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AWS cloud computing pros get certification program
With the accelerating adoption of cloud computing and the AWS Cloud around the world, organizations are increasingly seeking mechanisms to identify candidates and consultants …
New Splunk App for Enterprise Security released
Splunk announced the Splunk App for Enterprise Security 2.4. Splunk Enterprise and the Splunk App for Enterprise Security are a security intelligence platform that helps …
UK banks targeted with Trojans and social engineering
According to Etay Maor, Fraud Prevention Solutions Manager for Trusteer, “The security industry has a common saying: “Your system is only as secure as its weakest …
Poor password practices put UK businesses at risk
Britain is a sitting duck for cybercrime because employees couldn’t care less about the security of their workplace systems, according to research by Swivel Secure. …
New Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers with AC technology
The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC 1200 and AC 1750 are available immediately and the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC 1600, model EA6400, is planned for availability in late May. …
Why we need security awareness training programs
Lately, some of the smartest people in infosec decided that security awareness trainings are a waste of time. Last out is Bruce Schneier, who decided to speak up against …
Free firewall configuration search tool
SolarWinds released its new Firewall Browser free tool, which enables IT professionals to easily troubleshoot firewalls and manage change requests from the convenience of the …
How cybercriminals can target you on public networks
The widespread use of mobile communication, including cell phones, laptops and tablets, makes consumers particularly vulnerable to fraud and malware risks over public internet …
Sophisticated Apache backdoor in the wild
ESET researchers, together with web security firm Sucuri, have been analyzing a new threat affecting Apache webservers. The threat is a highly advanced and stealthy backdoor …
Reported DDoS attacks up 200 percent
A new Akamai report provides insight into key global statistics including connection speeds, attack traffic, and network connectivity and availability, among many others. …
Week in review: CISPA, AP Twitter account hijacking and real-world consequences
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, reviews and articles: World’s largest bitcoin exchange under DDoS attack Mt.Gox, the …
Phishing attacks skyrocketing
A new phishing survey by the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) reveals that phishers are breaking into hosting providers with unprecedented success, using these facilities to …
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