May 12, 2011

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Third-party apps failing to use Windows security features

Many third-party Windows applications are failing to utilize two important security features that could prevent certain code execution attacks, according to a report released Thursday by Secunia.
 

Microsoft warns of soaring Windows Help Center exploits

Attacks taking advantage of a zero-day Windows Help and Support Center vulnerability drastically have gained in prevalence and scope in recent days, malware specialists at Microsoft warned Thursday evening.
 

IBM buys IT management provider BigFix

IBM on Thursday announced plans to acquire BigFix, an Emeryville, Calif.-based provider of security management solutions. Specifically, BigFix software offers a single IT management platform that allows organizations the ability to manage applications for vulnerabilities, systems lifecycle, configuration and compliance. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but a Bloomberg report valued the transaction at $400 million. IBM's last security-related acquisition was last fall when it picked up database security firm Guardium for a reported $225 million. — DK
 

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Hackers compromise Destination Hotels' credit card system

Guests at 21 Destination Hotels & Resorts' properties may have been subjected to credit card theft after the chain discovered malware installed in its credit card processing system.
 

University of Maine student information exposed

Hackers recently gained access to a pair of file servers containing the personal information of University of Maine students who received counseling services at the school for the past eight years.
 

HIPAA encryption: meeting today's regulations

The author wades through NIST standards to help organizations select the best encryption technology to satisfy federal health care data protection mandates.
 

How we test products

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We've just wrapped our very successful third annual SC World Congress in New York. Now, we turn our attention to the inaugural SC Congress Canada, taking place Tuesday and Wednesday in Toronto. Register for SC Congress Canada and get essential solutions that every IT professional needs to counter current and future threats. Find products and services to help protect your organization from hackers, disgruntled employees and other security risks.

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SC Events Calendar

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SC Webcast: Securing, controlling and auditing critical databases

June 21, 2011
SC eConference: Auditing and compliance

July 28, 2011
SC eConference: Securing the cloud

Aug. 25, 2011
SC eSymposium: Social networking - Threats and solutions

Call for Papers — SC World Congress New York & SC Congress Canada

A call for papers is now open for the third annual SC World Congress in New York and the inaugural SC Congress Canada. Visit the home page of the SC World Congress and find (under "Key Links" at the right) how to be a presenter or speaker at these two events. Click on the "Call for Papers" links to learn more.

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