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Security Trends: Archive: January 2006 

Techie's Trusty Seven

A half dozen plus one free tools that every security practitioner should have.

Warning: Prepare for Friday Trigger of Kama Sutra Worm

Security advisors are warning IT and security administrators to make sure their networks are clear of the Kama Sutra worm before its payload is triggered on Friday.

Declare War on Spam

Make 2006 the year you fight back against spam. Jerry Hodgen offers tips and examines a product that shields both home and corporate users.

'Botmaster' Pleads Guilty to Zombie Profits

L.A. man faces 25 years for using botnet to spread spam, adware.

IBM: Users Are The Weak Link in Security

Widespread outbreaks are declining, but don't get too comfortable.

Symantec to Fortify its Compliance Software

The focus on agent-less security software is the culmination of the company's purchase of BindView, internetnews.com has learned.

Is Secure Computing Coming Soon?

If 2013 is 'soon.' An HP security exec says that, while progress is being made, ubiquitous security is years away.

Ski Resorts Put their Finger on Security

The American Skiing Company is securing its cash registers while making their workers more efficient and more at-ease -- all with the touch of a finger.

Author: CISOs Must Focus on Governance

In a one-on-one interview, author and analyst Dr. Fred Cohen says today's chief information security officer must have wide-ranging oversight to secure the enterprise.

Are You Listening to Your Employees?

If employees can't come to their managers with security and privacy concerns, they just might go to the press or the authorities first.

Reports: IM Threats Steadily Evolving

A pair of new reports say 2005 was a year of unfortunate firsts for IM security; with 2006 promising escalations in the sophistication of security threats.

Symantec Gets to Root of Rootkit Controversy

Security provider says latest update removes potential danger.

Linux Security a National Matter

The DHS issues grant money to improve open source code.

Flaws Hit QuickTime, iTunes

QuickTime is the target, but tight iTunes integration puts it at risk.

Linux Security a National Matter

The DHS issues grant money to improve open source code.

McAfee Loses Chief to Competitor

Gene Hodges resigns to take Websense helm.

Salaries on the Rise for Security Pros

Salaries are heading up again for security professionals, but don't expect a bachelor's degree to help you out very much, according to a new study. And find out what makes security types angry and happy...

How to Improve on Wireless Security

If you're looking to secure an enterprise WLAN, many industry observers are pointing IT managers to WPA2.

Former Cyber Security Chief to Head CIA Unit

Yoran will serve as president and CEO of In-Q-Tel.

LANDesk Software Secures Macs

Security management firm offers Trusted Access for Mac OS X and future Intel-based Macs.

Private Patch for .WMF Bug Raises More Concerns

Columnist Ken van Wyk says the release of a private patch for the .WMF bug raises some concerns and even more questions.

CERT's Best-Worst Vulnerabilities of 2005

Though there were more reported vulnerabilities, Linux is still seen as likely more secure than Windows.

McAfee Settles SEC Score

McAfee closes its four-year battle with the SEC and promises to make good on its accounting practices.

Security Experts Blast Microsoft

Are Microsoft's Oompa-Loompas producing security candy or just singing the day away? Security experts aren't sure, and they're recommending users fix the latest Windows exploit with unofficial patches.

Mobile Device Security II: Handheld Operating Systems

Each major mobile platform integrates some type of security, yet no one OS completely safeguards PDAs and smartphones. Bluefire CEO Mark Komisky surveys the type of protection offered by the most important players.

Virus Writers Change Tactics for 2006

Malware writers are no longer creating Blasters and Slammers. They're not trying to take down millions of systems, but keep them running so they can steal the information on them.

Apollo Reservation System Suffers Worldwide Outage

Reasons behind outage at United Airlines reservation system unknown.

Symantec Sets Sights on IMlogic

The security software maker alights on the top provider of enterprise instant messaging software.

Email Security and Passwords -- It's Time for Change

Columnist Ken van Wyk says it's about time we make some progress when it comes to passwords and email security.

2005: The Year in Enterprise Security

A look back at the trends that defined enterprise security in 2005.

Security Tips From 'Anatomy of a Hack'

Security company details risks mobile workers face from wireless intrusions.