| Application Security \| Applications Management \| Malware \| Rootkits \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Windows \| Windows Security

E is for Endpoint - Back to Basics with Patch and Configuration Management sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Patch and configuration management is Security 101—the most fundamental and cost-effective means of protecting your endpoints. But when it comes to configuring and patching endpoints, many organizations aren't keeping up with changing realities. Here's how to get back on track with patch and configuration management. Posted: 31 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Configuration Management \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

Weaponized Malware - A Clear and Present Danger sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Weaponized malware and advanced persistent threats raise the bar on endpoint security. Originally intended for cyber-espionage and cyber-warfare, these sophisticated attacks are now available to any cyber-criminal. How can security pros protect their organizations from these emerging perils? Posted: 30 Jan 2013 \| Published: 30 Sep 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Configuration Management \| Cybersecurity \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Systems \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

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

Enhance Your Agility and Speed Up Your ROI with Mobile Business Intelligence sponsored by SAP America, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to find out how the adoption of mobile BI can improve your business. It explores some of the challenges for small businesses looking to improve their agility with BI and how to begin the path to mobile BI. Posted: 29 Jan 2013 \| Published: 29 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Integration \| Application Monitoring \| Application Security \| Small Businesses

Tablets & Smartphones in the Enterprise sponsored by SearchConsumerization.com WHITE PAPER: Frantic IT departments are being forced to manage BYOD on the fly. Read this white paper to get strategic, practical advice on how to manage this consumer-driven trend. Posted: 28 Jan 2013 \| Published: 01 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security Management \| Wireless Security

Ten Tips for Establishing a Secure Foundation for BYOD sponsored by WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The BYOD trend is affecting businesses of all types and sizes. Read on to discover the market drivers behind BYOD, the challenges it presents, a strategic outline to manage BYOD, and more. Posted: 28 Jan 2013 \| Published: 01 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Consumer Electronics Equipment \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Wireless Security

HP Mobile Application Security -- Think beyond the device sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Mobile application security is more important today than ever. Watch this video and discover how to get built-in application security, automate secure application creation, get expert security guidance, and more. Posted: 28 Jan 2013 \| Published: 18 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Application Security \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Wireless Security

Migrating to BlackBerry 10: 10 Tips for IT sponsored by BlackBerry WHITE PAPER: Explore how the next-generation Enterprise Mobility Management platform from BlackBerry can help your organization manage all mobile devices – including iOS and Android – to ensure BYOD is secure, reliable, and manageable. Posted: 21 Jan 2013 \| Published: 21 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Endpoint Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Handheld Devices \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Mobile Workers \| Operating Systems \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

Oracle Magazine: Mobile to the Max sponsored by Oracle Corporation UK Ltd WHITE PAPER: This issue of Oracle ONE Magazine offers advice that will help you enable the mobile enterprise while mitigating its potential hazards. View now to uncover the risks and opportunities of mobility and uncover solutions that will help you manage both. Posted: 18 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Oct 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Authentication \| Authorization \| Backups \| Data Security \| Disaster Recovery \| Endpoint Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Handheld Devices \| Identity Management \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC

Best Practices in BYOD: BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10 sponsored by BlackBerry WHITE PAPER: The need for an effective Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) solution has never been greater. Check out this whitepaper to uncover a number of best practices that will help you enable secure, manageable BYOD and learn about an EMM option that can help you overcome the challenges BYOD presents. Posted: 18 Jan 2013 \| Published: 18 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Endpoint Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Handheld Devices \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Mobile Workers \| Operating Systems \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC \| Wireless Security

HP Mobile Applications Services At-a-Glance: Deliver anytime, anywhere convenience sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited WHITE PAPER: Enterprise mobility can do wonders for businesses, but not all organizations are ready to make the mobile jump. Read this white paper and learn how to prepare your business for mobility and reap all the benefits it provides. Posted: 17 Jan 2013 \| Published: 31 Aug 2012 TOPICS: Application Deployment \| Application Integration \| Application Security \| Cloud Management \| Customer Data Integration \| Customer Data Management \| Customer Interaction Services \| Customer Service \| Customer Service Best Practices \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Computing \| Mobile CRM \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Management

Secure File Sharing for HIPAA Compliance: Protecting PHI sponsored by Accellion, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Discover how a secure file sharing solutions can help you reduce the risk of data breaches and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Posted: 05 Feb 2013 \| Published: 05 Feb 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Compliance Best Practices \| Data Security \| Email Security \| Email Security Policies \| Endpoint Security \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Networking \| Health Care Security \| HIPAA \| HIPAA Compliance \| Information Security \| Network Security \| Regulations \| Regulatory Compliance \| Wireless Security

Security in Cloud Computing sponsored by CSC EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide explores the hesitations preventing many from moving to the cloud and offers considerations to keep in mind when using external CSPs for your security needs. Posted: 25 Jan 2013 \| Published: 25 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Access Control \| Application Security \| Applications Management \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Management Service Providers \| Security \| Security Systems \| Software as a Service \| Testing

Mistakes in Cloud Application Deployment sponsored by CSC EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide explores the mistakes many organizations make when deploying apps in the cloud and describes how you can avoid making the same issues. In addition, learn why cloud integration is so complicated for today's testers. Posted: 25 Jan 2013 \| Published: 25 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Deployment \| Application Development \| Application Integration \| Application Performance Management \| Application Security \| Applications Management \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Networking \| Private Cloud \| Private cloud computing \| Public Cloud \| Public cloud computing

How a Next-Generation Firewall Prevents Application-Layer Attacks sponsored by Sophos, Inc. EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide explores the value of next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) in preventing application-layer threats, such as SQL-injections and buffer-overflow attacks. Inside, discover NGFW opportunities and challenges – read on to learn more. Posted: 24 Jan 2013 \| Published: 24 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Firewall Appliances \| Firewall Management \| Network Best Practices \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Network Traffic Analysis \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| SQL

Cloud Security FAQs sponsored by CSC EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide explores the steps to take before migrating data applications into the public cloud. In addition, gain insight on cloud app development and cloud APIs in our useful FAQ. Posted: 24 Jan 2013 \| Published: 24 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Access Control \| Application Deployment \| Application Development \| Application Hosting \| Application Programming Interfaces \| Application Security \| Applications Management \| Authentication \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Data Security \| Identification Systems \| Identity Management \| Private Cloud \| Private cloud computing \| Public Cloud \| Public cloud computing \| SLA

Data in the Cloud Considerations sponsored by CoreSite EGUIDE: This expert guide offers strategies for reducing the risks associated with public cloud deployment. Compare a multiple vendor vs. single vendor strategy and tips for overcoming application management challenges in a public cloud environment. Posted: 23 Jan 2013 \| Published: 23 Jan 2013 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Security \| Data Security \| Public Cloud \| Public cloud computing

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

The Urgent Need to rethink Security Using the Cloud sponsored by Qualys WHITE PAPER: This informative resource describes the many benefits that accompany the shift to a cloud-based security strategy. Discover how you can simplify, centralize, and enhance everything from endpoint security to compliance. Reduce web app vulnerabilities and manage threats with ease -- read on to learn more. Posted: 18 Jan 2013 \| Published: 28 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cloud Computing \| Cloud Security \| Data Security \| Endpoint Security \| Managed Security Services \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security

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APPLICATION SECURITY DEFINITION (continued): … increasingly important concern during development as applications become more frequently accessible over networks and are, as a result, vulnerable to a wide variety of threats. Actions taken to ensure application security are sometimes called countermeasures. The most basic software countermeasure is an application firewall that limits the execution of files or the handling of data by specific installed programs. The most common hardware countermeasure is a router that can prevent the IP address of an individual computer from being directly visible on the Internet. Other countermeasures include …
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