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ALSO CALLED: Network Intrusion Prevention, Host Intrusion Prevention, Intrusion Protection, Network Intrusion Management DEFINITION: Intrusion prevention is a preemptive approach to network security used to identify potential threats and respond to them swiftly. Like an intrusion detection system (IDS), an intrusion prevention system (IPS) monitors network traffic. However, because an exploit may be carried out very quickly after the attacker gains access, intrusion prevention systems also have the ability to take immediate action, … Definition continues below.
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Defense in Depth: How Application Whitelisting Can Increase Your Desktop Security sponsored by Faronics WHITE PAPER: No single technology guarantees security, however application whitelisting covers situations not addressed by firewalls or anti-virus utilities. This paper focuses on how application whitelisting can be effectively used as an important layer in your security scenario. Posted: 20 Nov 2009 \| Published: 20 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Application Security \| Intrusion Prevention \| Malware \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection

The Benefits of Network Forensics: Using Surveillance for Remediation, Fortification, and Incident Identification sponsored by Solera Networks VIDEOCAST: Network forensics does for the network what cameras do for a bank. Solera Networks’ software sits on the network and assists in incident response and network remediation and fortification. Watch this interview to learn more about network forensics and about Solera Networks from Solera President and CEO, Steve Shillingford. Posted: 11 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 11 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Forensics \| Security \| Security Management

eGuide: Signature Vs. Anomaly-Based Behavior Analysis sponsored by TippingPoint EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE: Firewall and intrusion prevention systems across various enterprise networks routinely log hundreds of hacker attempts a day. To prevent successful attacks, two key detection approaches have evolved: signature-based and anomaly-based network behavior analysis (NBA). This E-Guide details each approach along with the pros and cons. Posted: 10 Nov 2009 \| Published: 10 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Firewall Appliances \| Hackers \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Network Analyzer Software \| Network Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats

Eight Questions To Ask About Your Intrusion-Security Solution sponsored by TippingPoint WHITE PAPER: There is some confusion in the marketplace about intrusion-security systems. Intrusion Detection Systems and Intrusion Prevention Systems have similar names and tend to get lumped together into a single security category: Intrusion Detection and Prevention. But the capabilities and underlying design of these systems couldn't be more different. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Published: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Security \| Security Software \| Security Threats

The Five Building Blocks of Attack Coverage: Assessing the Quality of your Intrusion Prevention System sponsored by TippingPoint WHITE PAPER: What makes one intrusion prevention system (IPS) better than another? The best way to answer that question is to assess each vendor's solution on the five building blocks of attack coverage: Knowledge of applications, threat engine performance, breadth and depth of coverage, accuracy, and timeliness. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Published: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Spending

Managing to Secure: Evaluating the Manageability of your IPS Solution sponsored by TippingPoint WHITE PAPER: The last thing network security managers need is more complicated management systems to learn. There are four management keys to an IPS solution: Speed of initial set-up; Ease of ongoing management; Flexible management interfaces; and IPS management scalability. This paper will take a good hard look at each of these manageability components. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Published: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Software

Three Waves, One Defense: How an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Protects from an Ever-Broadening Threat Landscape sponsored by TippingPoint WHITE PAPER: For organizations trying to shore up network defenses, it's important to understand how the security threat landscape has evolved. Only then is it possible to determine the best use of network-security solutions -- particularly Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) -- to block ongoing and future waves of attacks. Read on to learn more. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Published: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Risk Management \| Security Event Management \| Security Managers \| Security Spending \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

IPS vs. IDS: Similar on the Surface, Polar Opposites Underneath sponsored by TippingPoint WHITE PAPER: A common notion is that an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) is nothing more than an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) deployed in-line with blocking capabilities. This paper explains why that notion is incorrect. Posted: 05 Nov 2009 \| Published: 05 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Systems

ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 Trial sponsored by ESET SOFTWARE DEMO: Enjoy Fast, Effective, and Easy to use internet security. Receive a FREE Trial of a fully integrated security solution which includes Antivirus and Antispyware all managed through Remote Administrator. Click "View Now" to request a complimentary ESET NOD32 Antivirus 4 Business Edition. Posted: 03 Nov 2009 \| Published: 03 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Email Security Software \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Network Security Software \| Virus Detection Software \| Virus Protection

Are Proxy Anonymizers Putting Your Enterprise in Peril? sponsored by M86 Security UK WHITE PAPER: This free white paper explores how education and policy enforcement can help prevent the threat posed by proxy anonymizers. This white paper looks at how to go beyond a basic URL-based filtering solution and block Anonymous Proxies including stopping HTTPS, blocking inappropriate images and proxy pattern blocking. Posted: 27 Oct 2009 \| Published: 27 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Enterprise Computing \| Internet Security \| Internet Security Software \| Intrusion Prevention \| Network Security \| Productivity \| Proxy Server Software \| Security Threats \| Web Application Security

Email Security: Magic Quadrant for Email Security Boundaries, 2008 sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The email security market is maturing, but speed and breadth of spam detection, and management and reporting capabilities, continue to differentiate vendors. This paper will discuss what you need to know about spam filtering, outbound content filtering, and available email security solutions in various delivery models. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Published: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Data Encryption \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Email Management \| Email Security Software \| Intrusion Prevention \| Regulatory Compliance \| Reporting Software

Governance, Risk and Compliance Tools sponsored by Red Hat VIDEO: This videocast provides an overview of governance, risk and compliance, including the different roles played by each in the enterprise, as well as tools that can aid the various GRC processes. Posted: 06 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 06 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Compliance (Finance) \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Cybersecurity \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) \| Intrusion Prevention \| Risk Management \| Security Policies

Meeting Evolving Security Needs: Check Point Software Blade Architecture and Revolutionary IPS Software Blade sponsored by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. WEBCAST: Check Point has developed a revolutionary solution to address the increasingly complex security landscape. View this webinar to learn how Check Point software blade architecture can help your organization reduce cost while enhancing overall security. Posted: 29 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 29 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Gateways (Hardware) \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security Threats \| Software Architectures \| TCO

The New Face of Intrusion Prevention sponsored by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. WHITE PAPER: Check Point IPS Software Blade gives breakthrough performance and protection at a breakthrough price. For more details, check out this paper, which highlights the numerous benefits of Check Point intrusion prevention protection solutions. Posted: 29 Sep 2009 \| Published: 29 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Blade Servers \| Dashboards \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Security Management \| Security Spending \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

Cost-Effective Data Leak Prevention Starts at the Source sponsored by Oracle Corporation WHITE PAPER: This IDC white paper presents the benefits to enterprises adopting a preemptive approach to IPC, the internal threats to business information, the impact of government regulations on the protection of data, and highlights how Oracle provides database security products that enterprises can leverage to protect themselves from costly data breaches. Posted: 25 Sep 2009 \| Published: 25 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Management \| Data Security \| Database Management \| Database Security \| Intrusion Prevention \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management

Integrated Threat Management: How to Find the Right Solution sponsored by Trend Micro, Inc. EGUIDE: Read this expert E-Guide to learn more about the integrated threat management landscape and receive some tips and best practices to properly deploy an integrated threat management solution. Posted: 10 Sep 2009 \| Published: 10 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Enterprise Systems \| Integrated Threat Management \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| IT Infrastructure \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments

Options for Mobile Security sponsored by CDW Corporation WHITE PAPER: Read this brief paper to learn about the security risks of mobility and what CDW has to offer. Posted: 08 Sep 2009 \| Published: 08 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Encryption Standards \| Firewall Management \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Security Management \| VPN

Data privacy best practices: time to take action! sponsored by IBM WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains the steps you need to consider when developing your privacy strategy and implementing your first data privacy project. Find out how you can help your organization implement best practices in privacy protection and make your privacy project successful from start to finish. Posted: 04 Sep 2009 \| Published: 04 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Continuous Data Protection \| Data Management \| Data Security \| Data Storage \| Enterprise Content Management \| Information Management \| Intrusion Prevention \| Quality Control \| Regulatory Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management

The Passing Storm: The Storm/Nuwar Botnet sponsored by ESET WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides a thorough explanation of one of the more potent malware classifications effecting systems and networks today – the Storm/Nuwar Botnet. While security software can mitigate the direct impact of Nuwar and other bot-related malware on individual systems, the wider effects of botnet activity need additional countermeasures. Posted: 03 Sep 2009 \| Published: 03 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Security

Forrester Total Economic Impact Study on IPS sponsored by McAfee, Inc. ANALYST REPORT: Network--Stop threats before they happen. This June 2009 study examines the financial impact and potential return on investment (ROI) for McAfee Network Security Platform intrusion prevention system (formerly McAfee IntruShield®), using Adena Health System as a case study. Posted: 01 Sep 2009 \| Published: 01 Sep 2009 TOPICS: ARP \| Denial of Service Attacks \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Network Security \| Peer-to-Peer Architectures \| Peer-to-Peer Networking \| Phishing \| Security Spending \| Security Threats

FireEye: Taking the Botnet Threat Seriously sponsored by FireEye WHITE PAPER: IT organizations have been subjected to a number of security plagues, but few of them have the potential for wide-spread havoc of the botnet. Gain new appreciation for the scale of the botnet threat, and how today's emerging solutions must answer the threat with a similar level of multi-faceted defense. Posted: 01 Sep 2009 \| Published: 01 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Network Security \| Phishing \| Security Threats \| Spyware

Battling Modern Botnets sponsored by FireEye WHITE PAPER: The FBI ranks cybercrime among its top priorities in part because botnets are proliferating at an alarming rate, crossing corporate boundaries and spreading infections behind corporate firewalls. Learn how FireEye provides advance detection and a blended approach to today’s botnet problem that "traditional" solutions do not. Posted: 01 Sep 2009 \| Published: 01 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Firewall Management \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention \| Malware \| Network Security \| Security Threats

Data Breach Cost Analysis sponsored by Palisade Systems, Inc. PODCAST: The average cost of data breaches is rising as companies struggle to contain data leakage, explains Larry Ponemon of the Ponemon Institute. Also, Henry Helgeson, CEO of payment processor Merchant Warehouse, talks about PCI and encryption in the wake of the Heartland breach. Posted: 28 Aug 2009 \| Premiered: 28 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Security \| Encryption Standards \| Endpoint Security \| Hackers \| Information Security \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Payment Card Industry \| PCI Bus \| Risk Assessment

The Future of Information-Centric Security sponsored by Palisade Systems, Inc. VIDEO: Security managers often struggle to articulate to business managers why enterprise data protection is paramount, how breaches happen and why fundamental business processes must be changed to mitigate the threat. View this videocast to learn how to incorporate best practices into your DLP strategy. Posted: 28 Aug 2009 \| Premiered: 28 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Data Classification \| Data Security \| Encryption Standards \| Enterprise \| Financial Services Industry \| Information Security \| Intrusion Prevention \| Risk Management \| Security Architectures \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Threats

Firewall Solutions for Small Business sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The ideal firewall solutions for small business integrate a hardware firewall with software controls into a comprehensive security solution that includes virtual private network (VPN) support, antivirus, antispam, antispyware, and content filtering capabilities. Posted: 14 Aug 2009 \| Published: 14 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Firewall Appliances \| Firewall Management \| Firewall Server Hardware \| Firewall Server Software \| Intrusion Detection \| Intrusion Prevention \| Small Businesses \| SMBs

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INTRUSION PREVENTION DEFINITION (continued): … based on a set of rules established by the network administrator. For example, an IPS might drop a packet that it determines to be malicious and block all further traffic from that IP address or port. Legitimate traffic, meanwhile, should be forwarded to the recipient with no apparent disruption or delay of service. According to Michael Reed of Top Layer Networks, an effective intrusion prevention system should also perform more complex monitoring and analysis, such as watching and responding to traffic patterns as well as individual packets. "Detection mechanisms can include address matching, …
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