Brain drain: Protecting your organization's IP
Intellectual property is the new PII, targeted by hackers and inadequately secured. Here's how to protect IP.
Social Networking Security
Social networking security and risks; safety and security on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, social media sites; awareness and prevention tips
Social Networking Security articles
2012: The new age of malware
Malware forms aren't changing much, but the means of delivering it, and its intent, is becoming more stealth and sinister, according to Roger Thompson of ICSA Labs
By the numbers: How dangerous are Facebook, Twitter, and search engines (really)?
Highlights from a presentation titled "The dark side: Measuring and analyzing malicious activity on Twitter and Facebook," by Daniel Peck, research scientist with Barracuda Networks
Facebook may be scary, but we love it anyway
Research finds while most Facebook and Twitter users admit the social networks have security problems, that's not going to stop them from logging on
4 steps retailers can take to combat flash robs
News about large crowds of organized thieves is popping up in the headlines. But should retailers really worry and prepare?
Facebook users flooded with adult images in mystery hack
Facebook feeds are being deluged with porn and violent images, but no one knows where they are coming from
Smartphones, social media tied into ELERTS emergency system
Chris Russo, deputy fire chief in the Massachusetts coastal town of Hull, launches ELERTS, an emergency communication system that uses smartphones and social media to communicate with first responders and other emergency personnel.
New social engineering poll reveals which scam works better
Can social engineers catch more flies with honey than vinegar? New poll results from social-engineer.org finds most people think sweet talking victims is the best approach for criminal success
Which smartphone is the most secure?
Not all mobile phone operating systems are created equal. As Spencer McIntyre of SecureState explains, there are unique differences and threats specific to each smartphone and, in the end, security is largely up to the user
Facebook alliance with Websense not enough, experts say
Facebook has taken a step in the right direction, but it still has work to do in cleaning its house, according to two industry experts.
