Ask The Security Expert: Questions & Answers
Network Security
Mike Chapple is ready to answer your questions on all things network security -- from configuring a firewall to deploying a secure wireless network.
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Thwarting Telnet security risks
Answer - The inherently insecure Telnet protocol shouldn’t be used on modern networks. Learn why and what to use in its place. 23 March 2012 -
Change default RDP port for virus protection?
Answer - Using nonstandard ports for the RDP protocol blocks the Morto worm. But is changing port numbers a virus prevention best practice? 20 March 2012 -
Is it possible to prevent DDoS attacks?
Answer - A distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack can consume all your network bandwidth. Learn how to prevent a DDoS attack in this expert response. 20 March 2012 -
Considerations for cloud endpoint security
Answer - Mike Chapple details discuses considerations for using cloud security services, specifically cloud endpoint security. 05 January 2012 -
Smartphone eavesdropping via keyboard vibrations
Answer - Is smartphone eavesdropping via keyboard vibrations a credible enterprise threat? Mike Chapple explains. 04 January 2012 -
Wireless network security: Wireless vs. wired
Answer - Expert Mike Chapple examines wireless vs. wired security and offers his enterprise wireless network security best practices. 07 December 2011 -
Firewall network security: Thwarting advanced attacks
Answer - Firewall network security is still a critical part of securing an enterprise. Learn what sophisticated attacks a firewall can effectively prevent. 06 December 2011 -
Enterprise website encryption best practices
Answer - Network security expert Mike Chapple details the fundamentals of Web server encryption and Web encryption deployment best practices. 05 December 2011 -
The security implications of high DHCP churn
Answer - Learn about the potential problems with high DHCP churn and whether it should be a concern to your organization. 04 November 2011 -
Exploring the most secure remote access methods
Answer - Virtual private networks are a common means of providing remote access, but expert Mike Chapple addresses whether it is the most secure option available. 04 November 2011
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