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• IPv6 extension headers and security: Analyzing the risk

  IPv6 security expert Fernando Gont explains why IPv6 extension headers can inadvertently subvert security controls or foster denial-of-service conditions. Continue Reading

• The Basics of Information Security

  In this excerpt of The Basics of Information Security, author Jason Andress outlines methods for improving operating systems security. Continue Reading

• Malware defense: How to detect and mitigate advanced evasion techniques

  Expert Nick Lewis explores a number of techniques used by advanced malware to evade detection and explains how to detect and mitigate the threats. Continue Reading

• How can vishing attacks be prevented?

  Enterprise threats expert Nick Lewis explains what vishing attacks are and offers best practices for defending against them. Continue Reading

• How vulnerable is Silverlight security?

  Microsoft Silverlight has been in the spotlight due to an increase in the number of exploit kits it is included in. Expert Nick Lewis explains the threat's severity and how to mitigate it. Continue Reading

• How to detect fraudulent certificates that look real

  Malware using seemingly real digital certificates is becoming more prevalent. Expert Nick Lewis discusses how to detect fraudulent certificates.Continue Reading

• Can open source cryptography libraries be trusted?

  After the Heartbleed fiasco, the future of OpenSSL and open source cryptography libraries is up in the air. Application Security Expert Michael Cobb discusses whether they can -- and should -- be trusted.Continue Reading

• Hacking forensics: Windows command-line tools for the modern era

  It's a fact of life: Windows systems get hacked. In this tip, expert Nick Lewis discusses multiple Windows command-line tools to help enterprises discover if their system has been compromised.Continue Reading

• Malware Forensics Field Guide for Linux Systems: Digital Forensics Field Guides

  In this excerpt of Malware Forensics Field Guide for Linux Systems: Digital Forensics Field Guides, the authors explain how to discover and extract malware from a Linux system.Continue Reading

• Wireless access point security: Defending against Chameleon malware

  Chameleon malware targets insecure wireless access points. Enterprise threats expert Nick Lewis explains how to defend against the malware.Continue Reading

• Introduction to Information Security: A Strategic-Based Approach

  In this excerpt of Introduction to Information Security: A Strategic-Based Approach, authors Timothy J. Shimeall and Jonathan M. Spring discuss the importance of intrusion detection and prevention.Continue Reading

• Hacking with Kali: Practical Penetration Testing Techniques

  In this excerpt of Hacking with Kali: Practical Penetration Testing Techniques, authors James Broad and Andrew Bindner outline the five phases of the penetration testing lifecycle.Continue Reading

• Five steps for improving an authenticated vulnerability scan

  Running an authenticated vulnerability scan can help detect flaws in your system, yet many organizations don't invest in this methodology. Security expert Kevin Beaver discusses five ways to get the most out of an authenticated vulnerability scan.Continue Reading

• Debunking the myths of authenticated vulnerability scans

  When it comes to authenticated vulnerability scans, there are many misunderstandings about the technology that leave organizations wary. Security expert Kevin Beaver explains what to expect from your scans.Continue Reading

• Turla spyware: Defending against undetectable malware

  Is there a way to detect malware that's designed to avoid detection? Nick Lewis explains how the Turla spyware works and how to defend against it.Continue Reading

• Is FIDO authentication the future of online authentication products?

  Can FIDO Alliance standards bring biometrics to the masses? See 11 of the products that may represent the future of online authentication products.Continue Reading

• How to remove malware on Android devices that reinstalls itself

  A variant of malware on Android devices removes and reinstalls itself when a device powers on or off. Learn how to completely eradicate the threat.Continue Reading

• Third-party application security evaluation tools and services

  Learn about the tools and services available that enterprises can use to determine the security of their third-party applications.Continue Reading

• Mobile keyloggers and touchscreen detection attacks

  A recent proof of concept shines new light on the future of mobile keyloggers. Michael Cobb reviews how to keep touchscreen devices safe from attack.Continue Reading

• Mobile keyloggers: Defense measures against mobile keystroke logging

  Application security expert Michael Cobb explains how companies can defend themselves against the growing threat of mobile keystroke logging.Continue Reading

• Third-party vendor management security best practices

  Third-party vendor management is important for avoiding incidents like the Target breach. Joseph Granneman offers four must-have security controls.Continue Reading

• Security validation for cloud-based applications

  Adopting cloud-based applications can be a security headache. Michael Cobb explains how to perform tests that validate cloud app security.Continue Reading

• The truth about USB malware and safety best practices

  A strain of malware can steal data from a USB device itself rather than infect a network or system. Nick Lewis explains how to mitigate the threat.Continue Reading

• The anti-sandbox malware that threatens sandbox security

  An anti-sandboxing malware variant is defeating on-premises sandbox protection. Is sandbox security a thing of the past? Expert Nick Lewis discusses.Continue Reading

• How to secure a wireless router to ensure remote admin service safety

  Network security expert describes how to secure a wireless router and prevent the router's remote administration feature from being hacked.Continue Reading

• Regulatory compliance requirements for security awareness programs

  Employees play an important role in achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance, explains compliance expert Mike Chapple.Continue Reading

• Exploring logical, physical access control systems integration

  Is it smart for infosec teams to push for integration of logical and physical access control systems? Learn how to make the case and where to start.Continue Reading

• How to use the Metasploit Framework to test for new vulnerabilities

  The open source Metasploit Framework is an essential tool to help enterprises detect new vulnerabilities. Michael Cobb explains why.Continue Reading

• Defense best practices for a man-in-the-middle attack

  Man-in-the-middle attack defense requires careful, layered security. Michael Cobb reviews the tactics enterprises should employ to stay secure.Continue Reading

• Java-based malware: Mitigating the threat of JRE vulnerabilities

  Java-based malware and JRE vulnerabilities are a constant enterprise threat. Expert Nick Lewis reveals how to reduce (or at least tolerate) the risk.Continue Reading

• Best practices for employer monitoring of social media

  Expert Joseph Granneman explains the best way for employers to approach social media monitoring as part of a social media policy for employees.Continue Reading

• Network segmentation: No-brainer or unseen network security threat?

  When it comes to security, network segmentation can be a blessing or a curse. In this tip, we look at the pros and cons of this enterprise decision.Continue Reading

• Strategic security staffing: Generalist or specialist?

  Expert Joseph Granneman explains whether a midsize company should hire security specialists or generalists and why.Continue Reading

• NIST cybersecurity framework analysis: Putting it to good use

  Expert Ernie Hayden explains how critical infrastructure organizations can use the NIST cybersecurity framework to assess, improve infosec practices.Continue Reading

• Why wait for FIDO? Multifactor authentication methods you can use now

  FIDO-ready tech could take a while, but there are a variety of multifactor authentication methods available now to make your logins secure.Continue Reading

• Preparing for a firewall failure: Firewall best practices

  Is your enterprise ready for a firewall failure? Uncover firewall best practices to help you prepare.Continue Reading

• NSA TAO: What Tailored Access Operations unit means for enterprises

  The NSA's top-secret Tailored Access Operations offensive hacking unit offers enterprise defense strategy lessons. Expert Nick Lewis discusses.Continue Reading

• Addressing the security vulnerabilities of IPMI-enabled systems

  The Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) protocol presents a number of security vulnerabilities. Uncover how to mitigate the risks.Continue Reading

• UTM vs. NGFW: Comparing unified threat management, next-gen firewalls

  What's the difference between unified threat management (UTM) products and next-generation firewalls (NGFW)? Brad Casey discusses.Continue Reading

• Using whitelisting technology to defend against POS malware

  Learn how whitelisting technology can help protect point-of-sale terminals from being compromised by POS malware.Continue Reading

• App security: Decompiling Android APK files

  Find hidden malware or security weaknesses by decompiling Android applications into Java source code.Continue Reading

• Introduction to iCloud Keychain: Security for password synchronization

  ICloud Keychain can supposedly sync passwords across devices without using iCloud. But is it secure? Security expert Michele Chubirka explains.Continue Reading

• Authentication caching: How it reduces enterprise network congestion

  Michael Cobb explores the pros and cons of authentication caching and whether the practice can truly calm network strain.Continue Reading

• CryptoLocker ransomware: Why ransomware prevention is a losing battle

  The CryptoLocker ransomware caught many enterprises off guard. Expert Nick Lewis explains why it's unique and the one defense strategy that works.Continue Reading

• Incident response planning for DNS attacks against enterprises

  Practicing incident response for a DNS attack will help enterprises recover faster. Nick Lewis offers incident response planning best practices.Continue Reading

• Changes to ISO 27001: What's new in the 2013 ISO 27001 update?

  Expert Mike Chapple reviews the recent ISO 27001 update, including the three most significant changes to ISO 27001 and the effect on infosec programs.Continue Reading

• API security: How to ensure secure API use in the enterprise

  API security is a growing enterprise concern. In the wake of recent high-profile breaches, discover how to alleviate the issues of insecure APIs.Continue Reading

• C&C infrastructure explained: Tilon malware lessons learned

  Expert Nick Lewis details how the Tilon malware strain utilizes a unique communication protocol with its C&C infrastructure.Continue Reading

• To protect privileged users, consider using least privilege principle

  To defend against "laterally" moving attackers, consider granting privileged users the least privileges necessary. Expert Nick Lewis explains how.Continue Reading

• Web browser protection for users: Adapting to new Web security threats

  Expert Nick Lewis explains how to provide a secure Web browsing experience for users when threats are no longer contained to certain parts of the Web.Continue Reading

• Java patching: Lost cause, or an enterprise security necessity?

  After a plethora of Java and JRE security flaws, threats expert Nick Lewis weighs in on whether Java patching is now an exercise in futility.Continue Reading

• Attack obfuscation: How attackers thwart forensics investigations

  Expert Nick Lewis explains how attackers utilize offensive forensics techniques to thwart forensics investigations.Continue Reading

• HSTS: How HTTP Strict Transport Security enhances application security

  Many websites are using HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) to enhance application security, but is it really more effective than HTTPS?Continue Reading

• Developing a continuous security monitoring program for 24/7 security

  Developing a continuous security monitoring program to ensure 24/7 security is no easy task. Michael Cobb offers key advice for completing the task.Continue Reading

• How Google Chrome Canary improves malware defense, prevents infection

  The forthcoming Google Chrome Canary browser boasts the ability to boost malware defense and prevent malware infection. Michael Cobb explains how.Continue Reading

• Choosing an SSL decryption appliance for enterprise SSL monitoring

  SSL monitoring is becoming critical to enterprise network security. Learn the key criteria for choosing an SSL decryption appliance.Continue Reading

• How descoping measures can help reduce regulatory compliance burden

  Expert Mike Chapple explains how two descoping techniques can help many organizations reduce their regulatory compliance burden.Continue Reading

• Making the case: Mobile IDS/IPS vs. traditional IDS/IPS

  What's the difference between mobile IDS/IPS and traditional IDS/IPS? Expert Brad Casey discusses the value proposition for enterprise deployment.Continue Reading

• The benefits of subscription-based penetration testing services

  Should an enterprise opt for subscription-based services or conduct their pen testing in-house? Network security expert Brad Casey discusses.Continue Reading

• Is cloud-based DDoS mitigation better than in-house DDoS protection?

  Discover the benefits of cloud-based DDoS mitigation and uncover when a cloud service is more viable than in-house DDoS protection.Continue Reading

• How ISP services can improve enterprise cybersecurity

  Uncover which ISP services enterprises should seek from their providers to improve cybersecurity and mitigate cyberattacks.Continue Reading

• Three ways to raise infosec awareness among non-security executives

  Low infosec awareness among C-level execs can hurt security funding. Expert Joseph Granneman details three ways that CISOs can raise that awareness.Continue Reading

• Network tap vulnerabilities: Network traffic security over the Internet

  Is there any viable way to mitigate the risks of a potential wide-area network tap and ensure network traffic security over the Internet?Continue Reading

• Why TCP traffic spikes with source port zero should sound an alarm

  Are spikes in TCP traffic with source port zero warning signs that future attacks are imminent? Discover why enterprises should be concerned.Continue Reading

• Best practices for implementing an enterprise network air gap system

  Learn best practices for implementing an enterprise network air gap system as a defense against advanced attacks.Continue Reading

• Using Wireshark: Reviewing four key Wireshark features

  Become familiar with four Wireshark features network security pros value in this packet-capturing analytics tool.Continue Reading

• How to build an effective corporate privacy compliance program

  Expert Mike Chapple reviews major data privacy laws and explains how to build a data privacy compliance program to meet regulatory requirements.Continue Reading

• SHA-1 to SHA-2: The future of SSL and enterprise application security

  The future of SSL is SHA-2. Security expert Michael Cobb explains why SHA-1 poses an increasing danger and what the transition entails.Continue Reading

• Microsoft Office 2003: Staying safe after the security support stops

  Worried about Microsoft Office 2003 security after support ends April 8, 2014? Michael Cobb offers some pointers.Continue Reading

• Preventing plaintext password problems in Google Chrome

  Plaintext passwords are risky business. Michael Cobb discusses what Google says about the Chrome password vulnerability and potential exploits.Continue Reading

• Smart defense is good offense: Rethink how you use your SIEM product

  Learn how to improve policies and enhance monitoring to make your security information and event management (SIEM) product more effective.Continue Reading

• Femtocell security: Defending against a femtocell hack

  The risk of a femtocell hack is a real enterprise concern. Nick Lewis explains why and explores how to defend against an attack.Continue Reading

• KINS malware: Rootkit vs. bootkit

  The emerging KINS malware has been labeled a bootkit rather than a rootkit. Nick Lewis explains the difference and how to defend against it.Continue Reading

• Essential security analytics technology for advanced malware detection

  Josh Sokol reviews the security technologies needed to support a successful security analytics program focused on advanced malware detection.Continue Reading

• Pre-audit planning: Four keys to a successful IT security audit

  One QSA offers pre-audit planning advice to ensure a smooth, successful enterprise IT security audit for both the organization and the auditor.Continue Reading

• How to use the RACI matrix for a security risk assessment

  Expert Joseph Granneman explains how the RACI matrix can be used as part of an information security risk assessment.Continue Reading

• The backdoor threat of Trusted Platform Module and Windows 8

  Does the combination of the Trusted Platform Module and Windows 8 create the threat of a backdoor? Michael Cobb discusses.Continue Reading

• Elliptic curve cryptography: What ECC can do for the enterprise

  Is elliptic curve cryptography more effective than RSA or Diffie-Hellman? Security expert Michael Cobb details the pros and cons of ECC.Continue Reading

• What is the MEHARI risk management framework and how can it be used?

  Expert Joseph Granneman details the MEHARI risk management framework and compares it to the ISO 27000 and NIST 800 series.Continue Reading

• What are the top instant messaging security risks facing enterprises?

  Expert Michael Cobb explains the security risks of instant messaging (IM) and reveals why standardizing on one program can help mitigate them.Continue Reading

• SSH security risks: Assessment and remediation planning

  Application security expert Michael Cobb details how to use a new free SSH security risk assessment tool to mitigate enterprise SSH risks.Continue Reading

• How to rank enterprise network security vulnerabilities

  Risk management programs yield massive data on network security vulnerabilities. Infosec pros must rank risks before prioritizing remediation efforts.Continue Reading

• How to identify and secure data egress points to prevent data loss

  Expert Michael Cobb discusses how to identify the data egress points in enterprise databases to prevent malicious data exfiltration.Continue Reading

• Network security risks: The trouble with default passwords

  Network security expert Brad Casey explores the risks of putting devices on the network with default passwords, and spotting default password usage.Continue Reading

• The risks of granting admin rights for Windows app management

  Brad Casey explores issues with giving Windows users admin rights to install and manage applications, and offers advice on mitigating inherent risks.Continue Reading

• How to defend against a DOM-based XSS attack

  Learn how DOM-based XSS attacks differ from typical cross-site scripting attacks, and learn best practices for defending against them.Continue Reading

• Improve disaster preparedness with the National Mitigation Framework

  Businesses can use FEMA's National Mitigation Framework to improve disaster preparedness planning. Expert Joseph Granneman explains how.Continue Reading

• DLL preloading: Making malware detection more difficult

  DLL preloading makes malware detection difficult. Effective enterprise mitigation requires antimalware, Microsoft FixIt, and keeping programs current.Continue Reading

• Using the Google Transparency Report to enhance website blacklisting

  Threats expert Nick Lewis explores whether Google's Transparency Report can be used to enhance blacklisting of malicious websites in the enterprise.Continue Reading

• Can Windows EFS hinder malware detection?

  A new malware strain leverages the Encrypting File System to thwart forensic analysis. Learn how to handle attacks that involve Windows EFS.Continue Reading

• Locking the backdoor: Reducing the risk of unauthorized system access

  Rampant backdoors in enterprise IT products too often provide unauthorized access to attackers and governments. Learn how to defend against the risks.Continue Reading

• Using DNS monitoring to detect network breaches

  Brad Casey highlights three DNS data-monitoring methods that can help organizations determine if their networks have been breached.Continue Reading

• Using microVM isolation to improve malware detection and defense

  Use of microVMs for malware detection and isolation is growing, but expert Brad Casey cautions that the tactic isn't a cure-all for fighting malware.Continue Reading

• Is EAL4 certification necessary for enterprise firewall products?

  EAL4 certification ensures integrity in security products, but is it a must when buying enterprise firewall products? Expert Brad Casey explains.Continue Reading

• Assessing the threat of proxy auto-config malware

  Expert Nick Lewis explains how attackers are taking advantage of proxy auto-config capabilities in browsers and what mitigations can be put in place.Continue Reading

• How to manage TeamViewer security risk, mitigate the TeamSpy malware

  In light of the recent TeamSpy malware, Nick Lewis examines whether TeamViewer's security risk has reached an acceptable level for enterprises.Continue Reading

• Identifying and preventing router, switch and firewall vulnerabilities

  Routers, switches and firewalls are easy targets for hackers. Network security expert Brad Casey offers advice on keeping network devices secure.Continue Reading

• Heap spray attacks: Details and mitigations for new techniques

  Expert Nick Lewis details a new heap spray attack technique and provides mitigations for both new and old heap spray attacks.Continue Reading

• Incident response lessons from Facebook's red team exercises

  Expert Nick Lewis provides advice for enterprises looking to take inspiration for an incident response plan from Facebook's red team exercises.Continue Reading

• Is FTP malware threatening network port security?

  A diligent enterprise must watch for FTP attacks over non-standard ports, says network security expert Brad Casey.Continue Reading