When it comes to shredding sensitive business documents, leaders of some of America's largest companies are devoting more attention and more money to keeping information safe. But despite the extra effort, many admit unfamiliarity with key federal and state laws governing information privacy, leaving them vulnerable to fines and identity theft.
Information security is a top priority for many organizations. Increasing security concerns regarding the use of hand-held devices, mobile and remote workers, VoIP technology and a host of other issues affect almost every organization. Yet a recent study indicates that the individuals responsible for maintaining data and network security may not have the skills to do so.
- By John Venator
- Jul 14, 2008
Trend Micro Inc. recently reported that data leaks are becoming a leading source of headaches for U.S., U.K., German and Japanese companies, according to the results of a study that explores corporate computer users' perceptions of and experiences with security threats.
Data breaches often grab headlines, highlighting the fact that healthcare providers maintain data ranging from credit card numbers to a person’s most intimate health details.Yet while it may seem obvious such sensitive data should be treated with the highest levels of physical and virtual protection, many healthcare providers fail to do so.
- By Sharon J. Watson
- Jul 11, 2008
IDC projects nearly 54 million units of business laptops will be purchased for employees and shipped in 2008. New research reveals that hundreds of thousands of these laptops will be lost or left behind at airports, and 65-69 percent of them will go unclaimed.
Much attention has been given to the development and deployment of IP-based video surveillance systems. However, the adoption rate of these new technologies has been slowed, in part, by the heavy bandwidth consumption of video streams and their adverse impact on the network.
- By Ray Shilling
- Jun 30, 2008
A biometric device identifies a person via a unique human characteristic, such as the pattern of a fingerprint or the size and shape of a hand or face. As a result, biometrics ensure the bad guys stay out and the good guys get in to the hospital. When used for time and attendance applications, biometrics attest that the person clocking in is really who she says she is, eliminating timecard fraud caused by buddy punching.
- By Jon Mooney
- Jun 30, 2008
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Identity Management Software in Millions of US$. The specific product segments analyzed are Authentication, Authorization and Administration.
Daniel V. Hoffman, a well-known and respected "ethical hacker" will head the SMobile Threat Center and lead the product development team on future updates, enhancement and versions of the flagship product
The independent study tested several solutions created for Windows XP to determine which ones defend against rootkits created to hide malware.
This is the first phase of a comprehensive initiative aimed at eliminating widespread industry confusion about risk management among risk managers, security and IT professionals, as well as business managers.
Nearly nine in 10 corporate data breaches could have been prevented had reasonable security measures been in place, according to a comprehensive report issued recently by Verizon Business.
According to a survey conducted by Vettro, companies are continuing to use mobile devices for more than just e-mail. The survey also found that concern over data security is the top hindrance to adoption of mobile applications across an enterprise
CDW Corp. recently released the CDW User-Proof IT Security Report, which reveals a disparity between the most common IT security headaches and businesses’ deployment of solutions that could relieve them.
When it comes to data security breaches, 78 percent of U.S. IT decision-makers feel that companies do not need to inform the general public, according to a recent survey by Clearswift.
Proofpoint Inc., a provider of unified e-mail security and data loss prevention solutions, recently announced that South Dakota Library Network has deployed the Proofpoint Messaging Security Gateway appliance to prevent leaks of confidential information in outbound e-mail messages and to protect its e-mail users from incoming spam and viruses.
Spyware, viruses and worms continue to plague most organizations, but security challenges tied to the use of handheld devices and mobile and remote computing are growing at a rapid pace, new research commissioned by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) reveals.
Scientists may have found a new way to combat the most dangerous form of computer virus.
The method automatically detects within minutes when an Internet worm has infected a computer network. Network administrators can then isolate infected machines and hold them in quarantine for repairs.
Gemalto and McAfee recently introduced a new integrated solution that enables PC and laptop users secure and convenient access to fully encrypted disks through strong, secure, hardware-based, two factor authentication.
Trend Micro recently reported that in the U.S., U.K., Germany and Japan, employees in small companies took more online risks while on the company network compared to their counterparts in larger organizations, according to the results of a study that explores corporate computer users' perceptions of and experiences with security threats.