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• Why are both symmetric and asymmetric encryption used in OpenPGP?

  OpenPGP uses asymmetric encryption and symmetric encryption for different parts of its process. Expert Michael Cobb explains the purpose of hybrid encryption in message security. Continue Reading

• Becoming a Global Chief Security Executive Officer

  In this excerpt of Becoming a Global Chief Security Executive Officer: A How to Guide for Next Generation Security Leaders, author Roland Cloutier discusses the primary role of the chief security officer. Continue Reading

• How can a vendor risk assessment help enterprise security?

  Third-party vendors are necessary for organizations, but with them come more security risks. Expert Mike O. Villegas discusses how vendor risk assessments can help. Continue Reading

• What are the pros and cons of hiring an ex-hacker?

  Hiring an ex-hacker to join an enterprise security team is a risky move. Expert Mike O. Villegas discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of this nontraditional hiring move. Continue Reading

• How to start building an enterprise application security program

  Building an effective application security program can be daunting. Sean Martin talks with experts about the best first steps enterprises should take. Continue Reading

• Are cyberwar games beneficial to test enterprise security?

  Traditional security testing is always recommended, but what about cyberwar games? Expert Mike O. Villegas discusses the best ways to test a security program.Continue Reading

• Government cybersecurity problems can teach enterprises what to do

  The U.S. government's cybersecurity problems are in the spotlight, so enterprises should learn from them. Expert Mike Chapple looks at the lessons organizations can learn.Continue Reading

• Internet of things challenges are many, but security tops the list

  Organizations that choose to tackle the long list of internet of things challenges know that security-related issues must be at the top of that list: A plunge into the world of smart, connected devices inevitably comes with a whole set of security ...Continue Reading

• How does the EMET 5.0 vulnerability allow attackers to turn it off?

  A vulnerability has been discovered in EMET 5.0 that can be used to turn EMET off. Expert Nick Lewis explains the flaw, and what enterprises can do to maintain security.Continue Reading

• How to mitigate bit flipping flaw caused by Rowhammer exploits

  A Rowhammer attack on DRAM can induce bit flipping, putting data security at risk. Expert Michael Cobb explains the flaw and what preventive actions enterprises can take.Continue Reading

• Are Amazon devices running on the latest Fire OS 5 secure?

  Amazon disabled native encryption capabilities in the latest Fire OS version. Expert Michael Cobb explains what this means for security, and if encryption can be reinstated.Continue Reading

• Information security culture: How enterprises can build and improve it

  Creating and fostering an information security culture isn't easy. Guest contributor Lance Hayden explains how to do it and how to identify signs of improvement.Continue Reading

• How tabletop exercises can help uncover hidden security risks

  A regular tabletop exercise could help to identify security risks in scenarios relevant to your organization. Expert Bob Wood explains the steps in the process.Continue Reading

• How can the AirDroid app phone hijacking be prevented?

  A vulnerability in the AirDroid device manager app left users at risk of phone hijacking. Expert Michael Cobb explains how the exploit works, and what can be done to prevent it.Continue Reading

• Can a tablet security policy help protect enterprise users?

  BYOD isn't a new trend, but tablet security policy is increasingly important as users choose them over laptops for work. Expert Mike O. Villegas discusses tablet security policies.Continue Reading