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January 30, 2007
30
Jan'07
Symantec unveils 'universal ID system'
Symantec said the goal is to create a universally accepted identity system across all Web sites -- from online financial institutions to retailers -- for millions of consumers.
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January 30, 2007
30
Jan'07
Using IAM tools to improve compliance
Provisioning and password management tools can ease complexity, reduce help desk calls and save money. But they also have an added benefit: they can help with your compliance woes.
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January 29, 2007
29
Jan'07
Hybrid drives hit NAS boxes
DNF will be making hybrid drives available in all of its storage products, but it doesn't recommend them for IP SANs.
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January 29, 2007
29
Jan'07
Managed VoIP -- 10 tips for a smooth migration
Migrating to managed VoIP doesn't have to be a headache. Here, Verizon Business offers 10 top tips to ensure you get what you need.
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January 29, 2007
29
Jan'07
TJX faces lawsuit over data breach
A class action lawsuit against TJX accuses the retailer of negligence for not doing enough to secure customer data and for keeping quiet about the breach for a month.
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January 28, 2007
28
Jan'07
IBM improves data recovery process for TSM users
Tivoli Storage Manager 5.4, released this week, establishes a disk cache for most recently backed-up files, improving the slow restore times associated with the product.
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January 28, 2007
28
Jan'07
IBM to acquire Softek, looks to pump up services biz
IBM says it intends to use Softek's Transparent Data Migration Facility within its Global Services business.
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January 28, 2007
28
Jan'07
Brocade unveils McData integration roadmap
McData's directors and FICON routers will remain separate product lines for now; McData's SAN management software will replace Brocade's Fabric Manager.
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Balancing the cost and benefits of countermeasures
The final tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats."
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Malware: The ever-evolving threat
The first tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats"
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Network-based attacks
The second tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats."
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Information theft and cryptographic attacks
The third tip in our series, "How to assess and mitigate information security threats."
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
IBM tool makes online purchases anonymous
A new tool makes online purchases anonymous by using artificial identity information. Experts say enterprises need to adopt the technology before it can become a viable option.
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Symantec makes major update to Enterprise Vault
Symantec adds automated data classification and integration with security products in Version 7.0 of its Enterprise Vault archiving tool; EMC reports record earnings for the fourth quarter.
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January 25, 2007
25
Jan'07
Apple fixes Mac Wi-Fi flaw
The Mac OS X Wi-Fi flaw Apple fixed on 24 Jan was first disclosed as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs in November. Attackers could exploit it to crash the targeted system.
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January 24, 2007
24
Jan'07
iSCSI SANs grow in midmarket, enterprise
Because transporting "SCSI over IP" leverages ubiquitous Ethernet networks, that translates to lower cost, easier maintenance and simpler management, which makes SAN deployment more attractive for SMEs.
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January 24, 2007
24
Jan'07
Microsoft investigates new Word zero-day
An unpatched memory-corruption flaw in Microsoft Word is the target of "limited" attacks in the wild, Microsoft confirmed Thursday.
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January 24, 2007
24
Jan'07
TJX data breach info used to make fraudulent purchases
Fraudulent purchases have been reported globally, according to a trade association that represents more than 200 banks in Massachusetts.
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January 24, 2007
24
Jan'07
Microsoft, Nortel introduce new unified communications apps
Microsoft and Nortel's Innovative Communications Alliance takes unified communications to the next level with its latest combined applications.
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January 23, 2007
23
Jan'07
Cisco fixes IOS flaws
Attackers could exploit three Cisco IOS flaws to cause a denial of service or launch malicious code. The networking giant has released fixes.
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January 23, 2007
23
Jan'07
Veracode launches on-demand code analysis service
New start up Veracode gives customers the ability to analyse the application binary, and not simply the source code.
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January 23, 2007
23
Jan'07
McAfee: Malware all about ID theft
The use of keylogger technology is surging and there's been a 100-fold rise in phishing attacks, according to a new report from McAfee.
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January 18, 2007
18
Jan'07
How can click-to-dial (click-to-call) be enabled at remote offices?
We've just installed Mitel 3300's across three sites and are looking to complete click-to-dial (click-to-call) for users utilizing Outlook 2003. The calls will then be pushed out via a 5340 handset. We can achieve this locally from our main site, ...
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January 17, 2007
17
Jan'07
Companies take IM threats seriously
Wesabe is a brand new money management community. It takes threats to IM as seriously as those targeting email and web applications
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January 16, 2007
16
Jan'07
Fortify Software to acquire Secure Software
The acquisition of Secure Software will allow Fortify to expand into the requirements and design phases of the software development lifecycle, the company said.
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January 15, 2007
15
Jan'07
Core Security offers powerful testing tool
We highly recommend Core Impact 6.0 to security engineers to verify the vulnerability of their networks.
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January 15, 2007
15
Jan'07
Apere's IMAG 500 a tough sell
Product review: Apere says many of the issues we encountered are addressed in its next release, but mid-enterprise businesses may not have the tolerance for this product.
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January 11, 2007
11
Jan'07
Oracle emulates Microsoft with advance patch notice
Oracle will patch 52 security flaws across its product line Tuesday, according to its inaugural CPU advance notification bulletin.
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January 10, 2007
10
Jan'07
Out-of-cycle Microsoft patch likely, experts say
Patch specialists and IT administrators were surprised Microsoft didn't fix much-publicised Word zero-day flaws Tuesday. But they don't fault the company for holding back.
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January 10, 2007
10
Jan'07
Sophos acquires Endforce to add NAC
Antivirus vendor Sophos is rounding out its email Web and desktop security software with Endforce's network access control (NAC) software.
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January 09, 2007
09
Jan'07
Remote flaw in Vista could earn finder $8,000
VeriSign Inc.'s iDefense Labs is offering an $8,000 bounty to any researcher who finds a remotely exploitable flaw in Windows Vista.
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January 09, 2007
09
Jan'07
Network configuration management key to VoIP success
While companies spend millions on upgrading infrastructure for VoIP, little attention is given to solving the largest source of downtime – configuration-related outages due to human error.
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
How far apart can SAN locations be?
Storage locations can potentially be very far apart, separated by thousands of miles, even around the globe. The real consideration in selecting distance is that of latency...
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
What has been the impact of storage virtualization on SAN deployments?
I really have not seen storage virtualization driving storage area network (SAN) deployment...
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
Critical fixes for Excel, Outlook and Windows
Microsoft starts the year with security updates for Excel, Outlook and Windows. Three of the fixes are rated critical.
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
Convergence, interoperability key in disaster planning
Convergence and interoperability are major factors in ensuring communications continuity in a disaster.
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
Attackers hide malicious code using new method
Attackers have designed a new way to thwart virus signatures from antivirus vendors, says a new report.
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
What guidelines should our listeners use for oversubscribing or under subscribing?
Oversubscription has long been a contentious topic...
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January 08, 2007
08
Jan'07
What are some best practices when it comes to designing a SAN?
First, design for growth. Next, design for maintenance, which may include...
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January 07, 2007
07
Jan'07
Bug Briefs: OpenOffice vulnerable to attack
Other flaws were reported in Apple QuickTime, Mac OS X, Adobe Flash Player, VideoLAN VLC, the Opera Web browser, and Cisco Access Control Server.
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January 07, 2007
07
Jan'07
Microsoft nixes four patch bulletins
Eight security updates were originally scheduled for Patch Tuesday , but Microsoft has decided to hold back on half of them.
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January 03, 2007
03
Jan'07
Cisco bolsters security with IronPort buy
Cisco Systems agreed Thursday to buy Internet gateway security vendor IronPort Systems Inc. for $830 million.
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January 03, 2007
03
Jan'07
Cisco software vulnerable to attack
Cisco's Clean Access software and Clean Access Manager are at risk to attack. A malicious user can access a database snapshot and download it without authentication.
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January 02, 2007
02
Jan'07
Security pros grumble over spam increase
Spim and spam from unexpected sources is challenging enterprises in 2007. Some enterprises are taking action.
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December 26, 2006
26
Dec'06
Looking back at information security in 2006
In this special edition of Security Wire Weekly, senior news writer Bill Brenner reviews his top interviews of 2006.
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December 21, 2006
21
Dec'06
Microsoft investigates Windows Vista flaw
Local users could gain elevated system privileges and run malicious commands by exploiting an error within the Windows server library. Vista is among the OS versions affected.
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December 20, 2006
20
Dec'06
Top 10 storage acquisitions of 2006
Industry consolidation was fast and furious this year. We rank the deals by quality, not quantity.
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December 19, 2006
19
Dec'06
Microsoft releases Vista APIs to security vendors
Microsoft released a draft set of programming interfaces allowing security vendors to develop software using the Windows kernel on 64-bit systems.
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December 19, 2006
19
Dec'06
Mozilla fixes multiple Firefox flaws
Digital miscreants could exploit flaws in Mozilla's popular Firefox browser to bypass security programs, access sensitive information and conduct cross-site scripting attacks.
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December 18, 2006
18
Dec'06
VoIP hacking exposed in new book
VoIP hacking is a reality, and in a new book, two VoIP security experts outline the tools and tricks to avoid a system-crushing hack.