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Steps to take in buying a network-based intrusion prevention system
This guide offers advice on the steps you need to take before buying a network-based intrusion prevention system. Learning Guide
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Quiz: Intrusion defense in the era of Windows Vista
A five-question multiple-choice quiz to test your understanding of the content presented by expert Peter H. Gregory in this lesson of SearchSecurity.com's Intrusion Defense School. Security School
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Examining Conficker: When a worm becomes a botnet
Conficker may be backed by a well funded group or government intending to silently collect information. Though the hype has waned, Conficker could lead to a much larger threat. News | 04 Jun 2009
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Stolen FTP credentials likely in latest website attacks
The latest website attack techniques use stolen user credentials instead of website vulnerabilities to crack websites and spread malware. News | 04 Jun 2009
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Choosing the best security certifications for your career
Whether starting your career or planning your next step as an IT security professional, this tip will guide you toward the best certifications for your interests and experience. Tip
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Three pen test tools for free penetration testing
Nmap, Nessus and Nikto are penetration testing tools that security operators can use to conduct pentests on their networks and applications. Tip
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Unix SSH example configurations that boost Unix security
Using a Secure Shell (SSH) is a better way to manage Unix servers than command-line access or Telnet, and expert Joel Snyder details three simple modifications you can make in SSH to make your servers more secure. Tip
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Defending against Firesheep: How to prevent a session hijacking attack
A new exploit tool called Firesheep revealed just how vulnerable applications like Facebook and Twitter are to session hijacking attacks. Mike Chapple lists four steps you can take to protect your midsized business. Tip
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Key technologies in a network perimeter intrusion defense strategy
In this article, Joel Snyder introduces technologies that act as strong network perimeter defenses. Tip
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Social engineering attack: How to remove rogue security software
Social engineering attacks trick users into installing rogue security software. Users need to be educated to avoid falling prey, and IT needs the tools to remove the fake security software. Tip
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SEO security: How to stop search engine optimization security attacks
When attackers can place malicious sites high in Google rankings, you may be at risk. Learn how to defend against SEO poisoning. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Determine your form factor requirements
Your choice of either a standalone IPS appliance, or one integrated in a firewall, gives your different levels of functionality to consider as well. This is the fifth in a seven-part series. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Determine your performance requirements
Intrusion prevention system performance is dependant on many variables and how it is configured. Test with your network traffic before investing in an IPS. This is the fourth in a seven-part series. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Decide which applications and protocols your IPS will protect
Application and protocol coverage varies in signature-, rate- and behavior-based intrusion prevention systems. Understanding the differences is crucial to your IPS investments. This is the third in a seven-part series. Tip
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intrusion detection (ID)
Intrusion detection (ID) is a type of security management system for computers and networks. An ID system gathers and analyzes information from various areas within a computer or a network to identify possible security breaches, which include both in... Definition
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Snort
Snort is an open source network intrusion detection system (NIDS) created by Martin Roesch. Definition
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Securing your first remote office: Solutions for under $10,000
Expert David Strom offers some best practices for securing remote data and remote network devices. Video
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Network perimeter defense tutorial with Joel Snyder
In this video, learn about the basics of intrusion defense. Joel Snyder, a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz., defines the network perimeter and the technologies crucial to success, including corporate intrusion detection s... Video
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Choosing the best security certifications for your career
Whether starting your career or planning your next step as an IT security professional, this tip will guide you toward the best certifications for your interests and experience. Tip
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Three pen test tools for free penetration testing
Nmap, Nessus and Nikto are penetration testing tools that security operators can use to conduct pentests on their networks and applications. Tip
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Unix SSH example configurations that boost Unix security
Using a Secure Shell (SSH) is a better way to manage Unix servers than command-line access or Telnet, and expert Joel Snyder details three simple modifications you can make in SSH to make your servers more secure. Tip
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Defending against Firesheep: How to prevent a session hijacking attack
A new exploit tool called Firesheep revealed just how vulnerable applications like Facebook and Twitter are to session hijacking attacks. Mike Chapple lists four steps you can take to protect your midsized business. Tip
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Key technologies in a network perimeter intrusion defense strategy
In this article, Joel Snyder introduces technologies that act as strong network perimeter defenses. Tip
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Social engineering attack: How to remove rogue security software
Social engineering attacks trick users into installing rogue security software. Users need to be educated to avoid falling prey, and IT needs the tools to remove the fake security software. Tip
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SEO security: How to stop search engine optimization security attacks
When attackers can place malicious sites high in Google rankings, you may be at risk. Learn how to defend against SEO poisoning. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Determine your form factor requirements
Your choice of either a standalone IPS appliance, or one integrated in a firewall, gives your different levels of functionality to consider as well. This is the fifth in a seven-part series. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Determine your performance requirements
Intrusion prevention system performance is dependant on many variables and how it is configured. Test with your network traffic before investing in an IPS. This is the fourth in a seven-part series. Tip
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Buying an IPS: Decide which applications and protocols your IPS will protect
Application and protocol coverage varies in signature-, rate- and behavior-based intrusion prevention systems. Understanding the differences is crucial to your IPS investments. This is the third in a seven-part series. Tip
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