Expert analysis
Control system security: safety first
Every large utility, pipeline, refinery and chemical plant has a cyber security program, but most are IT-centric. Anti-virus programs, software update programs and programs of …
A primer on breaking game console security
Are you interested to learn about the delicate hacks and tricks that go on behind the curtains of the scene better known as the console hacking scene? In this podcast recorded …
ISO 27001 standard benefits, implementation tips and security controls
Dejan Kosutic is an expert in information security management and business continuity management. In this interview he talks about the key changes in the ISO 27001: 2013 …
iPhone secure messaging with self-destruct mechanism via Wickr app
Wickr was one of the most interesting companies I was introduced to at this year’s RSA Conference in San Francisco. The company was one of the finalists of the …
The IT road to hell
The past several months have been an unending nightmare for the US government and its allies, as one disclosure after another has caused unimaginable damage to relationships, …
How meaningful are AV tests?
Anti-malware software from vendors big and small is regularly tested by several antivirus test labs, which may result in awards and certification, but also in disappointment. …
How to sniff local network traffic on an unrooted Android device
Google Play hosts a number of applications that focus on local network traffic sniffing for Android devices, but for the majority of them you would first need to root the …
Plan to fail for better security
We’ve all heard the old saying: “If you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail.” Of course, it’s true: and from a security viewpoint, it’s …
Customizing defense models to reduce the window of exposure
Most organizations already have a defense model in place that is meant to protect them from attacks, but the problem is that many use an outdated one. But the threat landscape …
Python for web application security professionals
Python is an open source, interactive, object oriented programming language. It’s very easy to learn and an extremely powerful high level language. It runs on Windows, …
Solving the dilemma of vulnerability exploitation disclosure
The subject of software and hardware vulnerability disclosure has been debate time and time again, and most agree that, if possible, vulnerabilities should first be disclosed …
WordPress security threats, protection tips and tricks
Robert Abela is a WordPress Security Professional and founder of WP White Security. In this interview he talks about the main WordPress security risks, offers tips for website …