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The Threat of Malware for the Mac

Think you're safe from malware because it's a Mac, not PC? Time to start worrying - Apple's adding malware protection to Snow Leopard means even they see it coming.

Published by marshalr (5,761 pts

) on Sep 9, 2009 to
Mac Platform Articles

Encrypt your home directory with eCryptfs

Ever wanted to secure your files? This great guide will show you how to set up eCryptfs in Ubuntu to easily create a private and encrypted home directory.

Published by Josef Nankivell (4,324 pts

) on Sep 5, 2009 to
Linux Platform Articles

Malwarebytes Review

If you want to keep your system free from viruses there is only one tool to use. Read more to see why Malwarebytes beats the big names in system security.

Published by Matthew Casperson (4,883 pts

) on Sep 4, 2009 to
Matthew Casperson Articles

How Secure is SaaS?

We look at Software-as-a-Service providers and whether or not you should outsource your security to these third party providers - the answer may surprise you.

Published by Dan B. (19,028 pts

) on Aug 31, 2009 to
Computer Security Articles

How to stop Pop Ups in Microsoft Internet Explorer

A brief guide on how to stop unwanted pop-ups on version 7.0 of the browser.

Published by theinkandpen (11,557 pts

) on Aug 28, 2009 to
Windows Platform Articles

Designing Network Security

Find out how to design a secure company network, including remote access and internal security.

Published by Tom Olzak, CISSP (6,821 pts

) on Aug 27, 2009 to
Computer Security Articles

Preventing XSS Vulnerabilities: XSS Protection

XSS vulnerabilities are a potential nightmare. Your website or users can be compromised if you contain a website that has holes in it, and XSS is one of the most common vulnerabilities on the web. Learn how to prevent such vulnerabilities and make your website safe for your users.

Published by Miguel Leiva-Gomez (774 pts

) on Aug 27, 2009 to
Web Development Articles

PSExec: Free Security Testing and System Management Tool

PSExec is a free Sysinternals utility. With it, system administrators can manage remote desktops via scripts or command line. Security analysts can use it to test system vulnerabilities.

Published by Tom Olzak, CISSP (6,821 pts

) on Aug 26, 2009 to
Enterprise Security Articles

PsLogList: Free Utility to Parse & Review Windows Logs

PsLogList is a free Sysinternals (Microsoft) download which allows security and system administrators access to local and remote system application, security, and system log entries. It's also a great forensics tool.

Published by Tom Olzak, CISSP (6,821 pts

) on Aug 26, 2009 to
Enterprise Security Articles

Streamline Kiosk Operation with Auto-logon

Many organizations need shared workstations, kiosks providing general information to most or all its employees. The challenge is getting a network-connected computer to access resources without giving every employee a network login. Auto-logon can help.

Published by Tom Olzak, CISSP (6,821 pts

) on Aug 26, 2009 to
Enterprise Security Articles

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