-
How to protect different enterprise channels of communication
Organizations have plenty of ways to communicate and transfer information. In this series of tips, Michael Cobb reviews how to secure four common outlets that can be easily taken advantage of by data thieves and malicious hackers. Learning Guide
-
Fair digital rights management
Royal Holloway authors examine the various proposals that have been made to protect digital content, and why most of them have failed. Royal Holloway eBook Seri
-
Can we expect protected privacy online?
Security experts Bruce Schneier and Marcus Ranum debate whether users should have an expectation of online privacy. Face-off
-
Infosecurity Europe 2009: News, interviews and updates
Infosecurity Europe 2009 has begun. SearchSecurity.co.uk is on the conference floor, providing the latest news and updates from London. Special News Coverage
-
Do enterprises face social networking risks?
Should companies be concerned about employees' social networking? Bruce Schenier and Marcus Ranum take opposite sides on this issue. Face-off
-
Do data security breach notification laws work?
There are more than 40 state notification laws, but how have they impacted the security of sensitive data? Our two experts debate the issue. Face-off
-
Information security book excerpts and reviews
Visit the Information Security Bookshelf for book reviews and free chapter downloads. Information Security Book
-
Compliance All-in-One Guide
Our Compliance All-in-One Guide is a one-stop shop for all your regulatory compliance needs. New
-
Survey results highlight the importance of HIPAA compliance training
The Vice President of Policy and Government Relations for the American Health Information Management Association speaks out on the importance of compliance training. Executive Briefing
-
RSA Conference 2006
Can't make it to RSA 2006? Check out our continuous coverage from the show floor. Conference Coverage
- See More: Essential Knowledge on Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
-
European Commission data protection proposals draw hostile reaction
Reaction to the European Commission data protection proposals has been largely negative, as many believe the new rules are costly and misdirected. News | 26 Jan 2012
-
Survey sheds light on SharePoint security concerns
Respondents' top SharePoint security concerns include frustrated users who inadvertently or deliberately circumvent security policies. News | 24 Jan 2012
-
UK IT security survey reveals changing priorities
TechTarget surveyed UK IT professionals regarding their 2012 security priorities. The findings show changing security priorities. News | 16 Jan 2012
-
Cattles' lost backup tapes highlight risk of unencrypted data storage
Cattles Group lost backup tapes containing 1.4 million unencrypted customer records. The incident highlights the risks of removable storage. News | 09 Jan 2012
-
Emerging 2012 security trends demand information security policy changes
2012 security trends involving cookies, fines, devices and threats will demand more skills -- and a little finesse -- from security professionals. News | 29 Dec 2011
-
Concerned about tablet security issues? Some are, others not so much
Users love their tablets, but security pros are concerned about tablet security issues. However, though tablets bring new threats, not everyone is ringing the alarm. News | 05 Dec 2011
-
Privacy group reports alarming data breach statistics in public sector
Big Brother Watch reported alarming data breach statistics at local councils, which may be just the tip of the iceberg. News | 30 Nov 2011
-
Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee on vision for the future of IT security
Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee told RSA Europe attendees the future of IT security must include greater simplicity for users. News | 14 Oct 2011
-
E-discovery laws: Having an information governance framework matters
A recent increase in privacy litigation proves that UK companies, too, need e-discovery and data governance plans. News | 29 Sep 2011
-
DPA compliance: Tracking changes to Data Protection Act guidelines
Can organisations expect a more prescriptive Data Protection Act in the future? UK Bureau Chief Ron Condon examines the law's prospects. Feature | 30 Jun 2011
- See More: News on Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
-
Stop phone tracking and GPS data leakage
GPS-enabled smartphones and other GPS devices may leak confidential or sensitive data, making it easy for attackers to target your employees. Tip
-
Managing security during acquisition: A merger integration checklist
Security must be carefully managed before and during an acquisition. Mike Cobb proposes a merger integration checklist for security. Tip
-
RSA Europe 2011: IT security conference coverage
All the news from RSA Europe 2011. Read news, features, tips and blogs from the London based IT security conference. Tip
-
Create an information sharing policy for protection from data leakage
Secure information exchange is a crucial aspect of controlling sensitive data, but few companies have a policy outlining such exchange. Learn how to lock down information sharing in this tip. Tip
-
How sensitive company data leaks onto mobile devices in business
Expert Peter Wood explains the top five ways sensitive information can get onto mobile devices, and what policies need to be in place to prevent data exposure. Tip
-
Secure USB best practices: Choosing USB hardware encryption
Learn why USB hardware encryption may be the best way to secure mobile data. Tip
-
How to choose the best fire security safes for your organisation
While not as calculated as an outside attacker or a malicious employee, a fire could cause just as much data damage. Learn what to look for in enterprise fireproof safes. Tip
-
iPad security policy pointers for enterprise iPad endpoint integrity
As enterprise iPad use increases, companies must make decisions about iPad security policy and how to enforce it. Lisa Phifer offers several tactics for ensuring iPad endpoint integrity. Tip
-
How to create a data aggregation risk mitigation plan
Data aggregation risks arise when pieces of low-risk information combine to create high-risk assets. In this tip, learn how to assess for such assets and how to secure them. Tip
-
Pros and cons of Skype security for encrypted phone calls
If you're looking for a technology that can encrypt phone calls for free, you may not need to look further than Skype. In this tip, expert Michael Cobb dissects the pros and cons of Skype security to help you make an informed decision. Tip
- See More: Tips on Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
-
PCI PTS: Understanding PCI PIN security requirements
What is PTS, and how does it relate to PCI DSS? In this expert response, learn about the differences between PCI DSS, PA DSS and PTS, as well as recent updates to PCI PTS requirements. Ask the Expert
-
Mobile encryption options for mobile devices: Built-in vs. manual encryption
There are a few different ways to approach mobile encryption. In this expert response, Peter Wood discusses the pros and cons of different mobile encryption options. Ask the Expert
-
How to detect if machines have been infected with Trojans, keyloggers
New data protection expert Paul Vlissidis explains the difference between keyloggers and Trojans before revealing how to find both on your machines. Ask the Expert
-
Payment card industry compliance: Protect phoned-in credit card data
Mathieu Gorge explains how to protect credit card data over the phone if you're a call centre trying to meet payment card industry compliance standards. Ask the Expert
-
What should be part of an employee termination checklist?
Letting go of someone with high IT privileges could come back to haunt you, especially in a time when redundancies are likely to occur in every sector. Ask the Expert
-
What are the dangers of using Facebook, other social networking sites?
Ken Munro discusses the dangers associated with allowing employees to access social networking sites such as Facebook, and explains how corporations can avoid these risks by monitoring the information placed in employee profiles and using email filte... Ask the Expert
-
How to comply with the Data Protection Act of 1998
Alan Calder explains the basic requirements of the U.K. Data Protection Act of 1998. He highlights how to comply with the Data Protecting Act and discusses the regulations guidelines and basic requirements. Ask the Expert
-
How to prevent audit-logging system from storing passwords?
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, security pro Mike Rothman discusses several ways to prevent your audit systems from storing passwords or other personal information. Ask the Expert
-
How can a CSO determine if a company has a data security problem?
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, security management expert Mike Rothman examines certain areas that a CSO should focus on, such as internal policy documents and penetration test results, to determine if a corporation has a data security breach proble... Ask the Expert
-
Can keyloggers monitor mouse clicks and keyboard entries?
Keyloggers may be a security manager's best friend, especially if he or she wants to monitor an employee's keyboard entries. Keyloggers can't do it all, though, says application expert Michael Cobb. Ask the Expert
- See More: Expert Advice on Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
-
BS 10012:2009 (British Standard 10012:2009)
British Standard 10012:2009 (BS 10012:2009) is a standard enacted by the U.K. government in order to further the privacy of sensitive personal information held by British corporations. Word
-
UK Identity Cards Act
The UK Identity Cards Act is a framework of enabling legislation for a British National Identity card passed in 2006. The Act has not yet gone into full-scale development or deployment... (Continued) Word
-
U.K. Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA 1998)
The Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA 1998) is an act of the United Kingdom (UK) Parliament defining the ways in which information about living people may be legally used and handled... (Continued) Word
-
USB gadgets and gizmos present data-theft risks
In this video, learn how new USB gadgets and gizmos could be used to siphon off your sensitive data. Video
-
Cryptography for the rest of us
In this video, learn cryptography techniques for your enterprise that comply with regulatory and legal requirements, as well as what you need to understand before buying or building cryptography solutions. Video
-
The real reasons behind data backup disk failure
Hugh Thompson, chief security strategist and founder of the consultancy People Security, tells a funny story about how one secretary's innocent mistake was the reason behind a series of suspicious 'media error' messages. Video
-
Social networks and spear phishing attacks
Are your employees giving up valuable corporate information on social networking sites? Graham Cluley, senior consultant at Sophos Inc., explains how hackers can use data commonly found on LinkedIn to carry out effective spear phishing attacks. Video
-
Security Roundtable: Virtualization security threats
Chris Hoff, Rich Mogull and Dino Dai Zovi discuss the top virtualization security threats, including some you might not expect. Video
-
CISSP Essentials training: Domain 3, Cryptography
This free CISSP certification training video covers Domain 3: the history of cryptography and how to apply technologies and concepts to protect enterprise data. Video
-
Database security best practices: Video with David Litchfield
David Litchfield, managing director at NGSSoftware Ltd., reviews three of the most common mistakes that database administrators are making. Video
-
European Commission data protection proposals draw hostile reaction
Reaction to the European Commission data protection proposals has been largely negative, as many believe the new rules are costly and misdirected. News
-
Survey sheds light on SharePoint security concerns
Respondents' top SharePoint security concerns include frustrated users who inadvertently or deliberately circumvent security policies. News
-
UK IT security survey reveals changing priorities
TechTarget surveyed UK IT professionals regarding their 2012 security priorities. The findings show changing security priorities. News
-
Cattles' lost backup tapes highlight risk of unencrypted data storage
Cattles Group lost backup tapes containing 1.4 million unencrypted customer records. The incident highlights the risks of removable storage. News
-
Stop phone tracking and GPS data leakage
GPS-enabled smartphones and other GPS devices may leak confidential or sensitive data, making it easy for attackers to target your employees. Tip
-
Emerging 2012 security trends demand information security policy changes
2012 security trends involving cookies, fines, devices and threats will demand more skills -- and a little finesse -- from security professionals. News
-
IT in Europe: Information Security Edition e-zine
e-zine
-
Concerned about tablet security issues? Some are, others not so much
Users love their tablets, but security pros are concerned about tablet security issues. However, though tablets bring new threats, not everyone is ringing the alarm. News
-
Privacy group reports alarming data breach statistics in public sector
Big Brother Watch reported alarming data breach statistics at local councils, which may be just the tip of the iceberg. News
-
Managing security during acquisition: A merger integration checklist
Security must be carefully managed before and during an acquisition. Mike Cobb proposes a merger integration checklist for security. Tip
- See More: All on Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
About Data Protection Solutions and Strategy
View our resource center to develop a better data protection strategy and solutions, avoid information theft, and better understand data privacy laws.