Email has long been a favorite method for malicious hackers looking to launch attacks, and one of the first steps in defending against vicious email threats lies in developing a strong email authentication strategy. In this tip, contributor Noah Schiffman discusses the two most popular and effective types of authentication systems, and unveils the positive and negative aspects of each approach.
What is the best way to protect our systems against the spyware, phishings and other malware not detected by antivirus programs?
Clusters and servers expert Don Becker explains that references to Beowulf in a user's /var/log/messages.0 file are not a hacker's intrusions but kernel messages from an old device driver.
In an on-screen demonstration, learn how Tor can be used to ensure that surfing habits aren't recorded by malicious hackers.
Both IPS and IDS tools are designed to monitor the network for signs of unusual activity. Network security expert Mike Chapple explain how each technology differs in its approach.
Since the DNS cache-poisoning flaw was exposed, DNS security has come under scrutiny. Security management expert Mike Rothman explains where DNS security should live within the risk matrix.
The increasingly pervasive use of wireless handhelds in the enterprise is just one reason why malware pros are getting serious about mobile malware. Lisa Phifer details all the reasons why smartphone and PDA viruses and malware may be on the rise, and measures enterprises can take to protect the sensitive data they often contain.
When trying to trace Trojans, antimalware tools are indispensible. But which tools are the best? In this security threats expert response, learn which tools are the best for determining if your system has been infiltrated.
The dominant type of cyber attack consumers face today combines the most effective strategies and characteristics of historical attacks to form a “Super Attack.”
A rise in social engineering tactics leave some industries more at risk to malware exposure, according to a report from ScanSafe Inc.
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Today's top security priorities
Attacks based on vulnerabilities in websites are skyrocketing, and not many solutions are available to protect organizations against them. How do you deal with this and other key security issues today?
Taking a holistic business-centric approach to security
Today’s CIOs face multiple challenges, including the need to innovate in an extremely competitive business climate, address highly dynamic regulatory and compliance challenges, speed ROI to counter shrinking IT budgets, and secure their organizations against a wide barrage of sophisticated threats.
UTM product offers Logansport Savings Bank superior protection
Astaro Security Gateway’s IPS was able to block attacks that other intrusion prevention systems (IPS) missed at Logansport Savings Bank.
Hong Leong Financial opts for Juniper Networks at new Malaysia head office, data center
Hong Leong Financial Group Berhad builds complete and seamless data center and office network infrastructure with Juniper switches, security devices and Junos software.
