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ALSO CALLED: Day-zero Threats, Zero Day Threats, Internet Threats, Security Breaches, Virus Threats, Day Zero Threats, Computer Security Threats, Network Security Threats, Threat Mitigation, Network-level Threats, Network Threats, Network Level Threats, Spyware Threats, Internet Security Threats, Application Security Threats, Threat Management, Software Security Threats, Information Security Threats, Threats, Web Threats DEFINITION: Parameter tampering is a form of Web-based hacking event (called an attack) in which certain parameters in the Uniform Resource Locator (URL) or Web page form field data entered by a user are changed without that user's authorization. This points the browser to a link, page or site other than the one the user intends (although it may look exactly the same to the casual observer). Parameter tampering … Definition continues below.
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CDW Security Assessment Tool sponsored by CDW Corporation ASSESSMENT TOOL: Network security is critical to organizations of all sizes and across all industries. The CDW Security Assessment can help you to easure your network security against that of your peers, Understand how various security threats can affect your organization, and more. Start your assessment now. Posted: 09 Feb 2010 \| Published: 09 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Intrusion Prevention \| Network Security \| Networking \| Security \| Security Threats \| Spam \| Spyware \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Assessments

Harnessing the world of Web 2.0 sponsored by SonicWALL PODCAST: The world of Web 2.0 is upon us. Ultimately, it will become a part of the fabric of every organization. While a productivity driver, it places significant demands on the network’s infrastructure. This podcast gives you insight into key strategies and tools that can help you manage, secure and propagate this mission-critical technology. Posted: 05 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 05 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Internet Security \| Network Security \| Security \| Security Threats \| Web 2.0 \| Web Application Security

Mitigating against Web 2.0 attacks sponsored by SonicWALL VIDEO: This video offers an overview of the risks social networking applications pose to the enterprise. Review the latest phishing and worm attacks and spam campaigns from Twitter and Facebook and uncover the risks associated with Web 2.0 applications. Posted: 05 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 05 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Internet Security \| Network Security \| Security \| Security Threats \| Web 2.0 \| Web Application Security

Cloud computing: Security risks and compliance implications sponsored by IBM VIDEO: In this video, David Sherry explains the cloud's many uses, its current advantages and disadvantages, and most importantly, the security risks and compliance issues that must be considered with any cloud computing implementation. Posted: 05 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 05 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Best Practices \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Testing

Presentation Transcript: Three Reasons Why Security Fails and What to Do About It sponsored by Sophos Inc. PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: Web security seems to get tougher every year. Dynamic content, user generated content, and social networking increase the complexity of securing hosted web servers. Read this presentation transcript to learn about the latest web threats, which ones to be most concerned with, and what IT pros should do to help prevent them. Posted: 03 Feb 2010 \| Published: 03 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Internet Security \| Secure Application Development \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Web Application Security

Information Security Magazine - February 2010: Under Control sponsored by Information Security Magazine EZINE: Feature articles this month cover bringing data loss prevention coverage to mobile endpoints, readers’ security priorities and top investments for 2010, and new compliance mandates in Massachusetts and Nevada that signal a new generation of data protection laws. Read on for these great articles and more. Posted: 03 Feb 2010 \| Published: 03 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Internet Security \| Regulations \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Managers \| Security Policies \| Security Spending \| Security Threats

Application Security Viewpoint sponsored by Ounce Labs, an IBM Company PODCAST: Application security is the aspect of understanding how applications are built and how someone could gain an advantage by looking at the application’s flaws. In this podcast, dive into the nature of applications for details on their security and how we interact with them. Posted: 03 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 03 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management

Lessons Learned From Web 2.0 sponsored by SonicWALL WEBCAST: The productivity, user experience and collaboration benefits of Web 2.0 are enormous but so is the potential for damage to the network. However, among the risks there are success stories. In this webcast review the pitfalls of Web 2.0, the best ways to mitigate security risks, and how to regain control over application management. Posted: 03 Feb 2010 \| Premieres: 03 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Application Monitoring \| Application Security \| Internet Security \| Security \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management \| Web 2.0 \| Web Application Security

New Security Management Model sponsored by NitroSecurity WHITE PAPER: Next-generation security management must be built upon a foundation of massive data collection, processing, and storage; deep and diverse data analytics; and virtualization and cloud intelligence. Read this paper to learn how to accommodate changing business and technology needs. Posted: 02 Feb 2010 \| Published: 02 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Data Collection \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Storage Security \| Virtualization Security

2010: Cybercrime Coming of Age sponsored by ESET WHITE PAPER: In this paper you'll read that cybercrime is on the rise, not only in terms of the number of perpetrators and the volume of crimes committed, but also in terms of the range of techniques employed to carry them out. Posted: 02 Feb 2010 \| Published: 02 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Cybersecurity \| Cyberterrorism \| Malware \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management \| Windows

New Web Security Threats and Counter Measures sponsored by Sophos Inc. PODCAST: Listen to this podcast where Richard Wang discusses the latest web security threats and how to proactively prevent them. Learn how web scanning filters can help to constantly monitor websites and eliminate malicious content. Posted: 01 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 01 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security \| Web Browsers

Three Reasons Why Web Security Fails and What To Do About It sponsored by Sophos Inc. VIDEO: Watch this interview with Richard Wang, manager of SophosLabs US, where he will discuss the top three web threats facing organizations today - SQL injection, User Generated Content and proxies. Learn about the latest web threats that organizations should be most concerned with and what IT pros should do to help prevent them. Posted: 01 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 01 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Cybersecurity \| Hackers \| Security \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security

Avoiding the SANS Top 25 Most Dangerous Programming Errors sponsored by Veracode, Inc. WEBCAST: The SANS/CWE list of the Top 25 Most Dangerous Programming Errors is already becoming the "standard" for developing secure applications in many large enterprises. In this webcast, review the prevalence of attacks that use vulnerabilities listed in the Top 25 and learn how to safeguard your code to avoid the most dangerous programming errors. Posted: 01 Feb 2010 \| Premiered: 01 Feb 2010 TOPICS: Application Security \| Code Management \| Cross-Site Scripting \| Programming \| Security \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Management \| Web Application Security

Comparing Email Management Systems sponsored by Sunbelt Software WHITE PAPER: To understand organizations’ perceptions about various email management systems, Sunbelt Software engaged Osterman Research to survey organizations that are using five different email management systems. This white paper presents the results of those findings. Posted: 29 Jan 2010 \| Published: 29 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Downtime \| Email Management \| Email Security \| Email Threats \| Malware \| Security Threats \| Storage Management \| Virus Detection Software

Comparing Antivirus Scanning Performance and System Resource Utilization sponsored by Sunbelt Software WHITE PAPER: Tests show that Sunbelt Software’s VIPRE Enterprise endpoint security solution offers better scanning performance with minimal system resource compared to McAfee VirusScan Enterprise and Symantec Endpoint Protection products. Read this white paper to learn more! Posted: 28 Jan 2010 \| Published: 28 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Endpoint Security \| Operating Systems \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection

Five Questions Counterfeiters and Competitors Don’t Want You to Ask sponsored by Thales WHITE PAPER: Counterfeiters, competitors, off-brands, and grey market promoters thrive on a lack of awareness—and on the continuation of traditional methods used to combat them. Here are five questions they hope you never ask. Posted: 27 Jan 2010 \| Published: 27 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Authentication \| Authorization \| Fraud Protection \| Intellectual Property \| Security Best Practices \| Security Standards \| Security Threats

Should You Install Messaging Security Software On Your Exchange Server? sponsored by Sunbelt Software WHITE PAPER: Osterman Research completed Web-based surveys with individuals involved in managing Microsoft Exchange for their organizations. This white paper discusses the results of the surveys, conclusions about administrators’ attitudes about installing third-party software on the Exchange Server, and it provides information on Sunbelt Software’s VIPRE®. Posted: 27 Jan 2010 \| Published: 27 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Downtime \| Email Management \| Integrated Threat Management \| Intrusion Prevention \| IT Best Practices \| Malware \| Messaging Security \| Microsoft Exchange \| Network Security \| Security Threats \| Server Management

The Great Balancing Act: Using USB Flash Drives in Government Environments sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: USB flash drives and other portable devices are valuable tools in the typical government staffer’s virtual toolkit. Read this white paper to learn the successful use of all portable devices and how to strike the right balance between the productivity they offer and the risks they pose. Posted: 27 Jan 2010 \| Published: 27 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Migration \| Endpoint Security \| Malware \| Peripheral Hardware \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Threats \| USB

Network Security : Dolphin Fast Food®/Burger King® Franchisee Case Study sponsored by SonicWALL CASE STUDY: Dolphin Fast Food was faced with several challenges of a vulnerable and unreliable wireless deployment including the need to comply with PCI and corporate regulations, unreliable service, and malware attacks. Read this case study to learn how Dolphin Fast Food found a solution with SonicWALL to provide reliable and compliant wireless access. Posted: 27 Jan 2010 \| Published: 27 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Network Monitoring Software \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Security \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| VPN \| Wi-Fi \| Wireless Security \| WLAN

Three Ways to Prevent Insider Risk Within Your SCCM-Managed Environment sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how removable device policy enforcement can prevent risks while enabling managed use of necessary productivity tools—seamlessly within your Microsoft® System Center Configuration Manager-managed environment. Posted: 27 Jan 2010 \| Published: 27 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Business Process Automation \| Configuration Management \| Data Encryption \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Malware \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Threats \| USB

A Security Strategy for Web 2.0 and Social Networking sponsored by SonicWALL WHITE PAPER: The onslaught of Web 2.0 and social networking is essentially unstoppable. This paper will help organizations understand the nature and impact of the Web 2.0 phenomenon. Applicable security challenges will be explored and a concise yet comprehensive strategy will be provided for mitigating them. Posted: 14 Jan 2010 \| Published: 14 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Internet Security \| Internet Usage \| Security \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Web Services Security

Presentation Transcript: How Application Whitelisting Can Increase Your Desktop Security sponsored by Faronics PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In the past, many security pros relied on one technology to protect their computers and networks. Today, most organizations use several technologies to protect their organization. In this Presentation Transcript, learn how application whitelisting enhances current defenses and covers situations not addressed by firewalls and antivirus utilities. Posted: 07 Jan 2010 \| Published: 07 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Application Security \| Cybersecurity \| Firewall Appliances \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Industry \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection

The Malware Report: Conficker Worm Now Infects Over 7 Million PCs sponsored by ESET PODCAST: Matt Grant talks with Randy Abrams about the high number of malware-infected users in Russia and Ukraine. Unfortunately, with the use of pirated software, it's spreading. In this podcast, Randy dishes out some advice on how to prevent this sort of malware and what ISPs can do to help. Posted: 07 Jan 2010 \| Premiered: 07 Jan 2010 TOPICS: ISP \| Malware \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management \| Windows \| Worms

High-performance protection at the network edge—what, why and how sponsored by Sophos Inc. WHITE PAPER: With more demands being put on lightweight network-edge hardware to provide security and connectivity, combining simplified malware detection with URI filtering can offer excellent proactive protection without overburdening the hardware or the administrator. Posted: 05 Jan 2010 \| Published: 05 Jan 2010 TOPICS: High Performance Computing \| Malware \| Network Security \| Network Security Software \| Security \| Security Software \| Security Threats

Not all malware detection is created equal sponsored by Sophos Inc. WHITE PAPER: The internet is now the number-one conduit for infecting users with malware. Sophos detects a new infected web page every few seconds. This white paper outlines the terms you need to know and the steps you should take to stay safe. Posted: 05 Jan 2010 \| Published: 05 Jan 2010 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Anti-Spyware Software \| Malware \| Security \| Security Software \| Security Threats \| Virus Detection Software \| Virus Protection

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SECURITY THREATS DEFINITION (continued): … can be employed by hackers and identity thieves to surreptitiously obtain personal or business information about the user.Countermeasures specific to the prevention of parameter tampering involve the validation of all parameters to ensure that they conform to standards concerning minimum and maximum allowable length, allowable numeric range, allowable character sequences and patterns, whether or not the parameter is actually required to conduct the transaction in question, and whether or not null is allowed. Whitelisting (accepting only allowable input) is more effective than blacklisting (refusing …
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