Disk and file encryption tools
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Disk and file encryption tools News
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May 17, 2018
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May'18
Risk & Repeat: Why Ray Ozzie's Clear proposal isn't so clear
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss Ray Ozzie's solution for going dark, known as Clear, and what infosec experts are saying about it.
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May 16, 2018
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May'18
Efail disclosure troubles highlight branded vulnerability issues
The Efail disclosure process was one day away from completion, but attempts to generate hype for the vulnerabilities led to details leaking earlier than researchers intended.
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May 14, 2018
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May'18
Efail flaws highlight risky implementations of PGP and S/MIME
The messy disclosure of the Efail flaws raised questions about the security of email encryption, while experts said S/MIME may be more at risk than some PGP implementations.
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April 06, 2018
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Apr'18
Risk & Repeat: New revelations in San Bernardino iPhone case
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the OIG report's findings on the FBI's effort to unlock the iPhone of one of the San Bernardino terrorists.
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evil maid attack
An evil maid attack is a security exploit that targets a computing device that has been shut down and left unattended. An evil maid attack is characterized by the attacker's ability to physically access the target multiple times without the owner's... Continue Reading
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cryptanalysis
Cryptanalysis is the study of ciphertext, ciphers and cryptosystems with the aim of understanding how they work and finding and improving techniques for defeating or weakening them. Continue Reading
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encryption
In computing, encryption is the method by which plaintext or any other type of data is converted from a readable form to an encoded version that can only be decoded by another entity if they have access to a decryption key. Continue Reading
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Tools to transfer large files: How to find and buy the best
Need to transfer files within headquarters or between branches? Managed file transfer tools now offer some interesting new features. Continue Reading
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Google Cloud KMS: What are the security benefits?
Google Cloud KMS is a new encryption key management service available for Google customers. Expert Matthew Pascucci discusses how this service works and its security benefits. Continue Reading
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Big data frameworks: Making their use in enterprises more secure
Many enterprises apply big data techniques to their security systems. But are these methods secure? Expert John Burke explains some of the efforts to secure big data analysis. Continue Reading
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How lattice-based cryptography will improve encryption
As the prospect of quantum computing-based attacks grows, the need for stronger encryption increases. Expert Michael Cobb discusses lattice-based cryptography as an option. Continue Reading
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Entropy sources: How do NIST rules impact risk assessments?
NIST recently released new guidance on entropy sources used for random bit generation. Judith Myerson explains these recommendations and how they alter cryptography principles. Continue Reading
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How to secure bitcoin: What are the best ways to keep it safe?
As bitcoin's value has steadily increased, so too have cyberattacks on cryptocurrency exchanges and wallets. Michael Cobb explains how to keep your bitcoin secure. Continue Reading
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The ROCA vulnerability: How it works and what to do about it
The ROCA vulnerability is a serious flaw in cryptographic keys. Expert Michael Cobb explains what the flaw is, how it works and what can be done to lessen the risk to enterprises. Continue Reading
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Brutal Kangaroo: How does it hop to air-gapped computers?
The CIA Vault 7 cache exposed the Brutal Kangaroo USB malware, which can be spread to computers without an internet connection. Learn how this is possible with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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PGP keys: Can accidental exposures be mitigated?
The accidental publication of an Adobe private key could have put the company in jeopardy. Matt Pascucci explains how it happened and how to better protect PGP keys. Continue Reading