May 12, 2011

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Microsoft looks into malware spreading via USB

Microsoft is investigating new reports that malware is propagating through USB devices, which may be linked to an unpatched vulnerability in Windows.
 

Experts encourage investment in attribution technologies

A number of experts testified before U.S. House members Thursday that research and development is needed to improve ways to determine the identity and location of cyberattackers. Such technologies could could limit the impact of a major attack, witnesses said at a meeting of the U.S. House Subcommittee on Technology. During the hearing, members and witnesses said that increasing coordination between government and industry to develop new attack attribution technologies would help prevent redundant efforts and take advantage of all available resources. — AM
 

Mergers and acquisitions: Interview with Gary Steele, CEO of Proofpoint

SC Magazine reporter Angela Moscaritolo discusses the bustling M&A landscape with Gary Steele, CEO of Proofpoint, to learn what has prompted a recent flurry of activity and how security buyers should react when considering a solution.
 

Banking trojans as a weapon of mass destruction

Businesses often don't know what lurks online or how they can get phished with a simple email.
 

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Myth #7: Firefox is more secure than Internet Explorer

Web-based threats become more sophisticated every day. And hanging on to common misconceptions compromises security further. Reduce your chances of becoming another malware statistic - download the "10 Myths of Safe Web Browsing" white paper.

Cyber progress report: More work is needed

Cybersecurity stakeholders converged at the White House this week to discuss ideas and progress being made since President Obama issued a digital protection plan last year.
 

Mozilla to revamp add-on code review process

Mozilla is dealing with another case of a malicious plug-in for its Firefox web browser, and as a result, is considering changes to its code review process.
 

Zeus now spoofing Visa, MasterCard programs

A new configuration of the Zeus trojan is targeting the customers of 15 leading U.S. banks by injecting a phishing page that seeks to steal sensitive information.
 

How we test products

Check out this month's issue to see the other companies we picked. 

How we test products:

Click here to take a look at the methodology we use to evaluate each product we test.

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SC Congress Canada is open for business!

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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Acquiring relevant, up-to-date knowledge to boost your career is just a click away. SC Scholars, our recently launched online educational initiative, offers information security professionals exclusive, in-depth, university-level courses in a format that makes the best use of your valuable time.  Visit SCScholars.com today.

SC Events Calendar

TODAY
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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