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July 06, 2007 06 Jul'07
Microsoft preps six security updates for Windows, Office

Microsoft will release six security updates on Tuesday 10 July to address flaws attackers could exploit to launch malicious code and access sensitive information on victims' machines.
July 05, 2007 05 Jul'07
Zero-day auction site opened by Swiss lab

Swiss start-up WabiSabiLabi is offering zero-day findings for qualified buyers. The site could fuel new debate over flaw disclosure.
July 04, 2007 04 Jul'07
SOA, Web services security gaining priority at large enterprises

All enterprises will have to find tools to secure Web services as Web-based languages, such as extensible markup language (XML) will be gradually introduced into system architectures.
July 04, 2007 04 Jul'07
Cisco users upbeat about security direction

Cisco customers say the vendor's security strategy is headed in the right direction, which is why they believe the networking giant's IronPort integration will be smooth sailing.

July 03, 2007 03 Jul'07
Data storage startups emerge from stealth

Three new storage firms have come out of stealth mode this June. Analysts predict the next new crop of startups will focus on wireless storage, reporting and alternatives to RAID.
July 02, 2007 02 Jul'07
Are PCI auditors pitching products?

Auditors shouldn't be pitching remediation services or products to bring a company into compliance with PCI DSS rules, but some merchants are reporting the practice
July 01, 2007 01 Jul'07
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June 27, 2007 27 Jun'07
Cisco vows to maintain IronPort tech, talent

As it completes the purchase of IronPort Systems, Cisco vows to maintain IronPort's talent base and make investments to keep its newly-acquired technology fresh.
June 25, 2007 25 Jun'07
Richard Granger's departure may jeopardise NHS IT programme

Richard Granger's departure from Connecting for Health may jeopardise the stability and success of the politically driven NHS National Programme for IT.
June 25, 2007 25 Jun'07
PCI Council hears complaints, suggestions for changes

Companies with the most stringent security technologies endure hurdles to comply with PCI DSS. Some firms are turning to the upcoming Burton Group Catalyst Conference for answers.

June 25, 2007 25 Jun'07
Instant messaging usage increase highlights need for policies

A Burton Group report suggests that all companies should have an IM usage policy, even if they haven't deployed IM yet
June 25, 2007 25 Jun'07
Green storage gains ground

HP is just latest vendor to throw its hat into the green storage ring following Pillar Data, HDS and EqualLogic.
June 21, 2007 21 Jun'07
HP users mull blade storage

HP's "blade everything" strategy is starting to emerge in storage. Users at the HP Technology Forum this week mulled the possibilities for the technology.
June 20, 2007 20 Jun'07
10 Ways to Determine if Video Conferencing Can Up Your Productivity and Reduce Your Costs

Video conferencing technologies are the most in-demand applications of the information age. Learn how it can help you boost productivity and reduce costs.
June 20, 2007 20 Jun'07
HP to acquire SPI Dynamics for Web security

HP says it will would bolster Web site assessments and Web application vulnerabilities with its acquisition of Atlanta-based SPI Dynamics Inc.
June 19, 2007 19 Jun'07
Endpoint fears drive PatchLink-SecureWave merger

Experts say the PatchLink-SecureWave merger makes sense since IT pros want a better way to protect their endpoint devices. But PatchLink's market supremacy is far from assured.
June 18, 2007 18 Jun'07
Will HP do the right thing with SPI Dynamics?

Analysts say HP can dramatically boost its security with the purchase of SPI Dynamics, but some users worry about SPI's technology wilting under the new ownership.
June 17, 2007 17 Jun'07
Burton Group Catalyst Conference San Francisco 2007

SearchSecurity.com brings you the latest news, interviews, podcasts and more from the Burton Group Catalyst Conference 2007 in San Francisco.
June 17, 2007 17 Jun'07
VoIP security testing fundamentals

Testing your VoIP security system against all the threats that exist on the network can be a full time job. This guide documents how a VoIP system can be tested and suggest some of the available tools to use -- with a focus on fuzzing tools and ...
June 13, 2007 13 Jun'07
Microsoft patches Windows Vista, IE 7

Microsoft fixed 15 flaws in a variety of products Tuesday, including Windows XP, Vista and Internet Explorer 7. Attackers could exploit the most serious flaws for remote code execution.
June 10, 2007 10 Jun'07
Connecting for Health briefing claims much of NHS NPfIT complete

A confidential Connecting for Health briefing paper for the prime minister has claimed that much of the NHS's £12.4bn National Programme for IT (NPfIT) is complete - although an integrated national care record system has yet to materialise, and ...
June 08, 2007 08 Jun'07
Microsoft to patch Windows Vista, IE 7, Office

In a redesigned advance bulletin for Patch Tuesday, Microsoft said it will fix flaws in Windows Vista, IE 7, Office and other programs. Four updates will address critical problems.
June 08, 2007 08 Jun'07
Serious flaws put Yahoo Messenger users in peril

Attackers could exploit two serious flaws in Yahoo Messenger to run malicious code on targeted machines, vulnerability trackers warned Wednesday.
June 08, 2007 08 Jun'07
VoIP market evolves in 2007

VoIP will see market changes this year as IP PBX sales increase and market leaders shift their focus.
June 07, 2007 07 Jun'07
VoIP performance testing fundamentals

VoIP network performance testing can mean the difference between a VoIP system working at a high level QoS and a weak system that runs so poorly customers could take their business elsewhere. This guide discusses why it is important to run regular ...
June 06, 2007 06 Jun'07
Zero-day flaws affect Firefox, IE

A researcher published details on four new zero-day flaws affecting Firefox and Internet Explorer. They could be exploited to log keystrokes, download malware and steal cookies.
June 05, 2007 05 Jun'07
IBM to acquire Watchfire for risk, compliance

IBM agreed to acquire Waltham, Mass.-based Watchfire Corp. to add Web application and compliance testing tools into Big Blue's Rational development platform.
June 05, 2007 05 Jun'07
Watchfire will help IBM build application security

Analysts have been pushing the Security 3.0 concept this week at Gartner's IT Security Summit, and one analyst says IBM's acquisition of Watchfire illustrates the trend.
June 03, 2007 03 Jun'07
IBM: We're No. 1 in storage hardware

A new combined disk and tape tracker from IDC has IBM trumpeting from the rooftops that it's the market leader. But what's IBM's story when it comes to software?
June 03, 2007 03 Jun'07
Speech technology needs to be more natural to be useful

Once speech technology irons out a few issues, it will become an integral component of many applications and will significantly alter how we access information. In this tip, learn how you can benefit from getting in on this up-and-coming technology.
June 01, 2007 01 Jun'07
Top spammer indicted on email fraud, identity theft

The arrest may reduce the volume of spam in the short-term, say experts and analysts, but the real spam threat comes from criminal gangs based in Asia and Russia.
June 01, 2007 01 Jun'07
Sclavos's VeriSign departure leaves many questions unanswered

Some industry observers say disagreements fueled his resignation, but others say Sclavos's abrupt departure revolved around his role in VeriSign's options accounting practices.
June 01, 2007 01 Jun'07
Check Point promises more VoIP security, fewer slowdowns

Check Point's enhanced Open Performance Architecture is designed for deeper security of technologies like VoIP without the network performance problems that often come with it.
June 01, 2007 01 Jun'07
Springing leaks: Getting smart about data loss prevention

Companies are showing increased interest in data loss prevention (DLP) products, but they won't work well unless the business needs are understood and well defined.
June 01, 2007 01 Jun'07
Google dives into security market

Search engine giant Google has acquired security startup GreenBorder Technologies, making it a bigger player in the wider information security market.
May 31, 2007 31 May'07
HDS CEO quits for HP storage biz

Dave Roberson, CEO of Hitachi Data Systems since 2006, has jumped ship to HP to run the server giant's storage business.
May 30, 2007 30 May'07
Brocade gets into the HBA business

Experts say the move, based on a partnership with LSI, could lower HBA pricing across the board and be the first step toward a Brocade-developed storage virtualization product.
May 29, 2007 29 May'07
SAN School: Table of contents

What is a storage area network? What are the benefits and pitfalls of installation? How can a SAN fit into your organization? These questions and more are answered SAN School.
May 25, 2007 25 May'07
VoIP advice from the trenches

ITKE, or ITKnowledge Exchange, is simply a cool (and quick) way to get a response to your VoIP-related questions.
May 24, 2007 24 May'07
Microsoft fixes Office 2007 patch issues, releases MOICE

The Microsoft Security Response Center acknowledged that some of the company's May 8 security updates didn't make it to machines running Office 2007 on Windows Vista.
May 24, 2007 24 May'07
Symantec, Huawei form joint storage, security company

Symantec has formed a joint venture with storage and networking hardware company Huawei and indicated jointly developed products are coming to the US
May 24, 2007 24 May'07
IETF approves new weapon to fight spam, phish

DomainKeys Identified Mail specification (DKIM) gained approval as an official IETF standard. The approval is seen as a major step in the fight against spam and phishing attacks.
May 24, 2007 24 May'07
Microsoft investigates new Office zero-day flaw

Attackers could exploit a newly-discovered zero-day flaw in Office 2000 to run malicious code on targeted machines, Symantec warned.
May 21, 2007 21 May'07
EMC users push for better power consumption

EMC announces a 1.8 PB VTL, deduplication for VMware and bare-metal restore for servers as users caution the company to stay focused on everyday problems, such as power consumption.
May 21, 2007 21 May'07
Mobile instant messaging enhances company's business processes

A mobile IM service acquired by a hosted VoIP provider encourages more companies to enhance their business processes.
May 17, 2007 17 May'07
VoIP security fundamentals

VoIP security is a challenge for IT staff because IP telephony brings with it not only the security problems of data networks but also new threats specific to VoIP. In this fundamentals guide, learn about network security threats and emerging IP ...
May 16, 2007 16 May'07
When signature based antivirus isn't enough

Zero-day exploits, targeted attacks and increasing demands for endpoint application controls are driving the rapid metamorphosis from signature-based antivirus and antispyware to HIPS-based integrated products.
May 11, 2007 11 May'07
Cisco fixes fresh flaws in IOS

Attackers could exploit two flaws in Cisco's IOS to cause a denial of service or tamper with data in a device file system.
May 10, 2007 10 May'07
EMC buys Indigo Stone for bare-metal restore

EMC has been hush-hush about adding Indigo Stone, a bare-metal restore software company, to its stack of acquisitions.
May 09, 2007 09 May'07
Symantec fixes flaws in Norton, pcAnywhere

Attackers could exploit flaws in Symantec's Norton AntiVirus and pcAnywhere to launch malicious code or compromise a user's session credentials.