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Data Security and Cloud Computing

• How can the Siri attack, 'iStegSiri,' be mitigated?

  A proof-of-concept attack on Apple's Siri allowed researchers to steal data from iOS. Learn more about the iStegSiri attack and how to defend against such threats. Continue Reading

• endpoint security management

  Endpoint security management is a policy-based approach to network security that requires endpoint devices to comply with specific criteria before they are granted access to network resources. Continue Reading

• How does user behavior analytics compare to security awareness training?

  User behavior analytics is emerging as a technology to prevent malware infections and end-user attacks, but how viable is it? Expert Nick Lewis outlines the pros and cons. Continue Reading

• How does the PFP Cybersecurity power consumption tool detect malware?

  A new tool claims to detect malware by monitoring power consumption -- but is it good for enterprise use? Enterprise threats expert Nick Lewis explains. Continue Reading

• Six ways to improve endpoint device security

  Endpoint devices are often the root cause of data breaches. Expert Eric Cole explains the best ways to improve endpoint protection. Continue Reading

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  • Port Scan
  • DMZ (networking)
  • quantum supremacy
  • Web application firewall (WAF)

  • spyware
  • application whitelisting
  • botnet
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• EINSTEIN

  EINSTEIN monitors and analyzes Internet traffic when it moves in and out of U.S. federal computer networks.Continue Reading

• Six criteria for purchasing unified threat management appliances

  Expert Ed Tittel explores key criteria for evaluating unified threat management (UTM) appliances to determine the best choice for your organization.Continue Reading

• IT consultants leading edge of Internet of Everything security

  Cisco security services SVP Bryan Palma discusses how Cisco's consulting teams have an early view of how the Internet of Everything will roll out.Continue Reading

• Block ciphers: REESSE3+ vs. International Data Encryption Algorithm

  Expert Michael Cobb explains the difference between the REESSE3+ and IDEA block ciphers and explores when each is applicable in an enterprise setting.Continue Reading

• A closer look at the Certified Information Security Manager certification

  The Certified Information Security Manager certification has been around for over a decade now, and it's only grown in prominence. What makes the ISACA CISM so important and how does it compare to its peers?Continue Reading

• Bloom cookies: Privacy without prohibiting Web personalization?

  While cookies are critical to delivering personalized Web content, they are a privacy concern. Learn how adding Bloom filters to cookies can help enhance privacy while maintaining personalization.Continue Reading

• Does Peerio offer secure enterprise messaging and file sharing?

  A new app for end-to-end encrypted messaging and file sharing is available, but is it ready for enterprise use? Expert Michael Cobb explains.Continue Reading

• How can we secure enterprise email at home and abroad?

  Emails often contain sensitive information, yet the proper measures are not always taken to secure them. Learn how to keep corporate email safe both at home and in foreign countries.Continue Reading

• From SSL and early TLS to TLS 1.2: Creating a PCI DSS 3.1 migration plan

  PCI DSS 3.1 requires enterprises to deplete SSL and early TLS use by June 30, 2016. Expert Michael Cobb offers advice for putting a migration plan to TLS 1.2 in place.Continue Reading

• PoSeidon: Inside the evolving world of point-of-sale malware

  Point-of-sale malware, such as the recent PoSeidon malware, continues to evolve to avoid detection. So what's an enterprise to do? Expert Nick Lewis explains how the malware functions and what organizations can do about it.Continue Reading