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  • The realities of risk

    Stop thinking good security means trying to plug every hole, says Wayne Rash. If you realistically assess each risk, you can get some restful sleep--knowing some vulnerabilities still lie naked to...

    News items | October 1, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Think your network is secure? Think again

    The increasing number of devices attached to your network offers that many more avenues for a DDoS attack, says Wayne Rash. Here's how to prevent new low-cost appliances from making you an easy...

    News items | September 26, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • School of hard knocks

    How can enterprises pledge security when so few IT staff are trained in how to handle an attack? They can't. But it's not all bad news, says Wayne Rash. Here's the solution.

    News items | September 19, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Test gear not just for the lab

    You probably outsource Web site testing to a lab, but there's no reason you can't do it yourself. Testing equipment might be a bit expensive, but most likely it will pay for itself with improved...

    News items | August 28, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Encrypt your database? You bet

    When amateur hackers have proven that even lavish perimeter security measures are woefully weak, there's only one choice left: Encrypt the info on your databases.

    News items | August 23, 2002 11:59am PDT

  • Encrypt your database? You bet

    When amateur hackers have proven that even lavish perimeter security measures are woefully weak, there's only one choice left: Encrypt the info on your databases.

    News items | August 21, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Intrusion detection: Too much information

    Intrusion detection systems claim to be the last suit of armor you'll ever need. But don't believe the hype, says Wayne Rash. You're more likely to drowned in a glut of information than fend off...

    News items | August 15, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • One is not enough

    Wayne Rash: If your company only runs one antivirus engine, you're putting all your eggs in one basket. To truly safeguard against viruses, you have to run multiple antivirus programs.

    News items | August 7, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • No need to rush 802.11a

    On the surface, it sounds like a dream come true: A faster version of a familiar standard. Unfortunately, current 802.11a products ask for tradeoffs you're probably not willing to make.

    News items | July 30, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Finally…real security standards

    CIS's new security standards aren't just general recommendations--they're actually usable, says Wayne Rash. Plus, the compliance tools are free. Now that's good news for everyone.

    News items | July 24, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Senate stops P2P, so should you

    The U.S. Senate sets a good, albeit belated, example by shutting off peer-to-peer networking. You would be foolish not to follow suit.

    News items | July 18, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Net attacks are on the rise...now what?

    No, you're not paranoid. The number of attacks on Internet-connected networks is increasing, with no sign of letting up. Here's what you can do to stay in the clear.

    News items | July 15, 2002 11:10am PDT

  • Attacks are on the rise

    No, you're not paranoid. Wayne Rash warns that the number of attacks on Internet-connected networks is increasing, with no sign of letting up. Here's what you can do to stay in the clear.

    News items | July 11, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Self-serving security alerts and ineffective patches

    Last week's premature announcement of a security hole in Apache shows how self-serving some security alerts can be. How do you protect your company against premature security alerts and...

    News items | July 2, 2002 12:00pm PDT

  • Wanted: Better security process

    Last week's announcement of a security hole in Apache is more than just a demonstration of how self-serving some security alerts are. It also shows why you should avoid open source software in the...

    News items | June 28, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Old code creates new cracks

    Old OS legacy code can leave you open to network vulnerabilities. Here's how to avoid the security holes now--and why you shouldn't hold your breath waiting for vendors to come up with solutions.

    News items | June 17, 2002 11:45am PDT

  • Old code creates new cracks

    Old OS legacy code can leave you open to network vulnerabilities. Wayne Rash tells you how to avoid the security holes now--and why you shouldn't hold your breath waiting for vendors to come up...

    News items | June 14, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • The latest rage: CSO

    Hail to the chief--chief security officer, that is. If you believe the buzz--and your board members might--every company needs a CSO. So what's a CSO? Wayne Rash explains.

    News items | June 4, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Feds finally focus on security

    With new initiatives aimed at tightening cybersecurity, the government is looking like a leader--not a laggard. Wayne Rash tells you how enterprises will be affected--and how you can prepare for...

    News items | May 30, 2002 12:00am PDT

  • Head off hoaxes

    They're not as directly dangerous as viruses, but e-mail hoaxes could end up costing your company more money. Wayne Rash tells you how easily hoaxes slip through your firewall--and how you can...

    News items | May 22, 2002 12:00am PDT

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