WHITE PAPER - Progressive organizations are adopting a new process for how access is requested, approved, fulfilled, validated and remediated. This new approach to access management can abstract the complexity that IT deals with and simplify the process, enabling the business to be more autonomous and more successful. Read on to learn more.
Posted: February 9, 2010 | Published: November 9, 2009


Topics:  Access Control | Access Rights | Authentication | Authorization | Identity Management | Security | Security Management | Security Policies

WHITE PAPER - Evaluating two-factor authentication vendors can be a challenging task. There are several elements which comprise the true cost of a two-factor authentication solution. Read this whitepaper to discover the "hidden" costs, learn questions to ask, and become as informed as possible before making an ultimate solution.
Posted: February 8, 2010 | Published: February 8, 2010


Topics:  Authentication | Authorization | Identity Management | Passwords | Security | Security Policies | Security Spending | TCO

WHITE PAPER - The information presented in this white paper discusses various approaches to cryptography and key management, and can be used as a starting point for developing an effective policy-based key management solution. Taking a proactive approach to data protection results in a smoother implementation and a positive return on investment.
Posted: February 8, 2010 | Published: August 28, 2009


Topics:  Data Encryption | Data Encryption Standard | Data Security | Encryption Standards | Public Key Encryption | Security | Security Policies

DATA SHEET - HP Data Protector software Notebook Extension is a new solution that extends formal backup policies to notebook and desktop PCs. The solution provides continuous and automated protection of information stored locally – even when working off-line. Benefits include reduced risk of information loss, lower operational cost and improved productivity.
Posted: February 5, 2010 | Published: February 5, 2010


Topics:  Backup Server Hardware | Backup Software | Backups | Security Policies | Storage Management | Storage Resource Management | Storage Virtualization

VIDEO - In this video, David Sherry explains the cloud's many uses, its current advantages and disadvantages, and most importantly, the security risks and compliance issues that must be considered with any cloud computing implementation.
Posted: February 5, 2010 | Premiered: February 5, 2010


Topics:  Cloud Computing | Compliance (Systems Operations) | Compliance Best Practices | Regulatory Compliance | Security | Security Policies | Security Threats | Testing

WHITE PAPER - Database security is the last line of defense, so it deserves greater focus on the protection of private data from both internal and external attacks than IT pros have traditionally given it. Read this paper to learn what steps you can take to improve database security in your organization.
Posted: February 4, 2010 | Published: July 28, 2009


Topics:  Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Data Security | Database Security | Information Security | Security | Security Audits | Security Policies

WEBCAST - The same properties that make social networking sites attractive to users make them well-suited for malicious activity. View this webcast to get a deeper look at social networking risks and examples of attacks. Also learn how to minimize insider threats with employee training and education.
Posted: February 4, 2010 | Premieres: February 23, 2010


Topics:  Internet Security | Security | Security Policies | Social Networking | Web 2.0 | Web Application Security

EZINE - Feature articles this month cover bringing data loss prevention coverage to mobile endpoints, readers’ security priorities and top investments for 2010, and new compliance mandates in Massachusetts and Nevada that signal a new generation of data protection laws. Read on for these great articles and more.
Posted: February 3, 2010 | Published: February 3, 2010


Topics:  Compliance (Systems Operations) | Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Data Security | Internet Security | Regulations | Regulatory Compliance | Security | Security Management | Security Managers | Security Policies | Security Spending | Security Threats

PODCAST - Application security is the aspect of understanding how applications are built and how someone could gain an advantage by looking at the application’s flaws. In this podcast, dive into the nature of applications for details on their security and how we interact with them.
Posted: February 3, 2010 | Premiered: February 3, 2010


Topics:  Application Security | Applications Management | Security | Security Policies | Security Threats | Vulnerability Management

WHITE PAPER - PGP Whole Disk Encryption Workgroup Edition is a comprehensive full-disk protection solution that provides industry-leading encryption for desktops, laptops, and USB devices with simple administration. With PGP Whole Disk Encryption Workgroup Edition, there are no servers or databases to configure and manage.
Posted: February 3, 2010 | Published: February 3, 2010


Topics:  Access Control | Access Control Software | Access Rights | Encryption Standards | Security | Security Management | Security Policies | Security Systems

EBOOK - Ethics plays a crucial role in many industries where professionals deal with sensitive information. The information technology field is no different. Data has become a crucial element of society’s day-to-day operations, making it paramount that information security professionals behave ethically.
Posted: January 27, 2010 | Published: January 27, 2010


Topics:  Ethics | Information Security | Information Standards | Intellectual Property | Security Best Practices | Security Industry | Security Policies | Security Standards

WHITE PAPER - The onslaught of Web 2.0 and social networking is essentially unstoppable. This paper will help organizations understand the nature and impact of the Web 2.0 phenomenon. Applicable security challenges will be explored and a concise yet comprehensive strategy will be provided for mitigating them.
Posted: January 14, 2010 | Published: January 14, 2008


Topics:  Internet Security | Internet Usage | Security | Security Policies | Security Threats | Social Networking | Web Services Security

EGUIDE - This expert e-guide lays out many process and security benefits of using a centralized access administration model. Discover the three major phases of the access lifecycle and learn why using a centralized model mitigates security risks when employees are terminated or move within the organization.
Posted: December 22, 2009 | Published: December 21, 2009


Topics:  Access Control | Application Security | Applications Management | Identity Management | Security Infrastructure | Security Management | Security Policies

EZINE - This issue of information security magazine provides a step-by-step guide to securing database systems, explores the important factors in selecting a SaaS provider, presents a whole new approach to security management that has nothing to do with structure-driven policy architecture, and more.
Posted: December 14, 2009 | Published: December 14, 2009


Topics:  Database Security | Managed Security Services | Managed Security Services Providers | Operating Systems | Outsourcing | Political Environment | Security | Security Best Practices | Security Management | Security Managers | Security Policies | Security Threats

PODCAST - In this podcast, hear 10 tips on creating an effective password policy and strategies for effectively enforcing it. Following these tips and working out ways to strengthen the policy without making it overly difficult to adhere to will make it easier to obtain and implement a stronger organization-wide password policy.
Posted: December 14, 2009 | Premiered: December 14, 2009


Topics:  Authentication | Authorization | Identity Management | Password Management | Passwords | Security Best Practices | Security Policies