Malware: A moving target?
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What we'll cover:
- What is malware?
- Extent of problem
- Sources of malware
- Software vulnerabilities
- Importance of education/training
- Layered defense approach
Guest:
Jon Oltsik is a senior analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group. He founded its information security service in 2003. He is widely recognized as an expert in security management and technology, and also focuses on identity and access management.
Host:
Dan Farber is vice president of editorial at CNET Networks and editor-in-chief of ZDNet. Dan has more than 20 years of experience as an editor and journalist covering technology.
Related Resources
- 'Storm Worm' Trojan horse surges on
Many home PC users may have been infected after a large-scale sustained Trojan horse attack that took place over the weekend, security vendors believe. (January 22, 2007) - How many ways can you block malware?
We all know and love to hate signature based blocking of malware but there are lots of other ways to tackle the problem of viruses, worms, and Trojans. (October 27, 2006) - The future of malware: Trojan horses
Some of the most dangerous cyberattacks are the least visible ones. (October 13, 2006)
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