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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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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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Faceoff: Has social networking changed data privacy and security?
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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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