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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Download: Your Complete Guide to IAM
Utilize this 66-page IAM guide to help you stay on top of the latest best practices and techniques. Security expert Michael Cobb explores the risks and rewards of biometrics measures and multifactor authentication, how organizations can assess if it is time to modernize IAM strategies, and much more.
Platform security News
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June 02, 2020
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Jun'20
VMware vulnerability enables takeover of cloud infrastructure
A new vulnerability in VMware Cloud Director allowed any user to obtain control of any virtual machine on a public or private cloud, according to ethical hacking firm Citadelo.
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April 09, 2020
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Apr'20
APTs infiltrated Linux servers undetected for nearly 10 years
New BlackBerry research shows how five APT groups operating on behalf of the Chinese government infiltrated enterprise Linux environments undetected for nearly a decade.
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March 11, 2020
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Mar'20
Microsoft discloses wormable SMBv3 flaw without a patch
Microsoft disclosed a new remote code execution vulnerability associated with the Microsoft Server Message Block 3.1.1 (SMBv3) protocol, but there's currently no patch available.
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September 04, 2019
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Sep'19
USBAnywhere vulnerabilities put Supermicro servers at risk
Security researchers discovered BMC vulnerabilities -- dubbed USBAnywhere -- in Supermicro servers that could put systems at risk of remote attacks via virtualized USB drives.
Platform security Get Started
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The differences between web roles and worker roles in Azure
What sets web roles and worker roles apart in Microsoft's Azure Cloud Services? Here's a look at how they are different. Continue Reading
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Increase PowerShell security with help from AppLocker
Learn how to curb the native abilities of the expansive scripting tool in the Windows OS to prevent your users from being unwitting participants in a cyberattack. Continue Reading
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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
Evaluate Platform security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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What are some Windows Server 2019 SDN security features?
Microsoft continued to refine the software-defined networking capabilities in its latest server operating system by developing several new security features. Continue Reading
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What are some features in Microsoft Defender ATP?
The threat protection platform, which underwent a recent name change, comes with some tailored features for Windows Server 2019 to stop attacks and reduce configuration issues. Continue Reading
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Windows Server 2008 end of life: Is Azure the right path?
Time is almost up for support for your Windows Server 2008/2008 R2 workloads. Microsoft would like you to migrate those VMs to Azure, but is that the best choice? Continue Reading
Manage Platform security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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IT and security teams collide as companies work from home
The new world of remote work has given rise to IT and security teams working more closely than ever before. They need to come together to provide excellent UX and security. Continue Reading
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Employ AI for cybersecurity, reap strong defenses faster
The cyber arms race is never-ending. Learn how to prevail over advanced attacks by putting the latest intelligent technology to service in your cybersecurity program. Continue Reading
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Windows IIS server hardening checklist
Use this handy Windows IIS server hardening checklist on the job to ensure your IIS server is deployed safely and stays secure in use. 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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Illustrated guide to containerization security
Container security concerns are keeping IT pros up at night. Discover why and what they're doing to secure containers as well as the applications and data that run within them. Continue Reading
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How to use and manage BitLocker encryption
Built into business versions of the Windows OS, Microsoft BitLocker encryption is an integral enterprise encryption tool. Read on to learn how BitLocker works and how to manage it. Continue Reading
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How to detect and defend against a TCP port 445 exploit and attacks
The WannaCry TCP port 445 exploit returned the spotlight to Microsoft's long-abused networking port. Network security expert Kevin Beaver explains how to detect and defend against such attacks. Continue Reading