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Book chapter: Social media security policy best practices
The following is an excerpt from chapter 6 Gary Bahadur from the book Securing the clicks: Network security in the age of social media. Chapter Excerpt
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Quiz: Secure instant messaging
A five-question multiple choice quiz to test your understanding of the content presented in the Secure instant messaging lesson of SearchSecurity.com's Messaging Security School. Messaging Security School
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Ramnit malware data out-of-date, social network says
A Facebook spokesperson said the malware is not propagating on the social network. News | 09 Jan 2012
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Web application risks exacerbated by social media ties, says ISACA
Asynchronous JavaScript Technology, XML, Flash and HTML 5 enable a rich Web experience, but also give attackers an alarming number of ways to penetrate corporate networks. News | 26 Oct 2011
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Firms struggle to address social networking security risks, survey finds
Many firms rely on antivirus and antimalware technologies to address social networking risks, according to a survey by the Ponemon Institute. News | 03 Oct 2011
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Phishing attacks target users of Facebook, other social networks
Cybercriminals are dumping the traditional email phishing campaigns for social networks, where it's easier to social engineer attacks and gain trust of users. Article | 08 Sep 2010
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Gartner: Companies shouldn't bother banning Facebook, social networking
The research firm argues social networking isn't the responsibility of enterprise information security, but social media governance policies and monitoring practices are important. Article | 22 Jun 2010
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Social networks, financial firms getting used in phishing, brand abuse
Social network names are increasingly being used by phishers and other attackers. But most sites fight back swiftly, according to MarkMonitor Inc. Article | 15 Mar 2010
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Social networking risks, benefits for enterprises weighed by RSA panel
Social networking risks to enterprises may be outweighed by the benefits, but experts at the 2010 RSA Conference say infrastructure providers must improve security. Article | 10 Mar 2010
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Social networking threats put new pressure on healthcare CSOs
Healthcare security managers say their bosses and others are increasing the pressure on them to allow access to social networking and other Internet services, making it more difficult for them to mitigate the potential threats those services pose. Article | 03 Mar 2010
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CISOs take measured steps to reduce social media risks
With sales and marketing teams using social networks to connect with clients and potential customers, CISOs need to meet business needs while addressing risks. Article | 08 Feb 2010
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Facebook, McAfee partner to fix social network security issues
Facbook beefs up its account remediation process with a free malware scanning tool, security education and a free antivirus trial followed by a subsidized price on the software. Article | 13 Jan 2010
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Secure browsing: Free plug-in lessens social networking security risks
Looking for ways to improve employees' browsing security? Learn about the free SecureBrowsing plug-in from M86 Security that can lessen social networking security risks. Tip
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How to implement and enforce a social networking security policy
For a new generation of employees entering the workforce, social networking isn't a luxury, it's a necessity. Yet not all enterprises understand that failing to consider social networking security can lead to unfortunate consequences. David Sherry ex... Tip
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How to lock down instant messaging in the enterprise
The popularity of instant messaging programs in the enterprise creates a huge problem for companies concerned about data leakage and Web-based malware. In this tip, application security expert Michael Cobb offers several strategies enterprises can us... Tip
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Social networking website threats manageable with good enterprise policy
Social networking sites may worry employers because of privacy concerns or loss of productivity, but some of the sites -- unbeknownst to their owners or creators -- harbor dangerous malware that can take down a network. Michael Cobb reviews the risks... Tip
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Unified communications infrastructure threats and defense strategies
Unified communications systems promise exciting productivity gains for workers and cost savings for businesses, but many often underestimate the security threats facing them. John Burke outlines the threats facing unified communications and how to de... Tip
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Latest IM attacks still rely on social engineering
In the age of email-borne superworms, email recipients would often become victims without any interaction or warning. However, as Michael Cobb explains, many of today's most dangerous instant messaging attacks require user interaction, meaning wary, ... Tip
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Secure instant messaging 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 ... Tip
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Websense Enterprise 5.5
Learn why Information Security magazine believes this product is ideal for organizations who need an robust Internet filtering solution. Tip
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How to block IM applications in the enterprise
In this tip, security guru Mike Chapple discusses how IM threatens the network and provides strategies you can use to keep your network free of IM traffic. Tip
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How to reduce spim
Learn three tips for reducing unsolicited instant messages. Tip
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Social networking best practices for preventing social network malware
Get advice on social networking security best practices that can help prevent data leaks and other social network malware that could harm to your enterprise. Ask the Expert
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After Facebook attack, has the threat of clickjacking attacks increased?
Learn more about the recent Facebook attack, and how clickjacking attacks in general can affect enterprise information security in this expert response from Nick Lewis. Ask the Expert
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What controls should be used to block social networking sites?
Find out what controls companies can use to block social networking sites. Ask the Expert
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Manage access to social networking sites with an acceptable use policy
Social networking sites can cause security issues, but sites like Twitter and Facebook can also open up significant business opportunities. Learn how to manage employee access to social networking sites to make sure only those employees who need acce... Ask the Expert
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What are effective ways to stop instant messaging (IM) spam?
In this expert Q&A, Michael Cobb reveals what techniques and tools can be used to stop instant messaing spam, or spim, in the enterprise. Ask the Expert
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Is it possible to ban chat programs on an enterprise LAN?
Chat programs can undermine enterprise security, but what's the best way to get rid of them? Application security expert Michael Cobb gives his suggestions. Ask the Expert
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Can DHCP be used to selectively block instant messaging clients?
Restricting instant messaging use has been a significant security challenge for organizations, but will DHCP help solidfy an IM policy? In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, Michael Cobb explains which access control mechanisms are the most effective. Ask the Expert
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Should a rise in text message spam be expected?
According to a Ferris Research study, consumers this year are expected to receive a total of about 1 billion cell phone spam messages. Yet, compared to other countries, text message spam hasn't hit the United States very hard. In this SearchSecurity.... Ask the Expert
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What are the risks of social networking sites?
Social networking sites allow someone to post information that thousands of other users can read. But that's not at all. In this Q&A, information security threats expert Ed Skoudis reveals how sites like Myspace and Youtube let the bad guys post some... Ask the Expert
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How to selectively block instant messages
Monitoring instant messaging traffic isn't easy, especially when constantly evolving IM applications are designed to exploit firewall vulnerabilities. SearchSecurity.com's application security expert Michael Cobb reviews the best methods for taking o... Ask the Expert
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greynet (or graynet)
Greynet is a term for the use of unauthorized applications on a corporate network. A greynet application is a network-based program that corporate network users download and install without permission from their company's IT department. Word
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Screencast: How to use WPScan to provide WordPress plug-in security
Mike McLaughlin displays the abilities of WPScan and the simplicity the tool offers in assessing the security of WordPress plug-ins and avoiding related security vulnerabilities. Video
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Face-off: Has social networking changed data privacy forever?
In this exclusive conversation, security industry luminaries Hugh Thompson, founder of People Security, and Adam Shostack, author of "The New School of Information Security," discuss the state of social networking and data privacy, and why the social... Video
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Podcast: Top 5 quick tips for safer instant messaging
Michael Cobb of Cobweb Applications counts down five quick tips that can secure IM in the enterprise. Cobb discusses account naming rules, acceptable use policy, instant messaging encryption and much more. Podcast
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Book chapter: Social media security policy best practices
The following is an excerpt from chapter 6 Gary Bahadur from the book Securing the clicks: Network security in the age of social media. Chapter Excerpt
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Screencast: How to use WPScan to provide WordPress plug-in security
Mike McLaughlin displays the abilities of WPScan and the simplicity the tool offers in assessing the security of WordPress plug-ins and avoiding related security vulnerabilities. Video
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Ramnit malware data out-of-date, social network says
A Facebook spokesperson said the malware is not propagating on the social network. News
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Web application risks exacerbated by social media ties, says ISACA
Asynchronous JavaScript Technology, XML, Flash and HTML 5 enable a rich Web experience, but also give attackers an alarming number of ways to penetrate corporate networks. News
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Firms struggle to address social networking security risks, survey finds
Many firms rely on antivirus and antimalware technologies to address social networking risks, according to a survey by the Ponemon Institute. News
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Secure browsing: Free plug-in lessens social networking security risks
Looking for ways to improve employees' browsing security? Learn about the free SecureBrowsing plug-in from M86 Security that can lessen social networking security risks. Tip
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Social networking best practices for preventing social network malware
Get advice on social networking security best practices that can help prevent data leaks and other social network malware that could harm to your enterprise. Ask the Expert
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Phishing attacks target users of Facebook, other social networks
Cybercriminals are dumping the traditional email phishing campaigns for social networks, where it's easier to social engineer attacks and gain trust of users. Article
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After Facebook attack, has the threat of clickjacking attacks increased?
Learn more about the recent Facebook attack, and how clickjacking attacks in general can affect enterprise information security in this expert response from Nick Lewis. Ask the Expert
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Gartner: Companies shouldn't bother banning Facebook, social networking
The research firm argues social networking isn't the responsibility of enterprise information security, but social media governance policies and monitoring practices are important. Article
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This topic section focuses on social media security and real-time communications security. Here you will receive tips and advice from our experts on social media security best practices, including creation and implementation of social media security polices, employee awareness and risk assessments, and updates and news on current social media security risks and threats and real-time communication security issues.