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How Juniper and F5 SSL VPNs can handle endpoint security
It's not easy setting up an endpoint security system, especially when using an existing SSL VPN architecture. In this tip, expert David Strom uses words and pictures to illustrate the steps needed to enable endpoint security using the SSL VPNs from ... Continue Reading
How can a call center achieve compliance with ISO 27001?
Before you begin putting the pieces of your security program together, you may want to have a look at ISO 27001. In this expert Q&A, Shon Harris explains the framework and how it can identify and address an organization's security risks. Continue Reading
Developing an information security program using SABSA, ISO 17799
In this final article of our information security governance series, Shon Harris explains how to develop an information security program with SABSA and ISO 17799. Continue Reading
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Should an organization centralize its information security division?
Is your organization capable of having true information security governance? In our expert Q&A, Shon Harris reveals the ideal components of a centralized security team. Continue Reading
Steps in the information security program life cycle
This article from our series on information security governance describes the essential steps to take when developing a security program life cycle. Continue Reading
How to safely issue passwords to new users
In this Ask the Expert Q&A, our identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin offers tips on safe password distribution, and reviews the common mistakes that help desks and system administrators make when issuing new passwords.Continue Reading
How to configure a server to prevent unauthorized network access
Learn from other security practitioners as they share ways to configure a network so unauthorized users cannot access files, folders and other sensitive information.Continue Reading
The pros and cons of PKI and two-factor authentication methods
There are myriad authentication methods to choose from today; learn the pros and cons of two such methods, Public Key Infrastructures and two-factor authentication systems, and how each system helps validate user identities, in this identity and ...Continue Reading
Pen testing your VPN
Your VPN is a vital gateway into your network for your company's road warriors, telecommuters and other remote users. Unfortunately, it's also a gateway for the less-than-scrupulous predators prowling the Internet for access to your network. This ...Continue Reading
Designing a DMZ using iptables
In this tip, excerpted from ITKnowledge Exchange, security practitioners share strategies used to design a demilitarized zone using iptables.Continue Reading
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How to build a secure network from the ground up
Receive peer advice on what steps are crucial when building a secure network from the ground up. Also learn what resources are available to guide you through this process.Continue Reading
Firewall Architecture Tutorial
In this Firewall Architecture Tutorial you will learn all aspects of firewall implementation such as how to choose the right type of firewall for your organization, how to choose a firewall topology and how to audit firewall activity.Continue Reading
Designing an architecture for FTP file transfer
Popular VLAN attacks and how to avoid them
Learn how to secure a VLAN from popular attacks such as the VLAN hopping attack.Continue Reading
Where to place IDS network sensors
JP Vossen explains where to place IDS sensors.Continue Reading
An introduction to SSH2
Learn about the differences between SSH1 and SSH2 and why you should consider upgrading.Continue Reading
How to patch vulnerabilities and keep them sealed
Learn how to simplify the patch deployment process and employ methods that will reduce vulnerabilities.Continue Reading
Be prepared: How to prevent and detect botnets
Sooner or later, enterprises have to deal with a remote-controlled compromise. By treating botnets as a disaster preparedness problem, they'll be on the right track.Continue Reading
How does 'arbitrary code' exploit a device?
Week 1: The security manager's daily checklist
Here's a daily checklist for security managers.Continue Reading
The detection and prevention of split tunneling
Disabling split tunneling for secure remote access
The difference between a two-tier and a three-tier firewall
Next-generation IDS brings less false positives, more intelligence
An effective next-generation IDS can detect malicious attacks by integrating protection, analysis and response technologies, givubg users better security intelligence.Continue Reading
The risk of allowing UDP traffic through a layered firewall architecture
The dangers of open port 139