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How to break into a computer that is right at your fingertips
Stressing the importance of physical security, Joel Dubin explains how a hacker can bypass a BIOS password and break into a computer. Book Chapter
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SAP Security Learning Guide
This guide pulls SAP security information from both SearchSecurity.com and its sister site, SearchSAP.com, to provide the most comprehensive resource around for all aspects of making your SAP system bulletproof. Learning Guide
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Linux clears scalability, security hurdles
Does Linux have what is takes in terms of scalability, applications and security? Companies like Weather.com are saying yes. Feature
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Nothing funny about SCADA and ICS security
A researcher calls the state of industrial control system security “laughable” and warns of the consequences of unpatched critical infrastructure that is reachable over the Internet. News | 06 Feb 2012
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Attackers set sights on Mac OS X with Apple malware toolkit
A security team at CSIS Security Group discovered a crimeware toolkit targeting Mac OS X being sold on the black market. Researchers are also noting an increase in fake antivirus. News | 02 May 2011
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Google acknowledges Android Trojan, takes security steps
The search engine giant said it would take steps to prevent additional malicious applications from using similar exploits from being distrusted via its Android Market. Article | 08 Mar 2011
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Opinion: Welcome, Apple users, to your new miserable experience
Opinion: Apple security is perceived to be very good, but as the popularity of Apple technologies increases, so too are the dangers for Apple users and the companies charged with securing Apple products. Column | 26 Jul 2010
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Malware discovered in freely distributed Mac applications
Security researchers at antivirus vendor Intego have discovered spyware attached to freely downloadable Mac applications. The malware is difficult to detect. Article | 03 Jun 2010
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Report: Google to phase out Windows, cites security issues
Google is phasing out Microsoft Windows, citing the Aurora attacks, which targeted a flawed version of Microsoft Internet Explorer, according to a report in The Financial Times. Article | 01 Jun 2010
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Machiavelli Mac OS X rootkit unveiled at Black Hat
Researcher Dino Dai Zovi presented details on a rootkit called Machiavelli, a proof-of-concept Mac OS X rootkit that seeks to dent what many Mac enthusiasts believe is an impervious OS. Article | 30 Jul 2009
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Oracle to buy Sun Microsystems for $7.4 billion
IBM was the early favorite to purchase Sun, but Sun reportedly cast aside Big Blue's $7 million offer. Oracle gets the Sun Solaris OS, the most popular platform for Oracle's database. News | 20 Apr 2009
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Serious holes in Mac OS X memory, researcher shows
A demonstration of hacking techniques at the SOURCE Boston conference enables an attacker to execute arbitrary code and take full control of a Mac. Article | 11 Mar 2009
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New hacking method stealthily attacks Macs with malware
Italian researcher Vincenzo Iozzo demonstrates how to inject malicious code directly into Mac OS X memory, leaving no trace for forensics investigation. Article | 19 Feb 2009
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Mac enterprise security: Going beyond Mac malware scans
More attackers see an opportunity in Mac enterprise environments. Mike Cobb explains how to ensure a Mac enterprise security plan goes beyond Mac malware scans. Tip
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Android security settings and controls for Android enterprise security
Can Androids ever be secure enough for corporate use? Learn about Android security controls to enable effective Android enterprise security. Tip
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Windows vs. Mac security: An enterprise endpoint security comparison
Expert Mike Chapple explores the security implications of running Macs on the corporate network in a side-by-side comparison of Windows vs. Mac security. Tip
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Malware on a Mac: How to implement a Mac antimalware program
Learn how to create a Mac security program at your enterprise, before the amount of Apple platform malware reaches critical mass. Tip
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Linux security best practices for Linux server systems
Linux servers are used throughout many enterprises, and their security posture shouldn't be overlooked. In this tip, King Ables discusses risk assessment pointers for Linux server systems. Tip
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Take four steps toward Macbook security
Your organization may primarily be a Windows shop, but Macbooks are becoming popular among executives and Macintosh computer security must be understood. Tip
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Mac OS memory flaws pose challenges for enterprise endpoint protection
Recent research suggests that poor memory protections in the Mac OS make it much less secure than previously believed. Dee-Ann LeBlanc details how the Mac OS can be exploited and whether new defenses are needed to protect Mac endpoints on enterprise ... Tip
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Rootkit Hunter demo: Detect and remove Linux rootkits
Peter Giannoulis of The Academy Home and The Academy Pro demonstrates how to install and use Rootkit Hunter, a free rootkit scanner for Linux and BSD distributions. Tip
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Debian: A niche OS with a not-so-niche security flaw
A recently discovered flaw in the Debian version of Linux meant that any OpenSSL keys generated during the past 20 months could be guessed in a matter of hours. But does the vulnerability suggest broader security issues for Linux? Michael Cobb explor... Tip
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Open source security in a Windows enterprise
While Open source security products can provide low-cost security, enterprises are reluctant to depend on them. In this tip contributor Tony Bradley examines why this is so and how this relunctancy may affect the open source community. Tip
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OS X antivirus software: Enterprise virus protection for the Mac
Macs should be protected against malware and unauthorized access just like their Windows counterparts. Learn how in this expert response. Answer
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How to mitigate the risk of a TOCTTOU attack
Are TOCTTOU attacks, exploiting time-of-check-to-time-of-use race conditions, a threat to your enterprise file systems? Expert Michael Cobb discusses the dangers and how to mitigate them. Answer
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Is full-disk server encryption software worth the resource overhead?
While encrypting production servers may seem like a good security move, according to Anand Sastry, doing so may not be worth the resources it uses. Answer
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Best practices: Separation of duties for security administrators
In this Q&A, expert Michael Cobb explores separation of duties for security administrators with access to domain controllers and servers running Windows, UNIX and Linux. Ask the Expert
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What are the Mac OS X Snow Leopard antivirus features?
The latest Mac OS X, Snow Leopard, includes new antimalware protection. Don't get too excited, though, says application security expert Michael Cobb. Ask the Expert
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How secure is 'Platform as a Service (PaaS)?'
There's no doubt that companies will want to leverage cloud computing and platform as a service, but expert Michael Cobb explains why enterprises should proceed with caution. Ask the Expert
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Security comparison: Mac OS X vs. Windows
The Mac OS X vs. Windows debate will likely never be resolved, but that won't stop expert Michael Cobb from giving it his best shot. Our platform security expert explains how each operating system combats malware. Ask the Expert
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How to harden Linux operating systems
Specific advice on hardening a server depends to some extent on its intended role, says expert Michael Cobb in this SearchSecurity.com Q&A. Ask the Expert
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What is the best operating system for an FTP server implementation?
When it comes to recommending an operating system for a task such as hosting an FTP server, expert Michael Cobb says it depends on what in-house expertise you have. Ask the Expert
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User provisioning and SSO for PeopleSoft- and Unix-based products
When working with PeopleSoft and Unix, which single sign-on (SSO) vendors offer the most effective products? Learn how to choose an SSO product in this IAM expert response. Ask the Expert
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trusted computing
Trusted computing is a broad term that refers to technologies and proposals for resolving computer security problems through hardware enhancements and associated software modifications... (Continued) Word
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Gartner’s Neil MacDonald on IE9 security, Apple security issues
In this video, Gartner’s Neil MacDonald discusses patch management, IE9 security, his Windows 8 security wish list and protecting Apple computers. Video
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Black Hat DC 2009: Mac OS attack method
Security researcher Vincenzo Iozzo explains how he found a way to inject malicious code directly into Mac OS X memory, leaving no trace for forensics investigation. Video
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Nothing funny about SCADA and ICS security
A researcher calls the state of industrial control system security “laughable” and warns of the consequences of unpatched critical infrastructure that is reachable over the Internet. News
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Mac enterprise security: Going beyond Mac malware scans
More attackers see an opportunity in Mac enterprise environments. Mike Cobb explains how to ensure a Mac enterprise security plan goes beyond Mac malware scans. Tip
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Android security settings and controls for Android enterprise security
Can Androids ever be secure enough for corporate use? Learn about Android security controls to enable effective Android enterprise security. Tip
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Windows vs. Mac security: An enterprise endpoint security comparison
Expert Mike Chapple explores the security implications of running Macs on the corporate network in a side-by-side comparison of Windows vs. Mac security. Tip
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OS X antivirus software: Enterprise virus protection for the Mac
Macs should be protected against malware and unauthorized access just like their Windows counterparts. Learn how in this expert response. Answer
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Malware on a Mac: How to implement a Mac antimalware program
Learn how to create a Mac security program at your enterprise, before the amount of Apple platform malware reaches critical mass. Tip
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How to mitigate the risk of a TOCTTOU attack
Are TOCTTOU attacks, exploiting time-of-check-to-time-of-use race conditions, a threat to your enterprise file systems? Expert Michael Cobb discusses the dangers and how to mitigate them. Answer
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Is full-disk server encryption software worth the resource overhead?
While encrypting production servers may seem like a good security move, according to Anand Sastry, doing so may not be worth the resources it uses. Answer
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Gartner’s Neil MacDonald on IE9 security, Apple security issues
In this video, Gartner’s Neil MacDonald discusses patch management, IE9 security, his Windows 8 security wish list and protecting Apple computers. Video
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Attackers set sights on Mac OS X with Apple malware toolkit
A security team at CSIS Security Group discovered a crimeware toolkit targeting Mac OS X being sold on the black market. Researchers are also noting an increase in fake antivirus. News
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