"IT Security"

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1. The Four Myths of Cyber Security

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Cyber Terrorism | Author: RichardKirk | Date Published: 10/27/2009

   Incidents and exploits crafted by an effective and growing menace are threatening the continuity of and confidence in the very core of our commercial and social infrastructure. In just 90 criminal investigations performed in 2008, where data compromise was confirmed, the Verizon Business RISK team...

2. Security Staffs Deal with Challenges of Compliance, Organized Crime

   [ Article ] Topic: Security Metrics | Author: CarlWeinschenk | Date Published: 11/20/2007

   There is no shortage of evidence that cyber crime is getting more organized . Indeed, it is the one security trend that supersedes all others. The scary idea is that the dark side has banded together and taken a systematic approach to getting their hands on information that doesn't belong to...

3. Pros and Cons of Managed Security Services

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Managed Security Services | Author: BobViolino | Date Published: 08/26/2009

   More organizations are using managed security services, where security functions such as vulnerability assessment and network firewall monitoring are offered to clients as a service. These services offer potential benefits to organizations that lack the internal security resources. They also...

4. Security Threats Make It Vital to Work Together

   [ Article ] Topic: Network Security | Author: SusanHall | Date Published: 11/04/2008

   Imagine an outsider comes to your company, trying to tell you what you "must" do. "Hi, I’ve been doing free work for you. I’m not a customer, nor will I ever be. Please do this. By the way, I’m not paying you to do it." Any business that hasn’t already faced that strange scenario likely will,...

5. Web Data Security: The Next Big Thing

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Network Security | Author: Clark Atwood | Date Published: 07/26/2007

   Web 2.0 , which is commonly referred to as the hosting of applications and information, has really started to roll. With a shift in technology delivery and access begins the painful process of change. These changes will not be small for Web 2.0. Device Agnostic Web 1.x was accessed mostly...

6. IT Security Only as Strong as Your Weakest Link

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Security Policy | Author: DavidMoorman | Date Published: 09/25/2009

   It's been said that you are only as strong as your weakest link, and so it goes with your network security. You may have the latest and greatest equipment and software guarding the gateway to your network, but all that means nothing if you don’t have an IT security policy in place that is...

7. Mobile Security: A Growing Concern for the Wireless Ecosystem

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Mobile Device Security | Author: AnalystPerspectives | Date Published: 11/19/2008

   We are pleased to be partnering with Analyst Perspectives and offering an excerpt of their high valued content. Click here to download the full report. Although mobile computing has proved a boon for the productivity of mobile workers, its adoption is low in industries that handle sensitive...

8. Onion Shell Security – Securing Your Business, Part 2

   [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Network Security | Author: BogdanDumitru | Date Published: 10/06/2009

   Be sure to read . Strategic layers for effective defense The BitDefender Business Security package can be tailored for different computer networks defensive needs. It is a fully automated security suite that allows network administrators to implement security policies, to manage the...

9. Smartphone Security Free Ride Will Soon Be Over

   [ Article ] Topic: Mobile Device Security | Author: CarlWeinschenk | Date Published: 06/30/2009

   The launch of the Palm Pre and the iPhone 3G S is further evidence – if more was needed – that the smartphone category is white hot. While mobile Internet devices (MIDs), netbooks and other types of mobile gear are gaining some traction, it is the smartphone that has captured...

10. First Steps to Address Information Security and Compliance in 2010

    [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Managed Security Services | Author: CarlHerberger | Date Published: 08/25/2009

    A couple of weeks ago, we identified 10 key information security and compliance concerns for 2010 . Developing a comprehensive information security program that addresses how to manage each of these considerations is paramount to ensuring the integrity of your business’ data and the...

11. 10 Key Information Security and Compliance Activities for 2010

    [ Guest Opinion ] Topic: Managed Security Services | Author: CarlHerberger | Date Published: 08/05/2009

    Managing the security of critical information has proven a challenge for businesses and organizations of all sizes. Even companies that invest in the latest security infrastructure and tools soon discover that these technology-based “solutions” are short-lived. From antivirus software to...

12. Security Is Key in Outsourcing Initiatives

    [ Interview ] Topic: Data Security | Author: AnnAll | Date Published: 01/18/2007

    Ann All spoke with Richard Yee, chief security officer for API Outsourcing, a provider of invoice automation solutions to mid-size and Fortune 1000 firms. All : What steps should companies take, in terms of security, if they are considering establishing a relationship with an outsourcing...