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The various offers of Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection

Expert Ed Tittel examines System Center Endpoint Protection, Microsoft's native Windows antivirus and antimalware security product.

By Ed Tittel • July 31, 2017

Sophos Endpoint Protection and an overview of its features

Expert Ed Tittel examines Sophos Endpoint Protection, an endpoint security platform with antivirus, antimalware and more.

By Ed Tittel • July 27, 2017

What tools were used to hide fileless malware in server memory?

Fileless malware hidden in server memory led to attacks on many companies worldwide. Expert Nick Lewis explains how these attacks fit in with the wider fileless malware trend.

By Nick Lewis • July 27, 2017

Federal Cloud Computing

In this excerpt from chapter three of Federal Cloud Computing, author Matthew Metheny discusses open source software and its use in the U.S. federal government.

By Syngress and SearchSecurity • July 25, 2017

Advanced Persistent Security

In this excerpt from chapter seven of Advanced Persistent Security, authors Araceli Treu Gomes and Ira Winkler discuss the different threats facing organizations.

By Syngress and SearchSecurity • July 25, 2017

IPv6 addresses: Security recommendations for usage

IPv6 addresses can be used in a number of ways that can strengthen information security. Expert Fernando Gont explains the basics of IPv6 address usage for enterprises.

By Fernando Gont • July 24, 2017

Symantec agrees to transfer certificate issuance to third party

Symantec has agreed to a plan that would transfer its certificate issuance and validation operations to as-yet-unnamed third-party partner starting Dec. 1.

By Peter Loshin • July 19, 2017

AWS S3 bucket leak exposes millions of Verizon customers’ data

News roundup: An AWS S3 bucket leak containing personal data of millions of Verizon customers was exposed to the public. Plus, DNC hack victims are suing the Trump campaign, and more.

By Madelyn Bacon • July 14, 2017

How to detect preinstalled malware in custom servers

Preinstalled malware was reportedly found by Apple in its custom servers. Expert Nick Lewis explains how enterprises can protect themselves from encountering similar issues.

By Nick Lewis • July 13, 2017

Advanced endpoint protection takes on the latest exploits

Advanced endpoint protection is arriving from all quarters -- machine learning, crafty sandboxes, behavior analytics. Learn how tech advances are being applied to endpoints.

By David Geer • July 10, 2017

Do thoughts of your least secure endpoint keep you up at night?

Some days, 'secure endpoint' feels like an oxymoron, but that soon may change. From smart sandboxes to advanced behavior analytics, learn what's new in endpoint security technologies.

By Brenda Horrigan • July 10, 2017

Router security issues highlighted by CIA’s CherryBlossom project

The latest WikiLeaks release on CIA hacking tools includes the CherryBlossom project, which highlights router security issues, including a lack of firmware signing validation.

By Michael Heller • June 16, 2017

How can DevOps application lifecycle management protect digital keys?

Better DevOps application lifecycle management can help protect cryptographic and digital keys. Expert Judith Myerson explains the right approaches to secure DevOps.

By Judith Myerson • June 14, 2017

Symantec CA remediation plan faces more delays

The battle over Symantec CA operations continues as the antivirus vendor pushes back against a consensus remediation proposal from the web browser community.

By Peter Loshin • June 14, 2017

IPv6 update: A look at the security and privacy improvements

The recent IPv6 update from the IETF introduces new security and privacy recommendations. Expert Fernando Gont explains these changes and what they mean for organizations.

By Fernando Gont • June 13, 2017

To secure Office 365, take advantage of controls Microsoft offers

Securing Office 365 properly requires addressing upfront any specific risks of a particular environment and taking advantage of the many security controls Microsoft offers.

By Kevin Beaver • June 12, 2017

Office 365 security features: As good as it gets?

Online and application security is never perfect, but Office 365 security features come close. Here's an overview of how Microsoft installed security in its popular suite.

By Kevin Beaver • June 12, 2017

Address Office 365 security concerns while enjoying its benefits

Office 365 security concerns should worry you but not dampen your enthusiasm for the platform's potential benefits for your business. Here's what you need to consider upfront.

By Kevin Beaver • June 12, 2017

Researchers port EternalBlue exploit to Windows 10

The EternalBlue exploit behind the WannaCry ransomware attacks has been successfully ported to an older version of Windows 10, but newer versions of the OS are protected.

By Michael Heller • June 8, 2017

How mobile application assessments can boost enterprise security

Mobile application assessments can help enterprises decide which apps to allow, improving security. Christopher Crowley of the SANS Institute discusses how to use app assessments.

By Christopher Crowley • June 6, 2017

IT security trends: 2017 prioritizes cloud, network, endpoints

The 2017 TechTarget IT Priorities Survey reports a number of key IT security trends about where enterprises and infosec professionals place their time and resources.

By Diana Hwang • June 1, 2017

Learn what breach detection system is best for your network

Breach detection systems are essential in these days of machine learning and artificial intellingence. Learn how to identify the features and functions your network needs.

By David Geer • May 23, 2017

Can BGP anycast addressing be used for DDoS attacks?

The BGP anycast addressing technique could potentially be used for malicious purposes. Expert Judith Myerson explains how this might work and what types of attacks to look out for.

By Judith Myerson • May 19, 2017

Q&A: Juniper’s Kevin Walker on data manipulation, ransomware threats

Juniper's Kevin Walker talks with SearchSecurity about the evolving threat landscape and how some attackers are incorporating data manipulation into their schemes.

By Rob Wright • May 19, 2017

Google Play Protect looks to bolster Android app security

News roundup: The new Google Play Protect system aims to improve Android app security. Plus, Google Cloud IoT Core adds layer of device security, and more.

By Madelyn Bacon • May 19, 2017