security

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The three types of online attackers

February 6, 2012 6:00am PST

Patrick Lambert describes the three main groups of attackers that security specialists are guarding against.

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World IPv6 launch day set: Security pitfalls to look out for

January 31, 2012 6:00am PST

Patrick Lambert warns that when the IPv6 launch date officially arrives this June 6, it will be prudent to watch out for some security gaps in the initial days. Here are some issues to think about.

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How to reset your Android screen lock security pattern

January 23, 2012 9:06am PST

Jack Wallen walks you through the steps to get into your Android phone if you've forgotten your security pattern.

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10 things you should do when you get a new Windows laptop

January 12, 2012 12:56pm PST

Before you take a new laptop on the road, make sure it's correctly configured, secured, and provisioned to meet your needs.

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Infographic: Online banking and security

January 18, 2012 7:47am PST

This is a handy infographic to share with friends, family, and coworkers -- reminding them to stay alert and follow some basic security tips for online and mobile banking.

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10 security mistakes that are easily avoided

January 5, 2012 9:55am PST

What's worse than getting hit with a security breach? Getting hit with an easily preventable one.

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Infographic: Android vs. iOS mobile security

January 12, 2012 9:02am PST

This infographic shows the security features of Android and iOS mobile devices, including their strengths and weaknesses.

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Hitting Windows 8 reset button: Security bonus saves time and money

January 11, 2012 6:00am PST

Dominic Vogel makes his pitch for the Windows 8 reset button from a security perspective.

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How to sell information security to management

January 16, 2012 6:00am PST

Alfonso Barreiro shares his tips for selling security initiatives to management -- as well as a few methods you should avoid.

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Microsoft back to dirty pool with UEFI Secure Boot

January 17, 2012 6:00am PST

With the UEFI Secure Boot it seems MS is back to some of their old, dirtier practices. This time around it involves the ARM platform. Does Windows 8 want to be the only player on tablets and phones?

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Be careful not to incur security debt

February 17, 2012 12:52pm PST

Alfonso Barreiro explains the concept of security debt and how you can use this metaphor to raise awareness about security problems that might exist in your own organization.

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Six information security lessons from 2011

January 6, 2012 1:00pm PST

Alfonso Barreiro lists the most important security lessons from 2011 that the security-conscious should heed in order to plan accordingly for 2012.

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PCI DSS compliance -- what does it look like for a small business?

January 25, 2012 7:34am PST

Mark Pimperton describes the technical and policy changes made by one UK SMB to comply with the credit card security standard.

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Linux.conf.au 2012: planes, sounds and freedom

January 20, 2012 6:48pm PST

For security researcher, software hacker and activist Jacob Appelbaum, the equation is clear. Anyone working on surveillance or censorship technology is part of a serious global problem.

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Product Review: Ivacy VPN provider

January 13, 2012 1:38pm PST

For those who need a quick way to secure an Internet connection over any unencrypted wireless hotspot, Ivacy VPN has got your back.

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Can the cloud be safe for banks?

January 4, 2012 9:00am PST

Aditi Roy Ghatak considers the issues at stake for the banking industry to implement cloud technology. Here are some of the possibilities for this security-sensitive industry.

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AtG: Work with Hawking, .NET hash fix, 28c3 and Pi vids

December 29, 2011 6:13pm PST

Microsoft has released an out-of-schedule fix for a hashing vulnerability; there's a technical job going with Professor Stephen Hawking; and plenty of security videos to watch over the holidays.

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Discussion Threads

Run Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 1.2 from the command line

December 26, 2011 4:26pm PST

Run Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 1.2 from the command line article root New Mbsacli options To see a gallery of new MBSA screenshots and an explanation of all of Mbsacli's usage options,...

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NMap Network Security Scanner

December 30, 2011 7:44pm PST

NMap Network Security Scanner article root Nmap sample commands The various types of Nmap scans are explained and sample commands are provided here: http://dougvitale.wordpress.com/2011/11/07/nmap/

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Q&A

Remote Access- Can I tell if someone has accessed my computers files?

January 1, 2012 3:18pm PST

Remote Access- Can I tell if someone has accessed my computers files? My netgear DG834GT router was recently reset to its default security settings, which are very basic. I believe someone has...

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