WHITE PAPER - The last thing network security managers need is more complicated management systems to learn. There are four management keys to an IPS solution: Speed of initial set-up; Ease of ongoing management; Flexible management interfaces; and IPS management scalability. This paper will take a good hard look at each of these manageability components.
Posted: November 5, 2009 | Published: October 5, 2009


Topics:  Intrusion Detection | Intrusion Detection Systems | Intrusion Prevention | Intrusion Prevention Systems | Network Security | Network Security Software | Security | Security Management | Security Software

WHITE PAPER - A common notion is that an Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) is nothing more than an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) deployed in-line with blocking capabilities. This paper explains why that notion is incorrect.
Posted: November 5, 2009 | Published: October 5, 2009


Topics:  Intrusion Detection | Intrusion Detection Systems | Intrusion Prevention | Intrusion Prevention Systems | Network Security | Network Security Software | Security | Security Management | Security Systems

WEBCAST - This webcast discusses new and emerging network and application security attacks and ways organizations can protect themselves against Web application and network security threats.
Posted: November 3, 2009 | Premiered: November 3, 2009


Topics:  Cybersecurity | Network Security | Security Infrastructure | Security Management | Security Threats | Web Application Security | Web Applications Management

WEBCAST - Join IBM for a one-hour presentation which introduces a new technique that combines IBM Rational AppScan & ISS technologies that scan to identify unwanted, embedded malware.
Posted: November 3, 2009 | Premiered: July 16, 2009


Topics:  Application Development | Application Security | Internet Security | Internet Security Software | Malware | Security Management | Security Systems | Security Threats

EGUIDE - The idea of using a managed security services provider (MSSP) to stretch your security dollar may sound appealing. MSSPs bring enterprise-class security into the midmarket price range. However, there are several important security issues to consider before diving in head first. Read this E-Guide to learn more about these security issues.
Posted: November 2, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Managed Security Services | Managed Security Services Providers | Outsourcing | Secure Content Management Services | Security | Security Management

EGUIDE - In this E-Guide, independent security expert Shon Harris reviews SLAs, their purpose, and recommended requirements. Also included is a 14 point checklist which outlines core items that must be understood, communicated and agreed upon before signing a contract with any MSSP. Read on to learn more about writing a solid SLA.
Posted: November 2, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Managed Security Services | Outsourcing | Security | Security Management | SLA | SLA Management Services

SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD - Using OS lock down scripts can be time consuming and error prone. Keeping those scripts up-to-date as new guidelines are published requires a continuous cycle of research, interpretation, and script revision. Do you really have time for this? Security Blanket automates the process of locking down Linux and Solaris operating systems.
Posted: October 29, 2009 | Published: October 29, 2009


Topics:  Linux | Operating Systems | Scripting | Security | Security Audits | Security Event Management | Security Management

PRESENTATION - This collection of slides from the Information Security Decisions Conference presents an overview of the security concerns that arise from the new trend toward cloud computing. The slides cover what cloud computing is, how it is used, and the concerns it raises. The presentation also makes some recommendations for dealing with these concerns.
Posted: October 29, 2009 | Published: October 29, 2009


Topics:  Cloud Computing | Compliance (Systems Operations) | Risk Management | Security | Security Infrastructure | Security Management

PRESENTATION - This collection of slides from the Information Security Decisions Conference provides practical advice about securing your data. The presentation builds upon a basic, four-step model of discover, secure, monitor, and protect. Download these slides to learn how to overcome common data security issues.
Posted: October 29, 2009 | Published: October 29, 2009


Topics:  Data Governance | Data Loss Prevention (DLP) | Data Management | Data Security | Information Security | Security | Security Management

PRESENTATION - This collection of slides from the Information Security Decisions Conference presents a practical 5 step plan toward achieving greater standards of database security and compliance. These steps consist of discovering, securing, monitoring, protecting and managing your databases. Download the slides to learn more.
Posted: October 29, 2009 | Published: October 29, 2009


Topics:  Data Security | Database Administration | Database Management | Database Security | Security | Security Management

PRODUCT DEMO - WatchGuard wants to show you why they are the leading provider of network and content security solutions. Eligible organizations can try out the superior capabilities and advanced functions of a WatchGuard XTM or XCS solution in their own network with no obligation to buy.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Network Appliances | Network Security | Network Security Appliances | Network Security Hardware | Security | Security Hardware | Security Management | Security Spending

WHITE PAPER - This white paper examines how IBM Tivoli Unified Single Sign-On addresses the needs of organizations for enterprise single sign-on, Web single sign-on, and federated single sign-on.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: December 29, 2008


Topics:  Access Control | Security | Security Management | Security Policies | Security Threats | SSO | Web Application Security | Web Applications Management

WHITE PAPER - IBM has created a pair of complementary views to bridge the communication gap between the business and the technical perspectives of security to enable convergence in thought and process. The IBM Security Framework addresses the business view, and the IBM Security Blueprint addresses the technical view.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: July 22, 2009


Topics:  Business IT Alignment | Business Management | Business Processes | Business Systems | Compliance (Systems Operations) | Payment Card Industry | Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance | Security Management | Security Policies

EGUIDE - This expert E-Guide offers an in-depth look at the security of cloud computing. Discover a risk versus benefits comparison, learn why it may be difficult to satisfy compliance auditors if security controls are obscured, and see why cloud vendors aren’t very concerned with security.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Cloud Computing | Distributed Computing | Distributed Data Management | Grid Computing | Security | Security Infrastructure | Security Management | Security Spending | Vulnerability Management

WHITE PAPER - This buyer's guide outlines features and capabilities that comprise an effective SIEM solution, discusses the benefits of each capability, and provides checklists to help you evaluate whether or not a particular vendor's solutions can address each of these areas.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 2, 2009


Topics:  Access Control | Compliance (Systems Operations) | Identity Management | IT Infrastructure | Security Event Management | Security Management | Security Policies | Security Threats