Network Security: Archive: August 2007

Mobile Users And Their Risky Behavior

They know better when it comes to online security, but research says that isn't stopping road warriors from doing foolish things with company laptops.

Symantec Updates Norton AntiVirus, Internet Security

New versions for 2008 add more intelligent filtering and greatly improve performance.

Storm Worm Gathers Strength On The Internet

Most hurricanes run out of gas after a week or two. The Storm worm has been going for more than six months.

Secure Your Email with Encryption

Who's reading your emails? Only those you deem worthy, provided that you adopt an encryption platform that suits (and protects) your business.

Threats in VoIP

Book Excerpt: Peter Thermos and Ari Takanen examine VoIP attack types and highlight the possible implications of a successful attempt.

Security Is All in Your Head

Industry expert Bruce Schneier explains the psychology of security to Black Hats.

Nine Fixes Planned For Patch Tuesday

Six critical fixes are on the way, including one for the Mac version of Office.

Getting the NAC of Security

Network Access Control adds yet another layer of technology to the security labyrinth – but some SMBs really need it.

Apple Heals Holes in iPhone, Mac OS, Safari

The computer maker puts out six fixes for iPhone when only two were publicly identified.

Iron Chef Black Hat

Taking security vulnerability discovery from pressure cooker to gourmet sport.