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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 22, 2007 22 Jul'07
NAC growth sluggish as companies consider network security options

Companies are taking a wait-and-see approach, hoping the technology's maturity will make it more cost effective.
July 19, 2007 19 Jul'07
Windows Home Server offers low-end NAS

Microsoft has released the latest version of its Home Server software, available as low-end NAS by HP and Iomega; SunGard acquires Vericenter.
July 19, 2007 19 Jul'07
VoIP performance testing fundamentals

This guide discusses why it is important to run regular VoIP network performance testing and some of the ways it can be done.
July 19, 2007 19 Jul'07
Wireless interference can be frustrating (and fun?)

Since Wi-Fi operates in unlicensed bands, the enterprise wireless spectrum can be shared by other, seemingly innocuous devices like Bluetooth and wireless game controllers. But interference from such devices, or from having too many devices on one ...
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 18, 2007 18 Jul'07
CIOs must be act like venture capatalists, says Gartner

CIOs need to adopt a venture-capitalist approach to IT if they are to remain relevant in the prevailing climate of economic growth, according to Dave Aron, vice-president and research director for Gartner executive programs.
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
Zero-day auction site complicates security efforts, IT pros say

WabiSabiLabi, the eBay-like marketplace for zero-day flaws, will make it tougher for companies to ward off attackers, some IT security professionals say.
July 17, 2007 17 Jul'07
Unified communications infrastructure threats and defense strategies

Unified communications systems promise exciting productivity gains for workers and cost savings for businesses, but many often underestimate the security threats facing them. John Burke outlines the threats facing unified communications and how to ...
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 17, 2007 17 Jul'07
Branch offices get security, services boost

Juniper Networks released a handful of new branch office offerings, including two new services routers, two secure services platforms and two network management appliances.
July 17, 2007 17 Jul'07
CDP platform specifications

Continuous data protection (CDP) products track changes to files and data -- typically in real time -- recording activity and allowing recovery to an extremely granular level. This effectively reduces backup windows and restore points, allowing busy...
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 16, 2007 16 Jul'07
EMC upgrades hardware range, goes green - UPDATE

EMC has upgraded its five main hardware lines, introduced power-saving technology and hinted at enhancements to its data de-duplication tools.
July 16, 2007 16 Jul'07
Sun reveals open appliances

EMC has upgraded its five main hardware lines, introduced power-saving technology and hinted at enhancements to its data de-duplication tools.
July 13, 2007 13 Jul'07
Symantec fixes flaws in AntiVirus, Backup Exec

Symantec fixed flaws attackers could exploit in AntiVirus Corporate Edition and Backup Exec to launch malicious code, gain elevated user privileges or cause a denial of service.
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
Web security gateways meet rising malware threats

Web security gateways combine layered defense against the rising tide of Web-based malware with URL filtering and application control.
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 10, 2007 10 Jul'07
Updating a QoS strategy for VoIP traffic

Learn how to update your QoS strategy for VoIP traffic in this tip from Tom Lancaster.
July 10, 2007 10 Jul'07
Cisco networking certification targets entry level

Cisco networking certifications are targeting a new entry-level set with the CCENT certification. Cisco is also adding new elements to its CCNA offering.
July 10, 2007 10 Jul'07
United in threat management part three: how scared are you?

Wrapping up his look at unified threat management, Ian Yates wonders if the technique will help you sleep better at night.
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
Data breaches, compliance drive intellectual property protection

Recent high profile data breaches and compliance pressures are forcing companies to spend more on technology to protect intellectual property, according to a new study.
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 09, 2007 09 Jul'07
Unified messaging system updates company's voicemail

Installing a new unified messaging system helped one company in its daily struggles with an outdated voicemail system.
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
Security Metrics: Replacing Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt

In this chapter excerpt from "Security Metrics: Replacing Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt," author Andrew Jaquith reveals ways to present security data in a clean and elegant manner.
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
Networking certifications: How to pass your CCNA exam

Learn how to pass your Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam in this pointed advice on Cisco certifications.
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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July 01, 2007 01 Jul'07
VoIP measurement boosts customer service efficiency

iSelect Technology Manager Jason Egbers says the company's new VoIP measurement tools have helped it improve contact center operations.
June 29, 2007 29 Jun'07
CIOs get solutions to meet governance regulations

CIOs facing a rising bills to meet governance, risk and compliance regulations may be able to control their costs better if they turn to new purpose-built software.
June 29, 2007 29 Jun'07
Software to help CIOs meet governance regulations

CIOs facing a rising bills to meet governance, risk and compliance regulations may be able to control their costs better if they turn to new purpose-built software.
June 29, 2007 29 Jun'07
Vendors admit more cooperation needed on security

Security leaders from large software vendors pledge to cooperate on embedding more security into their products.
June 28, 2007 28 Jun'07
SIP fundamentals

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) will allow true interoperability, eventually enabling every IP-based device and application to communicate seamlessly with one another. This guide discusses some of the basics of SIP, including vulnerabilities, ...
June 28, 2007 28 Jun'07
Network security: Overlay versus perimeter security model debated at Catalyst

Traditional network perimeter security -- firewalls, and even network access control -- may soon be pushed out in favour of using VPNs for network security, which could ease the security burden for networking staff, according to Dave Passmore. The ...
June 28, 2007 28 Jun'07
Temp agency moves hundreds of terabytes to iSCSI SAN

Adecco replaces 120 TB of Fibre Channel storage with an iSCSI SAN from LeftHand, including storage for large production databases; Exanet adds search; NetApp unleashes Topio.
June 27, 2007 27 Jun'07
Instant messaging usage increase highlights need for policies

Instant messaging is a valuable business tool for some enterprises. For others, it's a security risk. Either way, a recent Burton Group report suggests that all companies should have an IM usage policy, even if they haven't deployed IM yet.
June 27, 2007 27 Jun'07
Iron Mountain buys Accutrac for records management

Continuing its effort to reinvent itself as an online backup and records management company, Iron Mountain announces its second acquisition in this market in as many months.
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.