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Black Hat 2007: New database forensics tool could aid data breach cases
Database security researcher, David Litchfield of UK-based NGS Software will release a free Forensic Examiners Database Scalpel, he says could aid data breach investigations. Article | 02 Aug 2007
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Black Hat 2007: Researchers highlight new database attack method
At this week's hacker confab, expert penetration testers will demonstrate how cyberthieves can reach into corporate databases -- without exploiting a specific software flaw -- to steal credit card and Social Security numbers. Article | 31 Jul 2007
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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. Article | 17 Jul 2007
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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. Article | 13 Jul 2007
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Richard Clarke: Don't ignore data risks, deploy encryption
At a recent keynote with CISOs during the Gartner IT Security Summit, former White House cybersecurity czar Richard Clarke warned that firms are doing little to prevent data theft. Article | 12 Jun 2007
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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. Article | 31 May 2007
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Database authentication, encryption getting priority in some businesses
While more organizations are seeking database authentication and encryption technologies, others are turning to database monitoring to secure data. Article | 22 May 2007
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TJX: Data breach damage $25 million and counting
The massive data breach at TJX caused the retail giant to suffer a 1% earnings loss in the first quarter of 2007, the company said Tuesday. Article | 16 May 2007
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TJX breach tied to Wi-Fi exploits
The TJX hackers started their assault two years ago by attacking security holes in the retail giant's wireless system outside a Minnesota Marshalls. Article | 07 May 2007
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Oracle patches 36 holes
Oracle Corp. on Tuesday issued patches for 36 holes in the database management system, application server, E-Business Suite and JD Edwards and PeopleSoft software. Article | 18 Apr 2007
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