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Seven for 7: Best Practices For Securing Windows 7
May 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In February 2011, Microsoft released its first major update to Windows 7, Service Pack 1. And now that this operating system holds more than 20% of marketshare, there's no question that more...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Protecting personally identifiable information: What data is at risk and what you can do about it
June 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Virtually every organization acquires, uses and stores personally identifiable information about its customers, employees, patients, students and other individuals. These organizations are...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
The 10 myths of safe web browsing
June 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Are you suffering from misconceptions about safe web browsing? You might think you're being safe, but with a newly infected webpage discovered every few seconds, it's next to impossible to stay up...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
3 Simple Steps to Better Patch Security
October 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Security experts estimate that 90% of successful attacks against software vulnerabilities could be prevented with an existing patch or configuration setting. Still, many computers in organizations...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Stopping Fake Antivirus: How to Keep Scareware off Your Network
September 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
This paper provides insight into where fake antivirus comes from and how it is distributed, what happens when a system is infected with fake antivirus, and how to stop this persistent threat from...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Safer web browsing in four steps: Technology to help you reduce risk
September 28, 2010, 12:00am PDT
The web is now the cybercriminal's favored means of attack, with a newly infected website discovered every few seconds. Hijacked trusted sites, poisoned search results, fake anti-virus software...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Eight threats your antivirus won't stop: Why you need endpoint security
October 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
News headlines are a constant reminder that malware attacks and data loss are on the rise. This paper outlines eight common threats that traditional antivirus alone won't stop, and explains how to...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Attack of the PDF Documents: How Adobe's PDF Format has become one of the top carriers of malware
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
PDFs have become one of the most common methods for infecting systems with malware. The PDF standard now supports JavaScript, along with tighter connections into user systems from the Adobe Reader...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Seven Tips for Securing Mobile Workers
June 3, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Seven Tips for Securing Mobile Workers is intended to offer practical guidance on dealing with one of the fastest growing threats to the security of sensitive and confidential information. It is...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
2012 Buyers Guide to Web Protection
February 8, 2012, 12:00am PST
The web is the number one source for malware distribution today. While many organizations have replaced first-generation URL filters with secure web gateways, even these advanced solutions do not...
Provided by Sophos
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Downloads
Sophos Free Encryption - Free Tool
December 17, 2009, 12:00am PST
Sophos Free Encryption is a free tool lets you secure your data easily and quickly without any central infrastructure in place. Individuals and businesses alike can easily protect selected files...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Eight threats your anti-virus won't stop: Why you need endpoint security
July 30, 2010, 12:00am PDT
News headlines are a constant reminder that malware attacks and data leakage are on the rise. High-profile incidents that make big news might seem out of the ordinary. Yet businesses of every size...
Provided by Sophos
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Case Studies
Sophos Case Study: Thorne & Carter
January 1, 2010, 12:00am PST
Thorne & Carter are an independent multi-disciplined estate agency and surveying practice in Cullompton, Devon. Thorne & Carter have a growing reliance on email and electronic storage of...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Best Practices Top 10: Keep Your E-Marketing Safe From Threats
July 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
To save money, many companies opt to use a shared server to host their site's files. This means many different sites are running on the same machine, sharing the same programs and scripts to run...
Provided by Sophos plc
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White Papers
Malicious JavaScript Attacks: What Can You Do?
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
As an IT manager, you need to be able to effectively secure all of the websites you manage to avoid attack and the subsequent infection of site visitors. You also need to protect the users within...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
The Partnerka - What Is It, and Why Should You Care?
September 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Scareware, 'Canadian Pharmacy' spam, adult sites, comment spam on forums and blogs - the authors have seen these plaguing the web and email experience over the past few years. What links them...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Poisoned Search Results: How Hackers Have Automated Search Engine Poisoning Attacks to Distribute Malware
March 1, 2010, 12:00am PST
This paper describes recent research by Sophism Labs into how attackers are using black hat Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to stuff legitimate websites with content designed to rank...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
'Want My Autograph?': The Use and Abuse of Digital Signatures by Malware
September 1, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Encryption has always been a part of malware, from basic ROT13 string encoding to multi-layered packing algorithms. However, malware authors have discovered ways to exploit the existing strengths...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
The State of Data Security: Defending Against New Risks and Staying Compliant
May 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Since 2005, security breaches have compromised more than 500 million US records. As an IT manager, you must take a look at the risks of potential data loss and create a security plan that helps...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Using application control to reduce risk with endpoint security
June 28, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Unwanted applications, like games, result in productivity loss. This is often the primary consideration when applying application control. But unauthorized applications also increase your...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Mobile Device Security: What's Coming Next?
September 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Mobile devices and their rapid innovation and development are enabling busy professionals to conduct business and manage their lives on the move. But what are the key technologies driving...
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
Endpoint Buyers Guide
November 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
This buyers guide provides independent research and test results to help you determine your endpoint protection requirements and identify the security vendor that best meets your needs.
Provided by Sophos
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White Papers
The four rules of complete web protection
December 1, 2011, 12:00am PST
As an IT manager you've always known the web is a dangerous place. But with infections growing and the demands on your time and budget rising, it's time to revisit your strategy. This whitepaper...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Sophos Security Threat Report, DMARC and Mobile Phone Number Leaks
February 3, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussion about the Sophos Security Threat Report 2012. They talked about a few of the highlights like the commonality of exploit kits like Black Hole, the latest...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Why is a 14-Month-Old Patched Microsoft Vulnerability Still Being Exploited?
February 7, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker focuses on a specific Microsoft patch, namely MS10-087, released to address the vulnerability CVE-2010-3333 (RTF Stack Buffer Overflow Vulnerability). The patch was...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Patch Tuesday, Apple App Privacy and RSA
February 16, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussion with Patch Tuesday and the fixes released by Microsoft, Adobe and Oracle. The speaker provided some clarity for Mac users on the confusing mix of Java...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Cookie-Gate, Laptop Security Advice, Stratfor Malicious Emails and Facebook Hacker Advice
February 23, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers started out discussing a topic that the speaker have been quite passionate about, the "Cookie-gate" incident involving Google and other advertising companies placing...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
NCSA and Data Privacy Day
January 23, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker explains the history of Data Privacy Day and the importance of understanding privacy on the modern internet. They chatted a bit about the role businesses play in...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Mobile Security Podcast With Vanja Svajcer
January 18, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the risk to businesses versus consumers and the impact of the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) trend that took off in 2011. The speaker also shared some tips...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Smart Meter Privacy Concerns, WiFi Insecurity Due to WPS and Password Hashes Explained
January 9, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussing the privacy implications of smart meters after the recent presentation at the Chaos Computing Congress. Another story, they covered this week was the...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Data Leaks at Stratfor and Care2 Mark the End of a Year Riddled With Data Theft
December 30, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers describe about the most important stories in information security, data theft. The data theft may not have been the most important story of 2011, but it certainly...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
IE 9 Upgrades, Android Malware, Carrier IQ and Hospital Shut Down From Malware
December 20, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the very serious problem of safety in medical computer systems after a recent malware outbreak at a hospital in Georgia, USA. Things are not as simple as...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Thanksgiving Patching, SCADA, Google WiFi Mapping and Android Security
November 24, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker talks about Android security and Chris DiBona's recent Google+ post on security vendors on Android being scammers and charlatans. SCADA hacking has been in the news...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Michael Kaiser, NCSA and Rob Strayer Chat About Cyber Security
October 21, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the goals of the National Security Preparedness Group and why they think there is so much work to be done for better information sharing between the public...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
VB 2011, Apple updates, Microsoft Patch Tuesday and German R2D2 Trojan
October 14, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the release of iOS 5 and OS X 10.7.2 and the importance of the security fixes in Apple's latest releases. They also made note of Microsoft's October 2011...
Provided by Sophos
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Downloads
Sophos Security Assessment Tools
May 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Put the diagnostic power of these FREE security tools to work in your enterprise today. From endpoint assessment and threat detection to identifying rootkits and unauthorized applications, these...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
VB 2011, Apple updates, Microsoft Patch Tuesday and German R2D2 Trojan
October 14, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the release of iOS 5 and OS X 10.7.2 and the importance of the security fixes in Apple's latest releases. They also made note of Microsoft's October 2011...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Michael Kaiser, NCSA and Rob Strayer Chat About Cyber Security
October 21, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the goals of the National Security Preparedness Group and why they think there is so much work to be done for better information sharing between the public...
Provided by Sophos
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Podcasts
Thanksgiving Patching, SCADA, Google WiFi Mapping and Android Security
November 24, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker talks about Android security and Chris DiBona's recent Google+ post on security vendors on Android being scammers and charlatans. SCADA hacking has been in the news...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
IE 9 Upgrades, Android Malware, Carrier IQ and Hospital Shut Down From Malware
December 20, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the very serious problem of safety in medical computer systems after a recent malware outbreak at a hospital in Georgia, USA. Things are not as simple as...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Data Leaks at Stratfor and Care2 Mark the End of a Year Riddled With Data Theft
December 30, 2011, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers describe about the most important stories in information security, data theft. The data theft may not have been the most important story of 2011, but it certainly...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Smart Meter Privacy Concerns, WiFi Insecurity Due to WPS and Password Hashes Explained
January 9, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussing the privacy implications of smart meters after the recent presentation at the Chaos Computing Congress. Another story, they covered this week was the...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Mobile Security Podcast With Vanja Svajcer
January 18, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussed the risk to businesses versus consumers and the impact of the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) trend that took off in 2011. The speaker also shared some tips...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
NCSA and Data Privacy Day
January 23, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker explains the history of Data Privacy Day and the importance of understanding privacy on the modern internet. They chatted a bit about the role businesses play in...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Cookie-Gate, Laptop Security Advice, Stratfor Malicious Emails and Facebook Hacker Advice
February 23, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers started out discussing a topic that the speaker have been quite passionate about, the "Cookie-gate" incident involving Google and other advertising companies placing...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Patch Tuesday, Apple App Privacy and RSA
February 16, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussion with Patch Tuesday and the fixes released by Microsoft, Adobe and Oracle. The speaker provided some clarity for Mac users on the confusing mix of Java...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Why is a 14-Month-Old Patched Microsoft Vulnerability Still Being Exploited?
February 7, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speaker focuses on a specific Microsoft patch, namely MS10-087, released to address the vulnerability CVE-2010-3333 (RTF Stack Buffer Overflow Vulnerability). The patch was...
Provided by Sophos
-
Podcasts
Sophos Security Threat Report, DMARC and Mobile Phone Number Leaks
February 3, 2012, 12:00am PST
In this podcast, the speakers discussion about the Sophos Security Threat Report 2012. They talked about a few of the highlights like the commonality of exploit kits like Black Hole, the latest...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
2012 Buyers Guide to Web Protection
February 8, 2012, 12:00am PST
The web is the number one source for malware distribution today. While many organizations have replaced first-generation URL filters with secure web gateways, even these advanced solutions do not...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
The four rules of complete web protection
December 1, 2011, 12:00am PST
As an IT manager you've always known the web is a dangerous place. But with infections growing and the demands on your time and budget rising, it's time to revisit your strategy. This whitepaper...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Endpoint Buyers Guide
November 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
This buyers guide provides independent research and test results to help you determine your endpoint protection requirements and identify the security vendor that best meets your needs.
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
3 Simple Steps to Better Patch Security
October 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Security experts estimate that 90% of successful attacks against software vulnerabilities could be prevented with an existing patch or configuration setting. Still, many computers in organizations...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Eight threats your antivirus won't stop: Why you need endpoint security
October 1, 2011, 12:00am PDT
News headlines are a constant reminder that malware attacks and data loss are on the rise. This paper outlines eight common threats that traditional antivirus alone won't stop, and explains how to...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Stopping Fake Antivirus: How to Keep Scareware off Your Network
September 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
This paper provides insight into where fake antivirus comes from and how it is distributed, what happens when a system is infected with fake antivirus, and how to stop this persistent threat from...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Mobile Device Security: What's Coming Next?
September 27, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Mobile devices and their rapid innovation and development are enabling busy professionals to conduct business and manage their lives on the move. But what are the key technologies driving...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Using application control to reduce risk with endpoint security
June 28, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Unwanted applications, like games, result in productivity loss. This is often the primary consideration when applying application control. But unauthorized applications also increase your...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Seven Tips for Securing Mobile Workers
June 3, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Seven Tips for Securing Mobile Workers is intended to offer practical guidance on dealing with one of the fastest growing threats to the security of sensitive and confidential information. It is...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
The State of Data Security: Defending Against New Risks and Staying Compliant
May 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
Since 2005, security breaches have compromised more than 500 million US records. As an IT manager, you must take a look at the risks of potential data loss and create a security plan that helps...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Seven for 7: Best Practices For Securing Windows 7
May 20, 2011, 12:00am PDT
In February 2011, Microsoft released its first major update to Windows 7, Service Pack 1. And now that this operating system holds more than 20% of marketshare, there's no question that more...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
'Want My Autograph?': The Use and Abuse of Digital Signatures by Malware
September 1, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Encryption has always been a part of malware, from basic ROT13 string encoding to multi-layered packing algorithms. However, malware authors have discovered ways to exploit the existing strengths...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Poisoned Search Results: How Hackers Have Automated Search Engine Poisoning Attacks to Distribute Malware
March 1, 2010, 12:00am PST
This paper describes recent research by Sophism Labs into how attackers are using black hat Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to stuff legitimate websites with content designed to rank...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
The Partnerka - What Is It, and Why Should You Care?
September 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Scareware, 'Canadian Pharmacy' spam, adult sites, comment spam on forums and blogs - the authors have seen these plaguing the web and email experience over the past few years. What links them...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Malicious JavaScript Attacks: What Can You Do?
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
As an IT manager, you need to be able to effectively secure all of the websites you manage to avoid attack and the subsequent infection of site visitors. You also need to protect the users within...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Attack of the PDF Documents: How Adobe's PDF Format has become one of the top carriers of malware
March 31, 2011, 12:00am PDT
PDFs have become one of the most common methods for infecting systems with malware. The PDF standard now supports JavaScript, along with tighter connections into user systems from the Adobe Reader...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Best Practices Top 10: Keep Your E-Marketing Safe From Threats
July 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
To save money, many companies opt to use a shared server to host their site's files. This means many different sites are running on the same machine, sharing the same programs and scripts to run...
Provided by Sophos plc
-
White Papers
Safer web browsing in four steps: Technology to help you reduce risk
September 28, 2010, 12:00am PDT
The web is now the cybercriminal's favored means of attack, with a newly infected website discovered every few seconds. Hijacked trusted sites, poisoned search results, fake anti-virus software...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Eight threats your anti-virus won't stop: Why you need endpoint security
July 30, 2010, 12:00am PDT
News headlines are a constant reminder that malware attacks and data leakage are on the rise. High-profile incidents that make big news might seem out of the ordinary. Yet businesses of every size...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
Protecting personally identifiable information: What data is at risk and what you can do about it
June 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Virtually every organization acquires, uses and stores personally identifiable information about its customers, employees, patients, students and other individuals. These organizations are...
Provided by Sophos
-
White Papers
The 10 myths of safe web browsing
June 21, 2010, 12:00am PDT
Are you suffering from misconceptions about safe web browsing? You might think you're being safe, but with a newly infected webpage discovered every few seconds, it's next to impossible to stay up...
Provided by Sophos
-
Case Studies
Sophos Case Study: Thorne & Carter
January 1, 2010, 12:00am PST
Thorne & Carter are an independent multi-disciplined estate agency and surveying practice in Cullompton, Devon. Thorne & Carter have a growing reliance on email and electronic storage of...
Provided by Sophos
-
Downloads
Sophos Free Encryption - Free Tool
December 17, 2009, 12:00am PST
Sophos Free Encryption is a free tool lets you secure your data easily and quickly without any central infrastructure in place. Individuals and businesses alike can easily protect selected files...
Provided by Sophos
-
Downloads
Sophos Security Assessment Tools
May 1, 2009, 12:00am PDT
Put the diagnostic power of these FREE security tools to work in your enterprise today. From endpoint assessment and threat detection to identifying rootkits and unauthorized applications, these...
Provided by Sophos
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