Virtualization security issues and threats
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Virtualization security issues and threats News
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May 11, 2018
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May'18
Hardware debug documentation leads to widespread vulnerability
A hardware debug bug, apparently caused by unclear Intel hardware architecture documentation, infested almost all major OSes, as well as leading virtualization software.
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May 04, 2018
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May'18
AMD patches in testing with ecosystem partners
The timeline for the AMD patches promised to fix chipset flaws disclosed in March is being criticized, but AMD said the patches are being tested by partners and are still on track.
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March 23, 2018
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Mar'18
AMD patches for Ryzen chip flaws due 'in the coming weeks'
AMD patches are in the works for the Ryzen and EPYC chip flaws announced without the normal disclosure, but CTS Labs continues to stress the severity of the issues.
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November 29, 2017
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Nov'17
Protecting the virtualization layer from emerging threats
VMware's Tom Corn discusses the looming threats to the virtualization layer of enterprise data centers and explains why simplifying environments and security controls can help.
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VMware AppDefense
VMware AppDefense is a data center security service designed to protect virtualized applications running in an enterprise data center in order to improve the protection and threat response performance of an enterprise security operations center (SOC... Continue Reading
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Application containers: What are the major risks?
NIST recently issued guidance on mitigating the security risks of application containers. Expert Judith Myerson outlines some of the risks and fixes highlighted in the guide. Continue Reading
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Set up VMware VM Encryption for hypervisor-level security
Learn how to set up and run the new VMware vSphere 6.5 VM Encryption feature to improve security by bringing encryption to the hypervisor level. Continue Reading
Evaluate Virtualization security issues and threats Vendors & Products
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VMware AppDefense: How will it address endpoint security?
VMware announced AppDefense, its latest effort to help improve endpoint security. Matt Pascucci explains how AppDefense addresses applications in vSphere environments. Continue Reading
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What's the difference between software containers and sandboxing?
Understanding the difference between software containers and sandboxing can help enterprises make the right decision about which to use. Expert Matthew Pascucci explains them. Continue Reading
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Do DMZ networks still provide security benefits for enterprises?
DMZ networks were once widely used by enterprises, but are they still common today? Expert Judith Myerson explains why DMZs may be a good security option for some organizations. Continue Reading
Manage Virtualization security issues and threats
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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VMs per host: What are the risks of multiple connections?
While there are no set rules, there are some security recommendations when it comes to virtual machines running on one host. Learn the best practices with expert Matt Pascucci. Continue Reading
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Preserve Hyper-V security from Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities
Protect Hyper-V VMs from Meltdown and Spectre security vulnerabilities, and install patches from Microsoft. Watch out for future revisions, performance impacts and recalls. Continue Reading
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How do you use AppDefense for VMware application monitoring?
VMware AppDefense secures an application by monitoring deviations from its normal behavior. Its core functions establish a baseline, measure behavior and try to correct it. Continue Reading
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How Docker APIs can be misused to plant malware
Researchers discovered how Docker APIs can be exploited to hide malware. Dave Shackleford explains the attack method and the threat it poses to container and virtual machines. Continue Reading
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How can enterprises stop the Flip Feng Shui exploit from hijacking VMs?
The Flip Feng Shui attack can target virtual machines. Expert Judith Myerson explains the exploit and describes how to prevent it from hijacking enterprise VMs. Continue Reading
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How does the Cisco CloudCenter Orchestrator vulnerability work?
Cisco's CloudCenter Orchestrator was found to have a privilege escalation vulnerability. Expert Matthew Pascucci explains how it works and what enterprises need to know about it. Continue Reading