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  • November 30, 2006 30 Nov'06

    Symantec blames piracy for Veritas licensing snafu

    Weekly compilation of storage news: Symantec says that software counterfeiting is throwing a wrench in tech support ; FRCP rules take effect.

  • November 30, 2006 30 Nov'06

    Oracle responds to security critics

    Security Blog Log: Oracle takes on researchers who have criticised its security procedures in recent weeks. Meanwhile, Symantec warns of new zombie malware.

  • November 29, 2006 29 Nov'06

    Multiple flaws in Adobe Reader, Acrobat

    Multiple flaws in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could allow attackers to execute malicious commands on victims' computers.

  • November 29, 2006 29 Nov'06

    Podcast: Security certifications pay could rebound in '07

    Security certifications pay is languishing, according to skill and certifications pay expert David Foote of Foote Research. Foote examines the state of the IT security job market.

  • November 28, 2006 28 Nov'06

    Symantec fixes NetBackup Puredisk flaw

    An unauthorised user could launch malicious code by exploiting a flaw in Symantec's Veritas NetBackup PureDisk product. But a fix is available.

  • November 28, 2006 28 Nov'06

    Adware targets Mac OS X

    As F-Secure notes what may be the first example of adware designed for Macs, researcher LMH reports more flaws in the operating system as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs.

  • November 28, 2006 28 Nov'06

    Study: Some firms balk at mobile security

    Companies are failing to safeguard sensitive data on employee mobile devices, according to a survey by the Business Performance Management Forum.

  • November 23, 2006 23 Nov'06

    Commentary: We've never met a "thought follower"

    A couple of days back, a vendor tried to convince us that their new security consultancy services should be of interest to you, our readers.

  • November 22, 2006 22 Nov'06

    Zango defying FTC agreement, researchers say

    This week in Security Blog Log: Two researchers accuse Zango of unsavory adware tactics, despite the company's pledge to clean up its act.

  • November 21, 2006 21 Nov'06

    New Mac OS X flaw exposed

    A Mac OS X flaw was exposed as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs. Also, a new Web site vows to follow the lead of researchers LMH and H.D. Moore with a week of Oracle zero-days.

  • November 21, 2006 21 Nov'06

    BakBone brushes up replication software

    BakBone's NetVault Replicator version 5.0 includes automatic configuration of replication for remote sites, a capacity planning tool and a higher performance data movement engine.

  • November 20, 2006 20 Nov'06

    Insider security threats come in many forms

    Insiders could be the greatest threat to a company's security. The best defense is to let them know Big Brother is watching and a plan to deal with troublemakers.

  • November 19, 2006 19 Nov'06

    Virtualisation: friend or foe? [Day Two: The virtual appliance]

    Virtualisation slashes costs, makes management easier, unshackles software configurations from hardware. And it is being embraced around the world. But is it secure? In this three-part series, Patrick Gray explores the security implications of this ...

  • November 13, 2006 13 Nov'06

    Trojan poses as Adobe software update

    The Trojan keylogger comes in an email that asks users to download the latest version of Adobe Reader. It then tries to steal the user's confidential information.

  • November 08, 2006 08 Nov'06

    Storage virtualization acquisitions need careful consideration

    Storage virtualization alleviates traditional storage growth problems by implementing a layer of abstraction between applications and physical storage, allowing storage to be combined and treated as a ubiquitous resource, regardless of location. ...

  • November 08, 2006 08 Nov'06

    Microsoft to patch critical zero-day flaws in Windows

    Microsoft plans to repair five critical flaws in Windows and a flaw in XML Core Services as part of its monthly patch update next week.

  • November 07, 2006 07 Nov'06

    Mozilla fixes Firefox flaws

    Attackers could exploit multiple flaws in Firefox, SeaMonkey and Thunderbird to crash machines, bypass security restrictions and launch malicious code.

  • November 06, 2006 06 Nov'06

    How to manage encryption keys

    Encryption is an effective way to secure data, but the encryption keys used must be carefully managed to ensure data remains protected and accessible when needed.

  • November 06, 2006 06 Nov'06

    Agency improves security grades under CISO's watch

    CISO Philip Heneghan has made security a way of life for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). His work earned him a Security 7 award.

  • November 06, 2006 06 Nov'06

    Sourcefire IPO could fuel Snort, users say

    Snort users frowned when Check Point tried to acquire Sourcefire last year. But they are more optimistic about Sourcefire's plans to go public.

  • November 05, 2006 05 Nov'06

    Microsoft eyes second zero-day threat in a week

    This time, attackers are going after a zero-day flaw in Windows, and Microsoft has released some workarounds until a patch is available.

  • November 05, 2006 05 Nov'06

    Mobile device encryption - a practice not often applied

    Encryption is the best way to protect data on mobile devices -- but too few companies are actually deploying this critical technology.

  • November 02, 2006 02 Nov'06

    Review: SPI Dynamics' WebInspect 6.1

    SPI Dynamics has created a powerful tool for novices as well as advanced users who will appreciate the time and effort it saves.

  • November 01, 2006 01 Nov'06

    Tor network privacy could be cracked

    The Tor network is used by those who want to keep their IP addresses private. But new research shows that it's possible to compromise the system and unmask the user.

  • October 31, 2006 31 Oct'06

    Flaw found in Firefox 2.0

    Attackers could exploit the security flaw to crash versions 1.5.0.7 and 2.0 of the browser, according to various security advisories.

  • October 31, 2006 31 Oct'06

    E-vaulting's many faces can confuse IT efforts

    E-vaulting is the process that describes how enterprise IT departments ship backup tapes and replicate data to remote disk arrays and VTLs. E-vaulting is not a new concept, but more recently it has grown to mean remote backups and replication for ...

  • October 30, 2006 30 Oct'06

    Messaging Security School

    SearchSecurity.com's Messaging Security School has brought together some of the most knowledgeable experts in the messaging security field to offer you personal instruction on how to secure the information handled by your organization's knowledge ...

  • October 30, 2006 30 Oct'06

    Countermeasures for malicious email code

    Today's malware continues to raise the security stakes. Enterprises are now facing numerous evolving threats like targeted and blended attacks, zero-day exploits, botnets and phishing schemes. The attacks aren't the only things evolving; so are ...

  • October 30, 2006 30 Oct'06

    Survey: Data breach costs surge

    A new study by the Ponemon Institute finds a 31% increase in the costs associated with a data breach.

  • October 26, 2006 26 Oct'06

    Achieving compliance: a real-world roadmap

    A security manager's responsibilities extend beyond the technical aspects of the job. These days, effective governance and compliance are just as essential.

  • October 26, 2006 26 Oct'06

    Security Blog Log: The never-ending PatchGuard debate

    This week, security vendor fright over the Windows Vista PatchGuard feature permeates the blogosphere. Is Microsoft the boogeyman, or just misunderstood?

  • October 25, 2006 25 Oct'06

    Research shows massive botnet growth

    Reports from McAfee and Microsoft show bot herders are gaining ground and threatening national infrastructure. Some suppliers hope to strike back by sharing resources.

  • October 23, 2006 23 Oct'06

    What storage managers are buying and why, page 7

    What storage managers are buying and why

  • October 23, 2006 23 Oct'06

    What storage managers are buying and why, page 6

    What storage managers are buying and why

  • October 23, 2006 23 Oct'06

    Security researcher, professor influences students for life

    Dorothy Denning, a professor of defense analysis at the Naval Postgraduate School, has contributed to the field of data security. Her work earned her a Security 7 award.

  • October 23, 2006 23 Oct'06

    SDL expected to help fulfil Vista security promises

    Windows Vista is expected to be the most secure Microsoft product released thanks to the company's implementation of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL).

  • October 22, 2006 22 Oct'06

    Information Security Decisions Session Downloads

    Session Downloads from Information Security Decisions 2006 Conference.

  • October 22, 2006 22 Oct'06

    Enhanced Identity and Access Management

    From consolidating directories to automating provisioning and rolling out single sign-on, these sessions identify how leading organizations are strengthening authorization and enforcing access controls.

  • October 22, 2006 22 Oct'06

    Snyder On Security: An insider's guide to the essentials

    Joel Snyder, senior partner with consultancy Opus One, provides an in-depth look at information security trends and technologies.

  • October 18, 2006 18 Oct'06

    Rural Payments Agency project failed after IT system costs spiralled

    Delays in implementing a bespoke IT system led to the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) failing to pay subsidies to farmers on time, according to a National Audit Office report.

  • October 16, 2006 16 Oct'06

    Security Bytes: Flaws fixed in Bugzilla

    Meanwhile, security holes are also plugged in Cisco's Wireless Location Appliance software and Clam AntiVirus.

  • October 15, 2006 15 Oct'06

    Microsoft caves to pressure over Vista security

    To accommodate third-party security vendors and appease antitrust regulators in Europe, Microsoft will make some final tweaks to Windows Vista.

  • October 12, 2006 12 Oct'06

    Microsoft to fold security into Windows division

    The software giant said the move would make future Windows development efforts more efficient. The changes take effect after Microsoft releases Vista.

  • October 12, 2006 12 Oct'06

    What to do when your server goes down

    When a server goes down at a particular time every night without the prompt of a virus, our expert, Puneet Mehta, can tell you what the problem is and what you can do to avoid it.

  • October 11, 2006 11 Oct'06

    Brief: Malicious Web site poses as Google

    A malicious Web site poses as Google's Italian site, but attempts to install malicious ActiveX controls on victim's machines and ultimately redirect them to adult content.

  • October 10, 2006 10 Oct'06

    McAfee CEO Samenuk retires in wake of options probe

    The investigation into stock option grants is complete and company president Kevin Weiss has been fired, as well.