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August 02, 2007 02 Aug'07
VMware helps SRM make a comeback

Symantec's CommandCentral version 5.0 adds support for VMware, which experts say will breathe new life into a fading corner of the storage market.
August 01, 2007 01 Aug'07
Black Hat 2007: Vista users urged to beware of IPv6

A researcher warns that attackers could make trouble for Vista users by exploiting Teredo, an IPv6 tunneling tool enabled by default in the latest Windows OS.
August 01, 2007 01 Aug'07
Users make iSCSI Sans with USB keys

Users say that Open-E's iSCSI San software, which is delivered on a USB stick, is more affordable than prepackaged systems and has more support than free iSCSI target products.
August 01, 2007 01 Aug'07
Mozilla fixes two critical Firefox flaws

Firefox version 2.0.0.6 addresses critical flaws involving unescaped URLs passing to external programs and privilege escalation.

July 31, 2007 31 Jul'07
Security update fixes Yahoo Widgets flaw

Attackers could exploit a Yahoo Widgets flaw to run malicious code on compromised Windows computers, but a security update is available.
July 31, 2007 31 Jul'07
Fixed-content data archiving products get a boost

Caringo, EMC and HDS spruce up their fixed-content data archiving products as buzz around compliance and legal discovery continues.
July 31, 2007 31 Jul'07
Riverbed extends WAFS to laptops

Steelhead Mobile installs on workstations without an onsite appliance. Users say they'd like to see better integration between the mobile and data center versions of the product.
July 30, 2007 30 Jul'07
Warning issued over unpatched Firefox flaw

Vulnerability clearinghouse Secunia and US-CERT have issued advisories about the input validation flaw
July 30, 2007 30 Jul'07
Most antispam technologies get failing grade

An independent study finds that many enterprises are not satisfied with traditional antispam technologies.
July 25, 2007 25 Jul'07
EMC reports Clariion surge, data archiving slump

EMC's revenues are up this quarter, attributed in part to a big boost in Clariion sales, but CEO Joe Tucci is critical of the company's execution in data archiving.

July 25, 2007 25 Jul'07
Serious flaw affects BIND Internet server software

BIND DNS software, used in translating domain names into IP addresses for Internet traffic, has a flaw that could trick users into visiting a malicious Web site.
July 25, 2007 25 Jul'07
Cisco issues warning for wireless LAN controller flaws

Cisco Systems is warning customers of flaws in its wireless LAN controllers that initially crippled a wireless network at Duke University.
July 24, 2007 24 Jul'07
Hifn buys Siafu for storage security, data reduction

Chipmaker Hifn is looking to get into storage systems. It says OEMs are already lined up for encrypted iSCSI SAN and primary storage data reduction products.
July 24, 2007 24 Jul'07
XenSource embeds Symantec storage software

Server virtualisation firm XenSource embeds Symantec's storage management software into its hypervisor
July 24, 2007 24 Jul'07
Apple iPhone crack discovered by security researchers

Researchers have found a way to take complete control of the Apple iPhone by sending a user to a malicious Web site.
July 24, 2007 24 Jul'07
New hacking technique exploits common programming error

Researchers at Watchfire Inc. say they discovered a new technique that exploits a common dangling pointer error.
July 23, 2007 23 Jul'07
PCI compliance costs often underestimated, study finds

Companies are moving forward with PCI DSS projects, but many are underestimating the costs associated with compliance.
July 23, 2007 23 Jul'07
LeftHand refreshes iSCSI SAN software

Version 7.0 of LeftHand's iSCSI SAN software contains dozens of new features, including support for four-way replication and brushed-up thin provisioning.
July 23, 2007 23 Jul'07
Core Security CEO to step down

Paul Paget, the CEO of penetration testing software vendor Core Security Technologies said he is better-suited for start-ups
July 22, 2007 22 Jul'07
Black Hat Las Vegas 2007: Special news coverage

SearchSecurity.com covers all the controversy at this year's show with news, features, podcasts, interviews, exploits and more direct from Las Vegas.
July 18, 2007 18 Jul'07
For Boeing, data security, network access still hazy

Boeing is trying to reshape its network security architecture to better protect sensitive systems from threats without degrading employee productivity.
July 17, 2007 17 Jul'07
CDP platform purchase considerations

Busy IT organizations are employing continuous data protection (CDP) technologies to guard data on the fly, essentially eliminating the backup window and allowing granular file and system restoration -- sometimes down to the individual disk write ...
July 17, 2007 17 Jul'07
Oracle plans 46 security updates for database, software

Attackers could tamper with database servers and host operating systems by exploiting flaws across Oracle's product line.
July 16, 2007 16 Jul'07
Oracle's July 2007 CPU has 45 security fixes

Oracle stuffed 45 security updates into its July 2007 CPU, fixing flaws across its product line attackers could exploit remotely to compromise corporate databases.
July 13, 2007 13 Jul'07
Antispyware legislation gets tepid reviews

Congress is debating three different bills that would punish spyware pushers, but some IT professionals have their doubts about legislation as a solution to the problem.
July 12, 2007 12 Jul'07
Mobility could hold the key to broader UC adoption

Unified communications (UC) has been available for several years in various shapes and forms, but adoption within corporations has been slow. Mobile UC is right around the corner and may act as a catalyst for greater UC adoption.
July 12, 2007 12 Jul'07
IBM washes hands of IceCube storage project

IBM is spinning out its long overdue next-generation storage system, code-named IceCube, and is seeking $15 million in funding to commercialize the product.
July 12, 2007 12 Jul'07
Zero-day auction site highlights ethical debate

A new auction site plans to cash in on flaw research. Executive Editor Dennis Fisher explores if it's a viable business model and if research should be sold to the highest bidder.
July 11, 2007 11 Jul'07
Mobility could hold the key to broader UC adoption

Unified communications (UC) and unified messaging are on the verge of launching a mobile platform. Learn more about mobile UC from Yankee Group's Zeus Kerravala.
July 11, 2007 11 Jul'07
Video over IP: What the voice manager needs to know

Video over IP lets users stream video and videoconference, but when implementing it, voice managers must consider VoIP integration and traffic concerns.
July 09, 2007 09 Jul'07
Microsoft July updates for critical Excel, Windows and .NET flaws

Of the six security updates Microsoft released Tuesday, experts expressed the most concern about a critical glitch in the .NET Framework that could leave client machines and Web servers open to attack.
July 09, 2007 09 Jul'07
Google buy shakes up email archiving

Google's acquisition of Postini will boost adoption of Gmail, pushing email archiving players to add support for hosted applications.
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.