Platform security
Get the latest news, advice and best practices for platform security. Here you'll find information on vulnerability and threat management, operating system security fundamentals, virtualization security basics, Web security and more.
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Instant Download: Free Guide to Password Security
Including insights from security pros Michael Cobb, Jeremy Bergsman and Nick Lewis, gain expert advice on how to improve your password policies to keep your enterprise safe. Explore machine learning-powered techniques, how to approach mobile password management, and more.
Platform security News
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February 15, 2019
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Google Play security improved by targeting repeat offenders
Google this week attributed security improvements in Google Play to both automated processes and human reviewers. The improvements include stopping bad apps from being published.
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December 27, 2018
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Malwarebytes: Fileless ransomware an emerging threat for U.S.
A new Malwarebytes report examines Sorebrect, a fileless ransomware threat that's been detected in the U.S. this year, as well as with three other fileless attacks.
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December 07, 2018
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Dec'18
Facebook app permissions skirted rules to gather call logs
New email messages revealed that Facebook app permissions were carefully implemented to avoid alerting users to the fact that the Android app was gathering call log and SMS data.
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October 22, 2018
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Oct'18
Zero-day jQuery plugin vulnerability exploited for 3 years
A zero-day in jQuery File Upload could affect thousands of projects because the jQuery plugin vulnerability has existed for eight years and actively exploited for at least three years.
Platform security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Secure Shell (SSH)
SSH, also known as Secure Shell or Secure Socket Shell, is a network protocol that gives users, particularly system administrators, a secure way to access a computer over an unsecured network. Continue Reading
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The complete guide to Windows 10 security tools
IT professionals must carefully consider which security tools they use to protect their Windows 10 desktops. They may want to stray from the Microsoft path in some instances. Continue Reading
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IoT security (internet of things security)
IoT security is the technology area concerned with safeguarding connected devices and networks in the internet of things (IoT). Continue Reading
Evaluate Platform security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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What are the top Windows Defender features in Windows 10?
Windows Defender includes several features IT pros can use to tighten security. Application Guard, for example, isolates browser sessions to defend against internet-based attacks. Continue Reading
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Get to know enterprise patch management tools
Unpatched software and OSes can create a huge security hole in any organization. IT should know what tools can fill in the gaps. Continue Reading
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Machine learning security, a real advance in tech protection
Some pioneers of AI in cybersecurity find progress thus far limited, but machine learning still offers an advancement in protecting enterprise networks and data. Continue Reading
Manage Platform security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How can attacks bypass Windows Driver Signature Enforcement?
Security researchers demonstrated how a new fileless attack technique can bypass a Windows kernel protection feature at Black Hat 2018. Find out how the technique works. Continue Reading
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GandCrab ransomware: How does it differ from previous versions?
A new version of GandCrab was discovered by researchers in July 2018 and involves the use of legacy systems. Learn how this version differs and who is at risk with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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How Big Star Labs was able to use data collecting apps
The ad-blocking vendor AdGuard found browser extensions and apps from Big Star Labs collecting browser history data. Discover how this was accomplished with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Platform security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How does cross-site tracking increase security risks?
Mozilla's Firefox 63 automatically blocks tracking cookies and other site data from cross-site tracking. Learn what this is and what the benefits of blocking it are with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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How to ensure your enterprise doesn't have compromised hardware
Enterprise protections are crucial in order to guarantee the safety of your hardware. Discover best practices to guard your enterprise's hardware with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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Is read-only mode a viable approach to container hardening?
Can containers work in read-only mode, and how does this setup make a difference in security hardening? Continue Reading