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How to keep networks secure when deploying an 802.11n upgrade
Before you upgrade to 802.11n, Lisa Phifer has seven questions that every network security pro should consider. Tip
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Expert calls SSL protocol vulnerability a non issue
The researchers who discovered the SSL vulnerability warn that it could have far reaching affects and are working with a consortium of vendors to coordinate an industry-wide fix. Article
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How to prevent phishing attacks with social engineering tests
Is your enterprise capable of withstanding today's phishing attacks? Sherri Davidoff reviews how you can test your employees. Tip
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How SSL-encrypted Web connections are intercepted
Enterprises and attackers alike have found ways to sniff private Web traffic, even when it's encrypted. Sherri Davidoff reviews how encrypted Web connections can be sniffed, and ways that users can reduce their risk. Tip
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DNSSEC deployment challenges can be overcome
DNSSEC isn't a cure-all for DNS security issues. It won't stop drive-by attacks, protect against denial-of-service attacks or any other kind of attacks that piggyback on top of the DNS and depend upon social engineering for success. But it does block... Interview
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Microsoft issues SMB vulnerability advisory, patch pending
With attack code widely available, companies could take steps to mitigate the threat. Windows 7 and Vista users are at risk. Article
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Microsoft repairs Windows media, TCP/IP vulnerabilities
Microsoft released five critical updates fixing a serious flaw in the Windows Media Format Runtime engine and TCP/IP processing errors that could crash Web and mail servers. Article
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How to test IPv6 infrastructures
In this expert response, Michael Cobb explains why you should definitely test your IPv6 infrastructure sometime this year. Ask the Expert
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Kaminsky interview: DNSSEC addresses cross-organizational trust and security
Network security researcher Dan Kaminsky has had a year to reflect on the impact of the cache poisoning vulnerability he discovered in the Domain Name System (DNS). Kaminsky revealed during last year's Black Hat Briefings a technique that made it rel... Interview
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How to create secure Windows FTP automation
Securing Windows FTP automation can be easier than you think, according to network security expert Mike Chapple. Consider using Microsoft's free FTP utility. Ask the Expert
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