Application and Platform Security

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	The dangers of application logic attacks TIP - In this tip, Web application security expert Michael Cobb explains how application logic attacks occur and offers tactics for protecting your Web applications.

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	Secure SaaS: Cloud services and systems In this free resource you will learn how to secure Software as a Service (SaaS) systems and applications to prevent attack. Information on cloud computing security systems and applications is also offered, as well as vendor pricing and costs.
	Operating System Security The security of the operating systems running your PCs and servers is vital to the security of your network as a whole. Not applying a patch or missing news about a new vulnerability on one machine can affect the security of thousands of computers. This tutorial offers news and tips to ... Windows Security: Alerts, Updates and Best Practices, Alternative OS security: Mac, Linux, Unix, etc.
	Enterprise Vulnerability Management Vulnerability management and assessments are key parts of the overall security of any enterprise network. Find the latest news and information here on vulnerability management products, software, systems and tools. Also learn about penetration testing, ethical hacking and patch and ... Vulnerability Risk Assessment, Security Testing and Ethical Hacking, Security Patch Management, Configuration Management Planning
	Virtualization Security Issues and Threats Get advice from the experts on all things virtualization security, such as virtualization management, tools, products, training and software. Also Learn how the emergence of virtualization products and technology affect enterprise security.
	Securing Productivity Applications Get the latest news and information about the most popular productivity applications. Get information about flaws in Adobe, Microsoft, and Apple applications and more.
	Software Development Methodology This software development methodology resource center offers news and advice on using secure code to develop software without breaking it. Get information about secure software development tools, methods, systems, testing, the software development lifecycle, threat modeling, and static and ...
	Web Security Tools and Best Practices As companies begin to implement a service oriented architecture, experts say a fundamental shift is needed in the way Web security is handled. Get expert advice on current threats against Web applications, SSL and TLS encryption, Web services, SOA, Web access control, web server security, ... Web Application Security, Web Browser Security, Web Application and Web 2.0 Threats, Web Server Threats and Countermeasures... More sub-topics
	Application Firewall Security Get the latest news and information about application firewalls. Learn how to implement an application firewall and develop the skills to improve their performance and functionality in protecting applications and servers.
	Application Attacks (Buffer Overflows, Cross-Site Scripting) Hackers have moved away from the operating system and are now concentrating much of their efforts on applications. Get the best news and information on defending against common threats such as buffer overflows and cross site scripting in this section.
	Database Security Management Get the latest database security news, tips and information about Oracle, IBM DB2, and Microsoft's SQL Server and more. Get information about database security gateways. Understand database encryption and learn about the simple steps that can eradicate database vulnerabilities.
	Email Protection This email security center offers the latest news and advice on email security, vulnerabilities, phishing, spam, worms, viruses, plus get information on securing email applications using encryption, firewalls, antispam, antivirus, and email authentication ... Email Security Guidelines, Encryption and Appliances, Email and Messaging Threats (spam, phishing, instant messaging)
	IM Security Issues, Risks and Tools Get tips and tricks on how to secure instant messaging (IM) in the enterprise and prevent IM attacks, IM, Trojans, worms and spam.
	Open Source Security Tools and Applications Open source security tools offer numerous benefits to enterprise security, but they can also come with their own vulnerabilities. Here you'll find news, expert advice, learning tools and white papers on Snort, Nmap, Nessus and other popular open source security tools.

	SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Application and Platform Security:  Enterprise Data Protection, Security Audit, Compliance and Standards, Enterprise Identity and Access Management, Information Security Careers, Training and Certifications, Information Security Threats, Enterprise Network Security, Information Security Management, Security for the Channel

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