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May 24, 2012

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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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Bit9 Parity for Servers: International Communications Company Locks Down Domain controllers sponsored by Bit9, Inc. CASE STUDY: Domain controllers have become an increasingly popular target for malicious hackers for its access to an organization’s sensitive and intellectual property. This case study uncovers how one international communications firm was able to protect 225 of its domain controllers using Bit9 Parity for Servers and the key benefits they gained. Posted: 23 May 2012 \| Published: 23 May 2012 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Intrusion Prevention \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Server Management \| Virus Protection

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: 03 May 2012 TOPICS: Hackers \| Malware \| Network Security \| Outsourcing \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Systems \| Security Threats

2012 Mobile Threats Report sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The 2012 Mobile Threats Report describes how mobile malware has reached a new level of maturity, and how its threats targeting smartphones and tablets are becoming a big challenge to users, enterprises, and service providers alike. Posted: 01 May 2012 \| Published: 01 May 2012 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Malware \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones \| Tablet PC \| Wireless Security

Information security breaches survey 2012 sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com IT BRIEFING: Rising security breaches cost UK billions over the last 12 months as cyber attacks reached record levels, according to the 2012 Information Security Breaches survey. Posted: 24 Apr 2012 \| Published: 24 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Business Continuity Planning \| Contingency Planning \| Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Fraud Protection \| Hackers \| Phishing \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Spending \| Security Threats \| Trojan Horses \| Virus Protection

Computer Weekly - 17 April 2012: How to ensure smartphone security sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com EZINE: This week’s Computer Weekly examines the growing threat from smartphones being targeted by hackers and viruses as the devices are increasingly used for work. Hospitality giant Mitchells & Butlers talks about its migration to the cloud and the CIO of Airbus discusses his IT priorities and how he spends €500m a year on IT. Posted: 16 Apr 2012 \| Published: 16 Apr 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Archive \| Cloud Management \| Device Control Software \| Hackers \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Tablet PC

Fighting Economic Crime in the Financial Services sector sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com IT BRIEFING: PwC examines the impact of Cybercrime on the financial services industry. Posted: 27 Mar 2012 \| Published: 27 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Crime \| Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Financial Industry Organizations \| Financial Services \| Fraud Protection \| Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) \| Hackers \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Surveys \| Training

2011 IOUG Data Security Survey: Databases More at Risk Than Ever sponsored by Oracle Corporation WHITE PAPER: IT professionals were recently surveyed on their data security practices. The results were disturbing with 60% saying that a data breach is likely, or they’re not sure what to expect, over the next 12 months. Download this complimentary copy of the 2011 IOUG Data Security Survey Report and see how your organization measures up. Posted: 19 Mar 2012 \| Published: 19 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Data Management \| Data Security \| Database Administration \| Database Management \| Database Security \| Databases \| Hackers \| Oracle (Product) \| Security \| Security Threats

8 Steps to Holistic Database Security sponsored by Advent Global Solutions Inc. WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to find eight tips for safeguarding your database from security breaches and unauthorized changes while maintaining compliance with key regulations. Posted: 15 Mar 2012 \| Published: 15 Mar 2012 TOPICS: Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Cybersecurity \| Data Security \| Database Administration \| Database Management \| Database Security \| Databases \| Hackers \| Risk Management

2012 Security Outlook sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com ESSENTIAL GUIDE: This report from the Corporate Executive Board, based on extensive research with Chief Information Security Officers, identifies the top 10 security imperatives for 2012. Posted: 24 Feb 2012 \| Published: 24 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Business Continuity Planning \| CISOs \| Compliance Best Practices \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Hackers \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Phishing \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones

Malware Predictions for 2012 sponsored by ESET PODCAST: 2011 introduced an onslaught of advanced threats, with malware authors deploying more sophisticated technologies to exploit systems and steal valuable information, while generating immense revenue. In this short podcast, an ESET researcher discusses the issues faced in 2011 and offers predictions of what is in store for 2012. Posted: 26 Jan 2012 \| Premiered: 26 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Rootkits \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Wireless Security

The Cyber Savvy CEO: Getting to grips with today’s growing cyber-threats sponsored by ComputerWeekly.com IT BRIEFING: The recent surge in cyber attacks has forced organisations to align cyber security efforts across all of their operations, rather than focusing on IT, but CEOs now need to take the lead in protecting their organisations, this report from PwC argues. Posted: 05 Jan 2012 \| Published: 05 Jan 2012 TOPICS: CEOs \| CIOs \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Best Practices \| Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Hackers \| Security \| Surveys

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

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

PortalGuard: Strengthening Authentication to Adapt to Changing Circumstances™ sponsored by PistolStar, Inc. PRODUCT OVERVIEW: PortalGuard is a password authentication and security solution that allows end-users to authenticate and manage a portal password directly from a Web browser, while providing administrators with functionality to meet or exceed their security objectives. Posted: 26 Aug 2009 \| Published: 26 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Authentication \| Authorization \| Data Security \| Hackers \| Indexing (Information Management) \| Password Authentication Protocol \| Password Management Software \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Best Practices

The 10 Most Dangerous Risks to Microsoft Security sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Security has always been an important part of any IT infrastructure. This white paper has tips to help improve your awareness of some of the more important risks threatening your Microsoft infrastructure. Posted: 13 May 2009 \| Published: 13 May 2009 TOPICS: Continuous Data Protection \| Hackers \| IT Infrastructure \| Malware \| Microsoft Certified Professional \| Microsoft Certified Solution Developer \| Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer \| Microsoft Certified Trainer \| Microsoft Office \| Microsoft Operations Manager \| Password Authentication Protocol \| Password Management \| Passwords \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Threats \| Worms

How Vulnerable Are Your Cisco IOS Routers? sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: It may be surprising to some that Cisco routers run many services that could create vulnerabilities. This paper is meant to be a vehicle for discussion regarding the security of Cisco routers. Additionally, some best practices for securing your Cisco routers are defined. Posted: 13 May 2009 \| Published: 13 May 2009 TOPICS: Hackers \| HTTP \| Network Configuration Management \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Routers \| Routing \| Routing Protocols \| Security Threats \| VPN \| VPN Software \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

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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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