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VMware AppDefense: How will it address endpoint security?

VMware announced AppDefense, its latest effort to help improve endpoint security. Matt Pascucci explains how AppDefense addresses applications in vSphere environments. Continue Reading
How did a Windows Defender antivirus bug enable remote exploits?

A vulnerability in Microsoft's Windows Defender antivirus tool left users open to remote code exploitation. Expert Nick Lewis explains how it happened, and what to do about it. Continue Reading
HP keylogger: How did it get there and how can it be removed?

A keylogging flaw found its way into dozens of Hewlett Packard laptops. Nick Lewis explains how the HP keylogger works and what can be done about it. Continue Reading
How does an Amazon Echo vulnerability enable attackers to eavesdrop?

Hackers could take advantage of a physical Amazon Echo vulnerability to turn the Echo into a listening device. Judith Myerson explains how this works and what can be done about it. Continue Reading
How can a DDoS reflection attack abuse CLDAP?

A new exploit of CLDAP servers can be used for a DDoS reflection attack that gives attackers a 70x boost. Nick Lewis explains how to defend against this new threat. Continue Reading

PINLogger: How does this exploit steal PINs?

The proof-of-concept PINLogger attack exploits mobile device sensors to steal PINs. Nick Lewis explains how the attack works and offers advice on how to stop it. Continue Reading
How does BrickerBot threaten enterprise IoT devices?

BrickerBot is similar to other IoT malware like Mirai, Hajime and others. Expert Judith Myerson explains what makes BrickerBot different, and what can be done to defend against it. Continue Reading
How will IEEE 802.11ax prevent IoT security vulnerabilities?

Router security vulnerabilities become a bigger problem as IoT devices become more widely used. The IEEE 802.11ax protocol could help, as expert Judith Myerson explains. Continue Reading
How do network management systems simplify security?

Network security teams can find themselves overwhelmed with protecting an enterprise network. Expert Matthew Pascucci explains how network management systems can help with that. Continue Reading
How is cross-platform malware carried in Word docs?

Cross-platform malware enables attackers to leverage their attacks using infected Microsoft Word docs. Expert Nick Lewis explains how the attacks work and how to defend against them. Continue Reading
ATMitch malware: Can fileless ATM malware be stopped?

How was the ATMitch malware able to loot cash machines, then delete itself? Expert Nick Lewis explains how the fileless malware works and how it spreads. Continue Reading

Is upgrading to SNMP v3 enough to secure network devices?

Using SNMP v3 is a good first step, but it's not enough to prevent attackers from accessing a network through an SNMP-enabled device. Expert Judith Myerson explains what else to do. Continue Reading
Libpurple flaw: How does it affect connected IM clients?

The libpurple library contains a code execution vulnerability that affects the IM clients that were developed using it. Expert Michael Cobb explains how the flaw works. Continue Reading
Inbound vs. outbound firewall rules: Comparing the differences

Enterprise network security expert Kevin Beaver compares and contrasts the roles of an inbound firewall and an outbound firewall. Find out what the differences are. Continue Reading
Did DDoS attacks cause the FCC net neutrality site to go down?

The FCC net neutrality comment site crashed, and it was blamed on DDoS attacks. Expert Matthew Pascucci looks at the technical side of this incident and what was behind it. Continue Reading