Security Geeks: From Isolation to Rock Stars
IT security pros used to be seen as propeller-hat wearing introverts who hid in dark basements. But the blogosphere, podcasting and social networking has changed things dramatically. Here's how.
10 Things That WON'T Happen in 2009
GFI's David Kelleher says much of the IT security wish list for this year will still be on the wish list next year.
Network Solutions Phished For CheckFree Web Attack
A late October phishing campaign may have given online criminals the information they needed to seize control of payment processor CheckFree's Internet domain this week.
5 Must-Do Cyber Security Steps for Obama
As President-Elect Obama focuses on two wars and a hemorrhaging economy, security experts are urging him to address five weak security links in America's cyber infrastructure that threaten the nation's defenses and financial institutions.
Social Engineering: Eight Common Tactics
Stealing your company's 'hold' music, spoofing caller ID, pumping up penny stocks - social engineers blend old and new methods to grab passwords or profits. Being aware of their tricks is the first line of defense.
FUD Watch | The E-Voting Disaster That Never Came
CSO Senior Editor Bill Brenner caught flack for suggesting there was a certain level of FUD surrounding the use of e-voting machines. Here's his response.
3 Reasons Why Employees Don't Follow Security Rules
A recent survey finds employees continue to ignore security policies. (Surprise, surprise.) Here's a reminder about what often is missing in organizations that tempts workers to walk the wrong side of security law.
Why Security Needs More Joe The Plumbers, Fewer Geeks
One lesson from the 2008 Global State of Security Survey is that too much of the security focus is in the hands of the techies, not enough in the hands of the wider workforce.
Experts: Next President Must Make Cybersecurity a Priority
So far, cybersecurity hasn't been on the candidates' election radar.
Security Can Be Measured
Winn Schwartau agrees with Bruce Schneier on security ROI - to a point.
Security Directions: A Virtual Conference
Available On Demand Sept. 30 - Dec. 30
Join us for a virtual event with candid, expert information on top security challenges and issues - all from the comfort of your desktop.
Protecting PII: How to Work with IT to Manage Risk
Understand the critical nature of the test data privacy problem and get tips on how to work with IT to implement a test data privacy program.
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