IT strategy
IT strategy (information technology strategy) is a comprehensive plan that outlines how technology should be used to meet IT and business goals.. See complete definition.
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Opinion
03 Nov 2025
CISOs in court: Balancing cyber resilience and legal accountability
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Nov 2025
Just weeks left until Companies House ID changes: how to prepare
Just over two weeks remain before Companies House starts enforcing new digital identity verification procedures for company directors, but there's still time to get ready. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2007
Sourcefire acquires open source ClamAV
Sourcefire, maker of the popular Snort open source IDS tool, has acquired ClamAV, an open source email gateway scanning tool. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2007
VMware acquires HIPS provider Determina
VMware, the leader in virtualization software, has acquired Determina, a provider of host IPS technology. Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2007
3PAR, EqualLogic file for IPOs
The emerging storage companies file S-1 forms with the SEC, though some experts warn they could be headed for a volatile market. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2007
College campuses prepare for Microsoft Vista challenges
With new Vista machines coming to campus, the IT shops of academia have no choice but to embrace the latest Windows OS and its security implications. Continue Reading
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News
17 Aug 2007
Wal-Mart deploys new data security system
Wal-Mart Stores has deployed a data security and encryption system to secure data going over its global network. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2007
TJX profit takes hit over data breach
TJX says it has spent $256 million responding to the massive data breach that exposed 45 million customers to identity fraud, and the bottom line has suffered as a result. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2007
Latest Microsoft flaws affect Windows, IE, Excel
Microsoft released nine security updates Tuesday -- six of them critical -- for flaws in Internet Explorer, Excel and other programs within the Windows OS. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Aug 2007
Asterisk PBX solves enterprise's growing communication problem
An Asterisk-based PBX proved to be the solution to one enterprise's communications growing pains. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2007
Novell to acquire Senforce for endpoint security
Novell is acquiring Senforce, an early network access control supplier, to integrate its endpoint security features and develop an endpoint management suite. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2007
Apple iPhone to provoke complex mobile attacks, expert warns
Mikko Hypponen, director of antivirus research at F-Secure, said he expects mobile malware attacks to escalate thanks to interest in Apple's iPhone. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Aug 2007
VoIP models and services: Complete guide
With clear, concise explanations of existing VoIP business models and deployment methodologies, this guide will enable you to weigh the pros and cons of each based on your needs. Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2007
SMEs’ CRM needs catered for in Sage 200
Accounting software specialist Sage has expanded its business automation software portfolio with the launch of a customer relationship management system, Sage 200. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2007
NAS appliance purchase considerations
NAS appliances are frequently touted for bringing convenience and simplicity to network storage. Appliances include their own dedicated disks for storage and RAID, and most NAS appliances can be upgraded with more or larger disks for additional storage space. However, NAS appliances do pose some disadvantages. Consequently, the choice of NAS appliance requires careful evaluation. Now that you've reviewed the essential issues involved in any NAS product, this guide focuses on specific considerations for dedicated NAS appliances. You'll also find a series of specifications to help make on-the-spot product comparisons between vendors. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2007
Sun adds virtual tape library to Thumper
Analysts say the combo of FalconStor's software, Solaris and Thumper is a good sign of integration from Sun after a disorganised year, but it's unclear if users will be convinced. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2007
VeriSign employee data exposed in laptop theft
Current and former employees of VeriSign were exposed to potential data fraud when a laptop housing their information was stolen from the car of a former employee. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2007
VoIP vulnerability threatens data
VoIP vulnerabilities have now reached a level of sophistication that allows hackers to steal, view or delete data. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2007
NAS appliance specifications
NAS appliances are noted for their convenience, offering dedicated internal storage that is relatively straightforward to identify and manage. The biggest issue for NAS appliances is avoiding network bottlenecks and supporting expansion without having to proliferate additional appliances across the network. The product snapshots in this chapter highlight key specifications for a cross section of major NAS appliance products. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2007
NAS management software specifications
Network attached storage (NAS) appliances and gateways must be configured and managed using NAS management software that allows administrators to allocate space, manage RAID and storage behaviors, perform routine maintenance, and other tasks. Management software ideally provides interoperability with a variety of NAS devices from different vendors and can automate many of the routine management tasks that would otherwise demand manual attention. The product snapshots in this chapter highlight key specifications for a cross section of major NAS management software products. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2007
Cisco warns of critical IOS flaws
Attackers could exploit multiple flaws in Cisco's IOS to cause a denial of service or remotely execute arbitrary code. Continue Reading
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News
07 Aug 2007
Subpar security compromises compliance
Pressure to keep trading applications available has nudged security to the back of the development line. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Aug 2007
Does compliance make encryption always necessary?
Many organisations look to encryption to protect sensitive data. Yet hundreds of millions of people who use the Internet also use encryption, yet most of them don't even know it. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2007
NetApp revenues fall $61M short of forecast
NetApp announces that its revenues are down 15% from last quarter, blaming a continued decline in data storage spending. Continue Reading
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News
03 Aug 2007
Discovery of malware cesspool triggers attack fears
Trend Micro researchers say a malware-infested Web server in Russia, linked to several Italian Web sites, could lead to a large-scale attack. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2007
Users stand by NetApp -- For now
Users say their view of NetApp and its products hasn't been affected by news of a revenue shortfall, but some say the clock is ticking on new product features they'd like to see. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2007
Apple releases fixes for Mac OS X, iPhone vulnerabilities
Apple Computer has released software patches fixing critical vulnerabilities in Mac OS X and its newly released iPhone. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2007
Security exec Moritz leaving CA
Ron Moritz will depart after five years as CA's chief security strategist. It's the latest in a string of issues that have called the company's strategy into question. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jul 2007
VoIP services spell trouble for telcos
The rise of VoIP is paving the way for companies that haven't traditionally sold voice services to do so. Telcos slow to move will be hard pressed to keep up Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2007
Most antispam technologies get failing grade
An independent study finds that many enterprises are not satisfied with traditional antispam technologies. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2007
SaaS: Tricks and traps of uploading data in bulk
The dark side of SaaS is losing control over your data. Learn how to stay in control while uploading data in bulk in this new report from Info-Tech Research. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2007
New hacking technique exploits common programming error
Researchers at Watchfire Inc. say they discovered a new technique that exploits a common dangling pointer error. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2007
PCI compliance costs often underestimated, study finds
Companies are moving forward with PCI DSS projects, but many are underestimating the costs associated with compliance. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2007
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 Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2007
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 operation. Several CDP appliances are available, but many are implemented in software, and all require careful consideration before purchase. This article focuses on the specific purchase considerations for CDP products. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jul 2007
ISO 27001 could bridge the regulatory divide, expert says
Karen Worstell, former CISO at Microsoft and AT&T Wireless, now on the advisory board of Neupart A/S, explains how ISO 27001 can be used to help companies comply with a variety of regulations and standards Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jul 2007
Videoconferencing tool gives Uno an edge
Videoconferencing has given Pizzeria Uno the ability to bring together more than 200 people and has enabled more efficient and cost-effective communication. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Jul 2007
Data migration product specifications
Part of the Tiered Storage Buying guide focusing on product specifications for data migration tools. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jul 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jul 2007
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 Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jun 2007
IBM chief engineer talks green storage
IBM engineer Clod Barrera discusses the growing energy crisis in storage, the need for better power efficiency metrics and the future for "green" products. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2007
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 Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2007
Green storage gains ground
HP is just latest vendor to throw its hat into the green storage ring following Pillar Data, HDS and EqualLogic. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Jun 2007
Storage Decisions Downloads: Executives' storage guide
Ideas of where firms' storage should be and where it's headed. Also key ways to integrate new technologies, processes and ideas without going over budget. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jun 2007
Prevent network hacks with secure Web browsing
Hackers can penetrate your network in almost unlimited ways these days, and that includes through your Web browser. Learn how to improve Web browser security and keep these hackers out of your network. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Jun 2007
Big Microsoft Vista concerns for Big Pharma
The second installment of an ongoing series examining the challenges of deploying Windows Vista and the considerations that go into the decision to roll out the new OS. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2007
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 methods. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Jun 2007
Is a merger or acquisition in Sourcefire's future?
Sourcefire founder and Chief Technology Officer Martin Roesch, talks about how Sourcefire fits into Security 3.0 theme and how the firm may be involved in a future merger or acquisition. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Jun 2007
Why hacking contests, 'month-of' projects don't help
Ivan Arce, chief technology officer of Core Security Technologies explains why he thinks hacking contests and public vulnerability disclosure projects do little to improve IT security. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2007
The Art of Software Security Testing
Identifying software security flaws including the proper methods for examining file formats. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2007
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 software delivered under the scheme has been criticised by some trusts as not yet fit for purpose. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jun 2007
Data retrieval strategies: Document management software overview
The role of document management software in data storage and how it can mitigate risk for the enterprise. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2007
SMBs sample SaaS via telecoms
Telecom XO Communications has announced a new, SMB-focused partnership with Jamcracker, a wholesaler of SaaS technology. Analysts say more telecoms will try to offer SMBs IT services with such deals. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Jun 2007
Unified communication case studies: What you need to know
Learn how others overcame the expected and the unexpected challenges of a UC deployment in our case studies. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2007
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? Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2007
HDS adds SAN muscle to archive
Hitachi Data Systems integrates its archive software across its product line and adds important new features, including replication, data deduplication and security. Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2007
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. Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2007
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. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2007
The man behind the Month of Search Engine Bugs speaks
Ukrainian security researcher Eugene Dokukin, more widely known by his online name MustLive, is about to launch a new "Month-of" flaw disclosure project focusing on search engine bugs, at a time when many security professionals are dismissing such projects as shameless publicity. In an interview conducted by email, he describes his background and motive for the Month of Search Engine Bugs, and why he thinks the naysayers are mistaken. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 May 2007
Admins run into trouble with Microsoft updates
A DNS service failure and an ongoing WSUS glitch are among this month's frustrations as IT administrators try to deploy the latest security patches from Microsoft. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2007
McAfee launches IPS for 10g networks, but is IT ready?
McAfee unveiled a new IPS offering for 10-gigabit Ethernet networks and announced the upgrade and integration of several other products. One analyst offers a mixed assessment. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2007
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. Continue Reading
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24 May 2007
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. Continue Reading
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24 May 2007
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. Continue Reading