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Microsoft urges Windows users to run patch for DogWalk zero-day exploit
Despite previously claiming the DogWalk vulnerability did not constitute a security issue, Microsoft has now released a patch to stop attackers from actively exploiting the vulnerability.
5 best practices for secure collaboration
How successful companies are facing the challenges of securing emerging communication technologies.
Apple slaps hard against ‘mercenary’ surveillance-as-a-service industry
The company is introducing Lockdown Mode to protect high-risk individuals against corrosive surveillance and attacks, and investing millions to improve protection on its devices.
Slack outage stymies some business users
The team channels platform went down at mid-morning in the US; Slack worked for several hours to find and fix the problem.
Microsoft touts first PCs to ship natively with secure Pluton chip
Along with thwarting malware, the Pluton chip handles BitLocker, Windows Hello, and System Guard and might help prevent physical insider attacks. The technology is also being used in Azure Sphere in the cloud.
The 7 best password managers for business
A password manager stores a user’s passwords and logins for various sites and apps and generates new, strong passwords, making it a valuable tool for implementing strong passwords in your business.
PrintNightmare vulnerability explained: Exploits, patches, and workarounds
Public exploits are available for a remote code execution vulnerability in the Windows Print Spooler that could allow attackers to take full control of systems. The vulnerability affects all editions of Windows and organizations are...
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Best new Windows 10 security features: Improvements to Intune, Windows Defender Application Guard
Here's what you need to know about each security update to Windows 10 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for the 21H1 feature release.
8 mobile security threats you should take seriously
Mobile malware? Other mobile security threats are more pressing. Every enterprise should have its eye on these eight issues.
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The .NET patch failure that wasn’t
This month’s patch updates from Microsoft have caused few problems, and though there were some issues related to .NET, even those have been scattered.
Tech Primer
What it takes to become an information assurance analyst
This in-demand role calls for a rare combination of superior communication skills and security chops. Learn how one information assurance analyst landed his current job, the skills and training that helped him get there, and where his...
Tech Primer
Fraud prevention: Improving internal controls
Internal fraud controls aren't fire-and-forget. Smart collaboration and ongoing improvement will help keep fraud in check. Here are the basics.
Tech Primer
How to write an information security policy
Learn the critical first step, why consensus is key, what to cover and how make your information security policy — and program — effective.
Tech Primer
Red team versus blue team: How to run an effective simulation
Playing the role of an attacker can make your team better at defense. Learn how in our step-by-step guide to war gaming your security infrastructure — from involving the right people to weighing a hypothetical vs. live event.
Tech Primer
How to survive (and thrive) in the CISO hot seat
The CISO role is more varied and more pressure-filled than ever. CSO Online looks at how you can be successful in a post where security incidents and management feuds can cost you your job.
eBook
Special report: platforms play big in the cloud
This latest report in our C-Suite 360 series takes a full-spectrum look at the opportunities and risks in cloud computing, offering up the expert information your organization needs to set its cloud strategy.
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Research report: IT security's looming tipping point
Even as security draws board-level attention, many IT professionals give their organizations’ infosec practices low marks. This special report from CIO, CSO and Computerworld reveals how to tip the balance in the right direction.
eGuide
The CSO identity management survival guide
This guide will help you communicate through the challenges of identity management, learn from success stories and discover the most valuable features of today's identity management tools.