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Podcasts for the week of Dec. 25, 2006
In this special edition of Security Wire Weekly, senior news writer Bill Brenner reviews his top interviews of 2006. Highlights include Oracle's Darius Wiles, SPI Dynamic's Billy Hoffman, Dan Geer, vice president and chief scientist for security firm Verdasys and Randy Abrams of the Zero-Day Emergency Response Team (ZERT).
Podcasts for the week of September 11, 2006
Taking Care of Physical Security In this installment of Secure Reads, author Joel Dubin reads Chapter 5: Taking Care of Physical Security from his book, The Little Black Book of Computer Security. He explains how a hacker can break into a computer that is physically accessible and provides a checklist that security administrators can follow to protect their computer systems. Read an excerpt and download Chapter 5: Taking Care of Physical Security Learn more about The Little Black Book of Computer Security
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews SPI Dynamics' Michael Sutton about this month's Microsoft security patches. Also the latest news about flaws in Apple QuickTime and Adobe Flash Player, the limits of NAC-NAP interoperability and jail time for two of the men behind last year's Zotob attack. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly Podcasts for the week of September 4, 2006
Laptop crypto: Do it, but realize it's not a panacea With headlines declaring data thefts becoming more prevalent and increasingly scarier, the need for enterprises to enforce laptop security is as crucial as ever. In this tip, Ed Skoudis reviews the pros and cons of laptop encryption and explains how, while it is the not the final solution, it can keep your data secure -- even if it falls in the hands of the enemy. Subscribe to Threat Monitor
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews the Ponemon Institute's Larry Ponemon about a new survey that suggests stopping data breaches is even harder than it seems. Plus all the top news and why AT&T has some explaining to do. Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device.. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly Podcasts for the week of August 28, 2006
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo leads a roundtable discussion with IT security pros about the latest Wi-Fi dangers, Microsoft's patching efforts and the ramifications of the IBM/ISS merger. Plus all the week's top news and details on how long one recently convicted hacker will be behind bars. Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly Podcasts for the week of August 21, 2006
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner recaps news of IBM's acquisition of ISS, Microsoft's latest security woes and chats with Forrester Research analyst Natalie Lambert about challenges to Apple's security reputation. Listen now on your computer or download to your favorite mobile audio device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly
This week's featured podcast is from Web Security School. Guest instructor Michael Cobb lays the groundwork for locking down a Web server before it goes live. This tutorial begins with a look at Web server hardening procedures, followed by access control and security policies. Podcasts for the week of August 14, 2006
Battling image spam In the ever-changing world of threats, spammers have once again discovered a new way to bypass spam filters using a new technique called "image spam." In this tip, Mike Chapple provides an example of image spam and explains how the threat can hurt your organization, and what you can do to protect against these attacks. Subscribe to Threat Monitor
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo interviews Rob Ayoub, industry analyst for network security with Frost & Sullivan, about whether the MS06-040 patch should be implemented immediately. Plus all the top security news and a new playground for cyberthieves -- in more ways than one.Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly
In this edition, luminary Dan Geer, vice president and chief scientist for security firm Verdasys, discusses the infamous 2003 research paper that caused him to lose his job, plus how Microsoft threatens IT security, the fatal flaw of client-based computing and the real reason behind so many publicized data breaches. Listen now on your computer or download to your favorite digital audio device. Runtime: 24:16. HIGHLIGHTS: 6:30 -- Why antivirus is doomed 13:15 -- The next bad virus 22:00 -- Rapid-fire Q&A Podcasts for the week of August 7, 2006
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews SPI Dynamic's Billy Hoffman about the mood at this year's Black Hat conference and why Ajax Web applications are more dangerous than it seems. Plus Microsoft's August patches and all the week's other top information security news. Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly
This week's featured podcast is from SearchSecurity.com's Wireless Security Lunchtime Learning This podcast describes readily-available WLAN access controls, from MAC ACLs to Preshared Secret Keys to help you choose the best method to control, authenticate and authorize access to your own WLAN. Podcasts for the week of July 31, 2006
Avoiding the scourge of DNS amplification attacks DNS amplification attacks can generate enough bogus traffic to blow almost anyone off the Internet. Learn how these packet flood attacks work and how to defend your organization.
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo interviews Fortify Software Chief Scientist Brian Chess about the growing danger of cross-site scripting attacks. Plus details on all the latest critical software patches and why Google may be the ultimate security tool. Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly Podcasts for the week of July 24, 2006
This week News Editor Eric Parizo interviews author and expert infosec strategist Ron Moritz on the disconnect between security pros and the corporate boardroom. Plus information on Netscape's cross-site scripting woes and the latest exploits targeting Microsoft software. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly
Endpoint enforcement: Smart policies to control the endpoint explosion
The road ahead: Emerging VPN trends
Analysis of the automated provisioning market place Podcasts for the week of July 17, 2006
Secure IM in the enterprise Instant messaging can be a conduit through which viruses come in to and sensitive data goes out of the corporate network. Enterprises need a thorough IM policy and the technical measures to back it up, regardless of whether IM is allowed or strictly prohibited. This tip outlines the factors you should consider when writing an IM policy and the technical measures for enforcing it. Subscribe to Threat Monitor
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews Oracle's Darius Wiles on the database giant's vulnerability patching process and the criticisms levied against it. Plus the latest on Microsoft's plans to patch a PowerPoint problem and why Vonage may be driving spyware. Listen now at your computer or subscribe below and download to your favorite mobile device. Subscribe to Security Wire Weekly
July 2006
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews Qualys' Jonathan Bitle on the ramifications of the newly released Microsoft security patches involving Internet Explorer and IIS; plus all the top information security news.
Application logging is critical in detecting hack attacks Now that networks are fairly well-protected, attackers are targeting application servers. In this tip, security expert Mike Chapple explains how implementing application layer logging is becoming a crucial addition to every organization's security strategy. Subscribe to our Threat Monitor podcast feed
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo is joined by Current Analysis Senior Analyst Andrew Braunberg to break down EMC's acquisition of RSA Security and what it may mean for customers. Plus all the rest of the top information security news.
June 2006
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner leads a roundtable discussion on the month's biggest news stories -- including Microsoft security after Bill Gates, AV SLAs and the latest data breaches -- plus details on new IE and instant messaging flaws.
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo chats with Burton Group Senior Vice President and Research Director Dan Blum about the impact Bill Gates has had on Microsoft's security strategy and how it may change as he lessens his role with the company. Plus the latest data breaches, new Bagle worm variants and why an infamous adware firm may be giving up the game for good.
Phone phishing: The role of VoIP in phishing attacks Attackers are taking advantage of the emerging widespread deployment of low-cost Voice over IP telephony to launch a new type of attack -- phone phishing. SearchSecurity expert Ed Skoudis says it's a matter of time before phone phishing further evolves into phone spear phishing, putting enterprises at an increased risk. In this tip, Skoudis explains how phone phishing works and how to defend your organization. Subscribe to our Threat Monitor podcast feed
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo has all the details on Microsoft's mammoth June patch release, and SANS Internet Storm Center Chief Research Officer Johannes Ullrich explains why the state of information security is as frightening as ever. Plus a new threat to Yahoo Mail users and why one researcher says cheap computers could cause more malware attacks.
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner reports on McAfee's acquisition of Preventsys; a Snort security flaw gets patched, but not how you might think; and a spammer's change of heart. Also: An interview with privacy expert Mike Spinney on the long-term impact of the latest data thefts.
Preventing blind SQL injection attacks By now, you probably know how to prevent SQL injection attacks, but your defense measures may be leaving a door open for attackers to launch blind SQL injections. In this tip, Web application security expert Michael Cobb explains how these SQL injection attacks occur, and offers tactics for protecting your Web applications. Subscribe to our Threat Monitor podcast feed
May 2006
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner leads a roundtable discussion with readers about the recent Veterans Affairs data theft, vigilante antispam efforts and the future of the CISSP; plus the top infosec news.
Security Wire Weekly -- May 24, 2006
Skype: Its dangers and how to protect against them Skype may be free, but it could cost your enterprise its security. This tip outlines the free VoIP solution's security risks and offers tips for keeping Skype off of the network. Subscribe to our Threat Monitor podcast feed
This week, Senior News Writer, Bill Brenner leads a roundtable discussion with author Sean Walberg, ISECOM's Pete Herzog and CISSP Frank Kenisky, about the (ISC)²'s controversial program to bring CISSP coursework to colleges and universities; plus all the week's top infosec news.
This week, News Editor Eric Parizo interviews Security Incite's Mike Rothman about who's to blame for the controversial DOS attack against Blue Security and Six Apart, plus all the top news and the worm that just won't die. Listen on your computer or download to your favorite mobile device.
How to protect your company against cybercrime Thanks to the Internet's inherent anonymity, widespread reach and disjointed law enforcement status, cybercriminals have a lot to gain -- and enterprises have a lot to lose. In this tip, SearchSecurity expert and malware guru Ed Skoudis describes how organized cybercriminals use extortion and botnets to further their illicit activities, and how enterprises can protect themselves. Subscribe to our Threat Monitor podcast feed
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews Siemens security chief Dave Bixler about his organization's intrusion defense strategy, plus all the top news and why combatants in the browser battle are turning to guerilla warfare.
April 2006
This week Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews Gartner Vice President Jay Heiser about his controversial column asserting that the defense community is no longer a viable information security role model, plus all the top news and why spam blocking is an art and a science. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week News Editor Eric Parizo interviews Opus One Senior Partner and Information Security magazine Contributing Editor Joel Snyder on the complexities of product testing, plus all the top information security news and why data theft may not cause pain and suffering after all. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week News Editor Eric Parizo interviews SANS Internet Storm Center Chief Research Officer Johannus Ullrich regarding Microsoft's latest set of software patches, plus all the top information security news and why Wi-Fi might get you stabbed. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner talks to Determina Inc.'s Nand Mulchandani about third-party patching for the latest Internet Explorer flaw; plus news on a new Symantec report on smartphone security, a look at how IT security played out at the 2006 Winter Olympics and a legal battle over Verizon's spam-blocking efforts. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
March 2006
This week News Editor Eric Parizo talks with Kansas City Snort User Group Founder Russ Starr on the future of Snort amid the recent collapse of the Check Point-Sourcefire deal, plus details on an upcoming Microsoft fix, Google's recent court victory and looking for love in all the wrong places. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week Senior News Writer Bill Brenner talks with Cyber Security Industry Alliance Executive Director Paul Kurtz abut the troubled state of government security and what it means to enterprises, plus details on a pair of new IE flaws, and are AV firms addressing threats fast enough? Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week News Editor Eric Parizo talks with Yankee Group's Jennifer Simpson about Google's fight to keep its search records private, plus details on Microsoft's latest patches, Apple's continuing headaches and why the CIA is cursing the Web. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week Senior News Writer Bill Brenner interviews Forrester's Paul Stamp on Check Point's beleaguered Sourcefire acquisition, plus details on a new Symantec report, Apple's latest black eye and why BlackBerry never squeezed security pros. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
This week News Editor Eric Parizo has an interview with security guru Winn Schwartau about Mac OS security in the enterprise, plus details on the new 'Crossover' mobile malcode, the out-of-cycle Oracle patch and how a $50 million Internet scam got busted. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
February 2006
This week Senior News Writer Bill Brenner details exploits targeting the latest Microsoft flaws, an hacking challenge that's raising eyebrows and a warning from Gartner that shouldn't be ignored. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
In this third and final special edition of Security Wire Weekly from the 2006 RSA Conference, News Editor Eric Parizo covers what experts and attendees say about the merits of a proposed national ID card system, the most significant product announcements of the week from Information Security magazine, Sourcefire's Martin Rosche's answers to his critics and more. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
In today's special edition of Security Wire Weekly from the 2006 RSA Conference, News Editor Eric Parizo has coverage of Wednesday's John Chambers keynote, reaction from attendees and details on the new security features in Microsoft's upcoming Vista OS. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
In this special edition of Security Wire Weekly recorded on location in San Jose, Calif., at the 2006 RSA Conference, News Editor Eric Parizo offers detailed coverage of Tuesday's Bill Gates keynote address, analysis from Gartner's John Pescatore, and reactions from conference attendees, plus coverage of the day's other big speeches. It's as close as you can get to the show without getting on a plane. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
In this week's edition of Security Wire Weekly, Editorial Director Jon Panker details why Microsoft's tool for creating help documentation needs help of its own, how Mozilla addressed a recent spate of browser flaws and why the corporate landscape is shifting beneath the feet of CISOs. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
In this week's edition of Security Wire Weekly from SearchSecurity.com, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner prepares listeners for Friday's expected Nyxem strike, AV firms promise better testing for their antispyware products and Oracle swallows another round of criticism. Listen on your PC or download to your favorite mobile device.
January 2006
In this week's edition of Security Wire Weekly, News Editor Eric Parizo brings us the latest on the fast-moving Nyxem worm and what it may do on Feb. 3, the latest flaws and fixes from the top vendors and why security pros aren't paying attention to what their tools tell them.
In this week's edition of Security Wire Weekly, Editorial Director Jon Panker brings us news of a Windows Wi-Fi flaw, the details behind two new customer data leaks and the results of an FBI study into how businesses are coping with attacks.
This week, Senior News Writer Bill Brenner details Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update, which the software giant hopes will thwart what could be an incredibly dangerous exploit, why security investments aren't doing enough to stop attacks and an expected Sober strike turns out to be a dud.
In our first edition of 2006, News Editor Eric Parizo details Microsoft's plans for patching the Windows Meta File flaw, Symantec's latest acquisition and how an anti-hacking firm got hacked.
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