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Cloud security creates new challenges
Security consultant Heinz Zerbes writes that cloud security creates different challenges, and offers advice on how to meet them. Cloud Security
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May 2013 Patch Tuesday fixes IE8 zero day; Adobe tightens ColdFusion
The software giant's May 2013 Patch Tuesday update permanently fixes the IE8 zero-day flaw found in the Dept. of Labor website attack. News | 15 May 2013
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With Windows XP security updates ending, enterprises must plan ahead
With Windows XP security updates ending in 2014, organizations still running the venerable Microsoft OS should start making transition plans. News | 11 Apr 2013
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Two 'critical' bulletins planned for April 2013 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft plans to issue nine bulletins for its April 2013 Patch Tuesday release, including two "critical" fixes for Internet Explorer and Windows iterations. News | 04 Apr 2013
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Internet Explorer vulnerabilities fixed in December 2012 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft released seven security bulletins, addressing flaws in Internet Explorer, Word and Windows kernel-mode drivers. News | 11 Dec 2012
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Microsoft fixes critical issues in Internet Explorer, Windows Kernel
Microsoft issued six bulletins in November's Patch Tuesday, including fixes in Internet Explorer, Windows Kernel and the .NET Framework. News | 13 Nov 2012
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Google no longer playing with Android malware
Some say the Android malware problem is out of hand, and it appears Google is taking additional steps to block attacks in its Google Play store. News | 18 Oct 2012
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Cisco hardening guides for IOS, IOS-XR and NX-OS devices
Patching routing and switching infrastructure in any organisation is often delayed, sometimes due to the potential impact on production systems and sometimes because the IT resources are simply too busy fighting fires. News | 17 Aug 2011
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When Apple iOS HTTPS certificate failures are silent
If you're in any doubt whether last week's iOS update is worthwhile, take heed of this warning. News | 03 Aug 2011
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Top strategies to mitigate targeted cyber intrusions
Claiming that over 70% of successful intrusions could have been prevented by implementing the top 4 recommendations, the Australian Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) has updated its list of strategies to mitigate targeted cyber intrusions. News | 28 Jul 2011
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Kaspersky Lab announces sponsorship of Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
Kaspersky Lab is following up the sponsorship of the AFL Melbourne Demons with a additional sponsorship agreement announced today between Kaspersky Lab and the NSW based NRL Manly Sea Eagles. News | 07 Jul 2011
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Windows Server 2012 security: Is it time to upgrade?
Expert Michael Cobb wades through the security features of Windows Server 2012 to find out what's new and beneficial in Microsoft's latest release. Tip
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Analysis: Windows 8 security features improve on Windows 7 security
Expert Michael Cobb says Windows 8's security features, like Windows Defender and Secure Boot, are a step forward for desktop and BYOD security. Tip
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Under the Surface: How Windows tablet security meets BYOD challenges
Expert Michael Cobb says the forthcoming Windows tablet security features on Microsoft's Surface could help meet enterprise BYOD challenges. Tip
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With mobile payments, security teams must move quickly
As employees make payments on their mobile devices, the security team must act quickly to ensure corporate assets remain secure. Tip
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Enterprise mobile access: Considerations for two-factor mobile authentication
Is two-factor mobile authentication the only answer to secure enterprise mobile access? Randall Gamby explores keeping mobile access under control. Tip
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Android security settings and controls for Android enterprise security
Can Androids ever be secure enough for corporate use? Learn about Android security controls to enable effective Android enterprise security. Tip
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OPINION: Ditch the App Store security FUD
An attempt to spread fear, uncertainty and doubt about apps for iOS 4 has backfired, writes Simon Sharwood. Tip
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How to secure Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server 2008
Learn how to secure terminal services - now known as Remote Desktop Services - in this Brien Posey tip. Tip
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Five registry keys to improve Windows 7 security
Learn about five Windows 7 registry keys that can improve your organisation's security by tuning PCs in ways that ensure users behave themselves! Tip
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How to manage Hyper-V's security permissions
Learn how to operate Hyper-V's Authorization Manager (Azman) in this How-To guide. Tip
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Researcher lauds Windows 8 memory protections
Video: New memory-based protections in Windows 8 make heap-based buffer overflow attacks much more difficult. Video
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May 2013 Patch Tuesday fixes IE8 zero day; Adobe tightens ColdFusion
The software giant's May 2013 Patch Tuesday update permanently fixes the IE8 zero-day flaw found in the Dept. of Labor website attack. News
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With Windows XP security updates ending, enterprises must plan ahead
With Windows XP security updates ending in 2014, organizations still running the venerable Microsoft OS should start making transition plans. News
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Two 'critical' bulletins planned for April 2013 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft plans to issue nine bulletins for its April 2013 Patch Tuesday release, including two "critical" fixes for Internet Explorer and Windows iterations. News
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Windows Server 2012 security: Is it time to upgrade?
Expert Michael Cobb wades through the security features of Windows Server 2012 to find out what's new and beneficial in Microsoft's latest release. Tip
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Internet Explorer vulnerabilities fixed in December 2012 Patch Tuesday
Microsoft released seven security bulletins, addressing flaws in Internet Explorer, Word and Windows kernel-mode drivers. News
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Analysis: Windows 8 security features improve on Windows 7 security
Expert Michael Cobb says Windows 8's security features, like Windows Defender and Secure Boot, are a step forward for desktop and BYOD security. Tip
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Microsoft fixes critical issues in Internet Explorer, Windows Kernel
Microsoft issued six bulletins in November's Patch Tuesday, including fixes in Internet Explorer, Windows Kernel and the .NET Framework. News
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Google no longer playing with Android malware
Some say the Android malware problem is out of hand, and it appears Google is taking additional steps to block attacks in its Google Play store. News
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Under the Surface: How Windows tablet security meets BYOD challenges
Expert Michael Cobb says the forthcoming Windows tablet security features on Microsoft's Surface could help meet enterprise BYOD challenges. Tip
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Researcher lauds Windows 8 memory protections
Video: New memory-based protections in Windows 8 make heap-based buffer overflow attacks much more difficult. Video
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