April 2007

  • Locking down database applications

    In this lesson, learn how to secure database apps by building roles and privileges and monitoring access to prevent insider abuse, plus satisfy regulators by properly segregating duties and limitin...30 Apr 2007

  • Data Protection Security School

    SearchSecurity.com's Data Protection Security School will help infosec professionals formulate a comprehensive strategy and pinpoint technologies that can help them secure sensitive information thr...30 Apr 2007

  • Preventing data leaks

    Today's most devastating security breaches often originate from within. In some cases, insiders accidentally or inadvertently leak confidential or proprietary IP. In other cases, insiders commit co...30 Apr 2007

  • Mitigating Web 2.0 threats

    As companies look to cut costs, Software as a Service has gained ground in the enterprise. Similarly, social networking sites like Facebook and LinkedIn are must-haves in today's workplace. David S...30 Apr 2007

  • Data loss prevention

    While every CSO and security manager knows the importance of protecting sensitive data, there is still a big gap between that understanding and the actual implementation of tools to do the job. Thi...30 Apr 2007

  • Data encryption demystified

    Five years ago, security professionals needed a deep understanding of cryptography to make encryption work. Today, thanks to advancements in "practical" cryptography, data encryption is more user-f...30 Apr 2007

  • Executing a data governance strategy

    Today data is siloed in many applications and databases with no documentation on how trusted it is and the relationships among applications that capture and use data. In this lesson, learn how you ...30 Apr 2007

  • Database defenses for a new era of threats

    All too often, precious corporate databases containing customer records and other sensitive data are forgotten or ignored. This lesson offers an overview of the basic tools needed to secure a compa...30 Apr 2007

  • How to build secure applications

    In this lesson, learn how to build security into the software development lifecycle, implement a practical, efficient change management system and test your applications using a black-box or white ...30 Apr 2007

  • Enterprise strategies for protecting data at rest

    Many of today's data security breaches can be attributed to lost data. While security pros often focus on network soft spots, storage and e-discovery practices are often overlooked. This lesson wil...30 Apr 2007

  • E-discovery and security in the enterprise

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  • Can a certificate authority be trusted?

    It's important to verifiy a root certificate's legitimacy, but with hundreds of issued certificates, the task can be overwhelming. In this expert Q&A, Ed Skoudis reveals what research needs to be d...30 Apr 2007

  • Symantec fixes flaw in multiple products

    In other vulnerability news, a critical flaw is found in Adobe Photoshop and Cisco fixes flaws affecting a number of its products.30 Apr 2007

  • Can keyloggers monitor mouse clicks and keyboard entries?

    Keyloggers may be a security manager's best friend, especially if he or she wants to monitor an employee's keyboard entries. Keyloggers can't do it all, though, says application expert Michael Cobb.30 Apr 2007

  • More from SearchSecurity.com -- April 2007

    In the April 2007 edition, Information Security recognizes the best security technology with its Readers' Choice awards.30 Apr 2007

  • New image spam sneaks into inboxes

    Researchers at Secure Computing Corp. have discovered a new form of image spam that is sneaking into corporate systems and clogging inboxes.27 Apr 2007

  • Websense to acquire SurfControl

    Websense says its planned $400 million acquisition of SurfControl will allow it to better compete in the global security market.27 Apr 2007

  • Will disabling thumb drives affect keyboard and mouse functions?

    Shutting down USB drives altogether may be a wise decision for your enterprise, but what does that mean for systems that rely exclusively on USB for the keyboard and mouse? Security threat expert E...27 Apr 2007

  • Mac hack puts Apple faithful on the defense

    This week in Security Blog Log: A much-hyped QuickTime exploit threatens Mac OS X and Windows browsers, but the Apple faithful feel the greatest sting.27 Apr 2007

  • Should USB token data be copied to a hidden directory called 'IEDW?'

    If the data from your USB token is being copied into a hidden directory called "IEDW," be extra cautious. Whether spyware is the root of the problem or not, security threat expert Ed Skoudis explai...27 Apr 2007