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ALSO CALLED: Kernel Rootkits, Kernel Root Kits, Root Kits DEFINITION: A collection of software tools that enable administrator-level access to a computer or computer network. Rootkits are installed on a computer after someone has obtained user-level access, either by exploiting a known vulnerability or cracking a password. Once installed, it allows the attacker to mask intrusion and gain root or privileged access to the computer and, possibly, other machines on the … Definition continues below.
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2009 Security Mega Trends Survey sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This survey was conducted by the Ponemon Institute to better understand if certain publicized IT risks to personal and confidential data are or should be more or less of a concern for organizations. Learn what respondents in IT operations and IT security think about eight Security Mega Trends affecting organizations during the next 12 to 24 months. Posted: 02 Feb 2009 \| Published: 02 Feb 2009 TOPICS: Continuous Data Protection \| Data Governance \| Data Security \| Malware \| Security Best Practices \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Surveys

Achieving North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Cyber Security Standards sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Learn about NERC compliance challenges and how to ensure audit-readiness by delivering end-to-end vulnerability management, endpoint protection and data protection solutions. Posted: 06 Apr 2009 \| Published: 06 Apr 2009 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Data Encryption Standard \| Endpoint Security \| Information Security \| Malware \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Software \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Assessments

Application Whitelisting: The Must Have Technology for Security and Compliance Today sponsored by McAfee, Inc. WEBCAST: In this webcast, learn ways to combat the malicious code of malware and trojans from McAfee's Stuart McClure. Gain insight into how application whitelisting, a means of providing security with less overhead without negative performance impact, can aid your compliance initiatives while not raising operational costs. Posted: 14 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 14 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Malware \| Network Security \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security Threats \| Software Viruses \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management

Application Whitelisting: Enhancing Host Security sponsored by McAfee, Inc. ANALYST REPORT: This paper explains how whitelisting (accepting only applications and behaviors that are on the approved list and denying everything else) provides a lighter, more agile alternative to blacklisting as a means to protect networks and end points. Posted: 21 Oct 2009 \| Published: 21 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Network Security \| Secure Content Management \| Secure Content Management Software \| Security \| Virus Protection

Are Your Endpoints Protected? sponsored by Trend Micro, Inc. VIDEOCAST: Cybercriminals are constantly seeking new ways to load data-stealing malware onto your computer. This videocast invites you to protect your business using Trend Micro Enterprise Security solutions. Posted: 27 Aug 2009 \| Premiered: 27 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Cybersecurity \| Endpoint Security \| Enterprise Systems \| Malware \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

AVG Internet Security Business Edition v9 sponsored by AVG Technologies USA, Inc. SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD: AVG Internet Security Business Edition is faster, smarter security that won’t slow businesses down. AVG Internet Security merges ground-breaking online threat prevention techniques with enhanced anti-virus and firewall technologies to deliver proactive protection that’s second to none. Download a trial version and use it free for the next 30 days. Posted: 17 Nov 2009 \| Published: 17 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Hackers \| Malware \| Security \| Security Threats \| Virus Detection Software \| Virus Protection

Avoiding 7 Common Mistakes of IT Security Compliance sponsored by Qualys, Inc. EGUIDE: This guide describes seven typical mistakes of IT security compliance and how you can use these lessons to help your organization achieve its compliance goals. Posted: 21 Oct 2009 \| Published: 21 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Access Control \| Access Control Software \| Authentication \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Software \| Data Security \| IT Asset Management \| IT Management \| Malware \| Network Security \| Regulatory Compliance \| Risk Management \| Security Audits \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Software

Blue Coat WebFilter sponsored by Blue Coat DATA SHEET: Review this brief data sheet to learn how WebFilter helps prevent Internet attacks from spyware, phishing, peer-to-peer (P2P) traffic, viral content and more. WebFilter also includes Dynamic Real-Time Rating (DRTR), a patented technology that can instantly categorize Web sites when a user attempts to access them. Posted: 14 May 2009 \| Published: 14 May 2009 TOPICS: Content Management \| Content Management Software \| Content Management Systems \| Malware \| Spyware \| Virus Protection \| Web Content Accessibility \| Web Content Management \| Web Services

Business-Ready Security: Secure Endpoint Solution sponsored by Microsoft Corporation India Pvt Ltd DATA SHEET: Microsoft Forefront™ has combined essential capabilities to provide an integrated solution that helps secure corporate endpoints. The Secure Endpoint solution helps protect client and server operating systems from emerging threats and information loss, while enabling more secure access from virtually anywhere. Posted: 20 Nov 2009 \| Published: 20 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Security Software \| Virus Protection

Case Study: Ordismatic Uses Panda Managed Email Protection to Protect Its Clients From Spam sponsored by Panda Security CASE STUDY: Learn how Ordismatic, an IT vendor of hardware and computer services, protects one of its clients using Panda's Managed Email Protection services. Posted: 18 Sep 2009 \| Published: 18 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Email Management \| Email Security \| Email Security Services \| Email Threats \| Malware \| Network Security \| Spam \| Virus Protection

Cisco 2009 Midyear Security Report - An Update on Global Security Threats and Trends sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The Cisco 2009 Midyear Security Report presents an overview of Cisco security intelligence, highlighting threat information and trends from the first half of 2009. It also includes recommendations from Cisco security experts and predictions for how identified trends will evolve. Posted: 23 Jul 2009 \| Published: 23 Jul 2009 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Data Security \| HIPAA Compliance \| Malware \| Network Security \| Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Management \| Security Standards \| Security Threats \| Spam \| Storage Security \| Web 2.0

Cloud-Client Enterprise Security Impact Report: Increased Protection at a Lower Cost sponsored by Trend Micro, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses the many benefits of faster access to threat intelligence, using a cloud-client architecture for immediate protection, as well as the benefits to enterprises of consolidating to a single vendor for content security infrastructure. Posted: 24 Aug 2009 \| Published: 24 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Enterprise Content Management \| Malware \| Network Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Spam \| Web Content Management

Data Breaches Rise in Number and Dollar Amount sponsored by ESET PODCAST: In this podcast, learn how a majority of data breaches are occurring and what companies are and aren't doing to mitigate security risks. Posted: 09 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 09 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Data Encryption \| Data Governance \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Malware \| Regulations \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection

Data Protection Market Drivers and Channel Opportunities sponsored by Sophos Inc. VIDEO: Join Andy Briney and Chris Doggett as they provide insight into the reseller opportunities in data leak protection and endpoint security. In this videocast get answers to your biggest data leak protection reseller questions, including how a partner can differentiate themselves and what a VAR should consider when searching for a solution. Posted: 25 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 25 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Compliance Best Practices \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats \| VARs

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

EC Suite Proactively Eliminates Critical Vulnerabilities to Mitigate Business Risk sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: EC Suite's preventive security approach has yielded a stronger security profile against malicious attacks, reduced overall IT and security operational expenses, and enhanced operational efficiencies. Posted: 17 Apr 2009 \| Published: 17 Apr 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| eCommerce \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Security \| Vulnerability Management

Email Security for Midsize Organizations sponsored by McAfee, Inc. PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Whether you address all five areas in a unified approach or concentrate on strengthening your email protection, McAfee has proven products and a dedicated focus to meet the requirements of your organization. Posted: 24 Nov 2009 \| Published: 24 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Email Management \| Email Security \| Email Security Policies \| Email Security Software \| Malware \| Network Security \| Spam \| Virus Protection

Emerging Internet Security Threats in 2009 sponsored by SearchSecurity.com PRESENTATION: This collection of slides from the Information Security Decisions Conference presents an extensive overview of the internet security threats that have risen up in 2009. Several different cybercrime tactics are discussed and detailed examples are provided for each. Download these slides to get an idea of the threats that your organization is facing. Posted: 29 Oct 2009 \| Published: 29 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Security \| Security Threats

Endpoint Security: Visible Coverage in a Single, Scalable Platform sponsored by Trend Micro, Inc. DATA SHEET: Read this brief data sheet to learn how Trend Micro's Endpoint Security Platform delivers pervasive visibility and control, speeds time to protection, and increases management efficiency. Posted: 24 Aug 2009 \| Published: 24 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Enterprise Computing \| Malware \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Spam \| Web 2.0

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

Evolving Threat Landscape: Business Risk Analysis Methodologies in a (More) Connected World sponsored by ESET WEBCAST: All organizations must face the realities of cyber security risks. Watch this webcast for an informative examination of cyber-risk, risk analysis, and risk mitigation options. Posted: 22 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 22 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Cloud Computing \| Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Data Security \| Malware \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Virus Protection

Fake Anti-Virus Products Generate $34 Million a Month sponsored by ESET PODCAST: The rise in fake anti-virus is astonishing security pros everywhere. Listen to this podcast to learn the latest information about this startling trend. Posted: 03 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 03 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Hackers \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Network Security \| Security \| Spam \| Virus Detection Software \| Virus Protection

First Class Protection for the Mid-Size Organization: Control Your Network with an Out of Box Solution sponsored by ArcSight, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to learn how ArcSight Express can help mid-size organizations better face the numerous security and compliance challenges they confront today. Posted: 10 Sep 2009 \| Published: 10 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Malware \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security \| Network Security Appliances \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security Management \| Security Spending \| Security Threats

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

Getting the most out of Windows 7 with enhanced security sponsored by Sophos Inc. WEBCAST: Attend this webcast to get insights into Windows 7 and find out how Sophos can help you extend protection against the increasingly complex malware threats; we can help you control your users’ environment, and most of all protect what you value. Posted: 04 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 04 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Malware \| Microsoft Office \| Operating Systems \| Security Management \| Security Software \| Windows

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