Free return on security investment calculator
The Information Security & Business Continuity Academy launched its free Return on Security Investment (ROSI) calculator (registration required). This calculator provides …
Protect yourself from Olympic phishing scams
Nobody yet knows for certain whether they have been allocated 2012 Olympic event tickets. Until June 24, when confirmations arrive, there remains the risk that some people …
Two-factor authentication for Mailchimp using AlterEgo
MailChimp is an innovative company that provides mailing list management services with a twist. Their down-to-earth approach and focus towards the best user experience is what …
Key elements of an effective IT governance process
To successfully implement IT governance, chief information officers (CIOs) require both leadership and execution, according to Gartner. Great IT leaders master process, and …
Tips for embracing cloud computing
In today’s complex landscape of constant innovation and change, organizations should take advantage of emerging capabilities, skills and processes to address their …
12 steps for surviving an OCR breach investigation
ID Experts offers 12 steps to help covered entities identify key items in their privacy and security programs that will protect the privacy of their patients before a data …
Business continuity: You need more than just a plan
Stop for a moment and take a look around you – IT isn’t just the computer on your desk, the lap top in your bag or the mobile in your pocket. The truth is …
Social networking safety tips for kids
“Many parents are rightfully concerned about their kid’s participation in social networks. There are a number of areas to be concerned with. Who are the kids …
Best practices to reduce risk in cloud contracts
IT procurement or sourcing managers challenged with finding sourcing options that reduce costs at tolerable risks should examine nine contractual terms to reduce risk in cloud …
New vulnerability reporting framework
The Industry Consortium for Advancement of Security on the Internet (ICASI) published of its Common Vulnerability Reporting Framework (CVRF) Version 1.0. CVRF is an XML-based …
Tips for guarding against mobile malware threats
In order to guard against growing mobile malware threats, Juniper Networks offers the tips below. For consumers: Install an on-device anti-malware solution to protect against …
Securing the virtual environment
In this video, Dimitri McKay, Security Architect at LogLogic, talks about vulnerabilities and the security challenges surrounding virtual environments: hyperjacking, VM …