Windows Server and Network Security
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Feature
03 Mar 2023
Hone your PowerShell text manipulation skills
Retrieving content from and modifying content in text files with PowerShell are skills many administrators need to cultivate to aid their automation efforts. Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2019
Microsoft closes IE zero-day on November Patch Tuesday
Security updates for the month also include corrections for bugs in the Hyper-V virtualization platform, Excel for Mac systems and Exchange Server. Continue Reading
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Answer
17 May 2018
How do I avoid Windows Defender compatibility issues?
Microsoft offers a free antimalware tool for client and server systems, but administrators need to tune the layers of protection to avoid problems. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 May 2018
Exchange Online security setup requires joint effort
A company that moves to Exchange Online must coordinate the efforts of its email administrators and its security team to maximize protections and meet compliance requirements. Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2018
Zero-day exploits resolved by Microsoft on May Patch Tuesday
Microsoft resolved two zero-day exploits and two public disclosures, amid more than 65 exploits affecting operating systems, browsers and Microsoft Office this May Patch Tuesday. Continue Reading
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Answer
19 Apr 2018
How do I keep Windows Defender definitions current?
Administrators in charge of keeping antivirus software up to date have a few options to protect their servers. Learn about the methods and services to use with Windows Defender Antivirus. Continue Reading
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Answer
17 Apr 2018
How does Windows Defender Antivirus protect against malware?
Microsoft offers Windows Defender Antivirus as its native tool to prevent malware attacks. Discover how it works and what advanced protections it provides. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2018
Windows out-of-band patches overshadow April Patch Tuesday
Microsoft delivered out-of-band security patches to address the Total Meltdown and malware engine exploits as a precursor to its regularly scheduled April Patch Tuesday fixes. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Mar 2018
Windows Defender Credential Guard secures login data
Windows Defender Credential Guard uses virtualization to isolate access to domain credentials and diminish the threat of attacks based inside the data center. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2018
Intel microcode updates complicate admin patching duties
March Patch Tuesday adds several more mitigations for the Spectre and Meltdown exploits, this time for 32-bit server and client operating systems. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2018
CPU bugs add to IT stress as February Patch Tuesday drops
Administrators who rushed out fixes in January for the Meltdown and Spectre flaws then had to unwind some of those corrections after additional problems occurred. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities dominate January Patch Tuesday
Complications surrounding the fix for the Meltdown and Spectre microprocessor architecture flaws will make the patching process more difficult for administrators. Continue Reading
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News
14 Apr 2017
Shadow Brokers release SWIFT banking and Windows exploits
The Shadow Brokers released another cache of cyberweapons linked to the Equation Group, including Windows exploits and attack details for the SWIFT banking system. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Apr 2015
Learn how to use BitLocker in Windows Server 2012
BitLocker is an encryption feature in all versions of Windows Server 2012 that can protect the data on your PC and hard drive. Learn how to install and use it. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2015
IIS exploits in Windows Server and how you can fix them
There are several flaws in IIS that can jeopardize the security of Windows servers. Here are some of the top threats and how to solve them. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Oct 2014
Hidden vulnerabilities on your IIS 8 servers
IIS 8 isn't completely immune to security flaws. Here are some vulnerabilities you might be missing. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2014
Internet Explorer, Windows Server Service Bus receive patches
In July's Patch Tuesday update, Microsoft issued critical fixes for Internet Explorer and a lesser-known Windows program. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Mar 2011
Five Quick Links: Windows server hardening
Learn to effectively lock down your systems with these server security resources, including must-have tips and tricks for hardening the Windows OS. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Mar 2011
Fighting off Microsoft Hyper-V security hacks
Although hypervisors are built with security in mind, a sloppy Hyper-V host configuration can still open up your servers to a wide range of exploits. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Dec 2010
How vulnerable is Microsoft IIS 7.5 to attacks?
While version 7.5 is more secure out of the box than past IIS releases, it doesn't guarantee 100% protection. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jul 2010
Alternative PowerShell commands for Active Directory management
While Microsoft has added many new cmdlets for PowerShell 2.0, admins can also use additional options from Quest Software and other outlets when working with Active Directory. Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2009
Are security concerns over cloud computing unfounded?
The potential risk of moving data to the cloud is a chief concern for organizations, but some say it's simply a knee-jerk reaction to an unfamiliar IT model. Continue Reading
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News
03 Sep 2009
IIS gets patched, SQL Server not so much
A patch is currently in the works for a flaw affecting Internet Information Services. Another vulnerability affecting SQL Server, however, isn't getting as much love. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Feb 2009
Group Policy Object modeling simplifies network security
Group Policy modeling is a great security tool for troubleshooting Group Policy settings and testing GPOs before they are applied with Windows Server 2008. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Aug 2008
Branch office security: Pros and cons of read-only domain controllers
Windows administrators have long wondered whether or not to use domain controllers for authentication in remote branch offices. In this tip, learn about the pros and cons of domain controllers in Windows environments and how read-only domain controllers can improve security in your organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Nov 2007
Kerberos authentication for network login on non-Windows networks
Windows can be configured to use Kerberos authentication for network login on non-Windows networks. Find out how in this tip. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
15 Oct 2007
How to install the Microsoft IIS Diagnostics Toolkit
In this excerpt from "Inside the IIS Diagnostic Toolkit," contributor Tim Fenner explains the ways Windows admins can install the Toolkit so they can use it to tackle IIS-related issues. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Sep 2007
Sysinternals TCPView monitors network connections on Windows systems
Learn how to use Sysinternals TCPView 2.51, the network monitoring tool from Mark Russinovich that keeps track of endpoint connections and processes on your Windows desktop and server systems. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2007
Cracking the TPM chip – is it possible?
The integrity of the TPM chip is vital to the future of computer security and the value of Windows Vista's BitLocker technology. Cracking it could turn the IT industry on its ear. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Jun 2007
Hacking for Dummies: Test your firewall rules
Before someone else hacks your firewall, test your firewall rules during the self-hacking process to test your network's security. Learn about the tools involved in this excerpt from Chapter 9, "Network Infrastructure," from, Hacking for Dummies, 2nd edition. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2005
Intel sets new structure on 'platforms'
Intel has scrapped its money-losing communications group under a reorganzation plan it announced Monday. Mobile phone and networking technology that had been a part of that group will be assigned to other parts of the company, which will now have five main business units. Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2004
EMC gets 'Smarts' about network management
EMC has acquired Smarts for $260 million, adding network management and event automation to its growing software portfolio. Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2004
#10: What measures to take after installing a firewall
From proper installation and configuration to examining risks and security policies for a wireless network, Roberta Bragg offers her advice for setting up a strong firewall. Continue Reading
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News
15 Dec 2004
IT dealing with voice and video creep
Converged communications in enterprise networks is inevitable -- and already happening in some places. It's up to IT to determine how it can be accommodated in an existing infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
01 Dec 2004
BlackBerry Enterprise Server gets a facelift
Research in Motion has released a new version of its BlackBerry Enterprise Server that offers new features for asset tracking, user access control and wireless provisioning. Version 4.0 is designed for Microsoft Exchange and IBM Lotus Domino. Continue Reading
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News
12 Nov 2004
Are 'dumb' networks really smarter?
During a debate at the recent Next Generation Networks conference, one expert argued that "dumb" networks enable services at the edge, while another claimed that intelligent networks spur technical innovation. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2004
Cisco targets SMBs with VoIP-friendly routers
When they debut tomorrow, Cisco's new line of speedy small office routers will be able to support VoIP deployments without bogging down. It's the latest move in an all-in-one device strategy that Cisco hopes will keep it a step ahead of its competitors. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2004
Failing to sever network ties can lead to 'leftover access'
Enterprises often fail to terminate access, privileges for ex-employees in a timely manner. Continue Reading