Essential Guides
TechTarget editors have curated a collection of “essential” articles on key IT topics. These articles have been packaged into guides which offer our readers comprehensive, problem solving content to help inform and guide their research.
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How to attack DDoS threats with a solid defense plan
An anti-DDoS program requires solid understanding of the threat and a clearly thought-out strategy. This guide will help you define and implement a solid DDoS defense plan. Continue Reading
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Black Hat 2017: Special conference coverage
The SearchSecurity team covers the threats and vulnerabilities at this year's Black Hat USA with news, features, interviews and more from Las Vegas. Continue Reading
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Tackle endpoint defense issues to obtain the best endpoint security
The best endpoint security requires more than virus scanning. This guide shows why antivirus is the least of your worries when it comes to endpoint protection. Continue Reading
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How to conduct a next-generation firewall evaluation
Before buying a next-generation firewall, read this essential guide that will walk your business through the process, from evaluation to purchase. Continue Reading
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RSA 2017: Special conference coverage
Follow breaking news from the SearchSecurity team at RSA 2017 in San Francisco to learn the latest developments in the information security industry. Continue Reading
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How air gap attacks challenge the notion of secure networks
Today's cyberattacks are taking new shapes and sizes in the ever-changing tech environment. This guide explores air gap attacks, the history behind them and the latest threats facing air-gapped networks. Continue Reading
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RSAC 2018: Special conference coverage
Find out what's happening at the information security industry's biggest event with breaking news and analysis by the SearchSecurity team at the RSA Conference 2018 in San Francisco. Continue Reading
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GDPR compliance requirements and how to best fulfill them
Learn the details of the European Union's new regulations for data security and what your company needs to do now to meet them and avoid expensive penalties. Continue Reading
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How the Mirai botnet changed IoT security and DDoS defense
It seemed that no IoT device was safe from the Mirai botnet when it took down major enterprises and internet infrastructure providers with massive DDoS attacks. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 8: Software development security explained
If you're studying for the CISSP exam, don't miss this special Security School on Domain 8. Review important concepts in software development security and sharpen your skills. Continue Reading
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Top cybersecurity techniques to prevent data breaches
Learn about important cybersecurity techniques and technologies that serve as the foundation of both day-to-day security operations and incident response. Continue Reading
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Containing ransomware outbreaks now a top infosec priority
Prepping for and dealing with an outbreak of ransomware is the IT version of the flu shot. Learn how company systems and data from these potentially deadline infections. Continue Reading
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Behavioral analytics, security go hand in hand
This Security School explores behavioral analytics as a tool for enhancing the security of enterprise systems and data. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 6: The importance of security assessments and testing
Security assessment and testing should be baked into your regular IT workflows so that you’re able to spot software vulnerabilities before they turn into full-blown attacks. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 5: Cloud identity management and access control
From cloud identity and access management to physical access control, this study guide will help you review key concepts from Domain 5 of the CISSP exam. Continue Reading
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Cyberthreats, cyber vulnerabilities, and how to fight back
The key to countering cyberthreats today is to first understand your biggest vulnerabilities and then research the most effective countermeasures available to minimize them. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 4: Network security
Brush up on network security fundamentals like segmentation and secure routing in this CISSP exam study guide for Domain 4, Communication and Network Security. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 3: Security systems engineering
Planning to take the CISSP exam? Brush up on essential concepts and vocabulary in security systems engineering, covered in Domain 3, in this Security School. Continue Reading
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How to craft an application security strategy that's airtight
A solid application security strategy today must include varieties like cloud apps and mobile. Learn how to set application security policies and practices that keep hackers out. Continue Reading
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CISSP Domain 2: Asset security and data encryption methods
This Security School will help prepare you for Domain 2 of the CISSP exam, providing overviews of data encryption methods, data ownership concepts and asset protection. Continue Reading