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D-Day for Kama Sutra Worm a Bust
By Sharon Gaudin - Published February 3, 2006
The dreaded Kama Sutra worm has caused little damage around the world. But while everyone was focused on it, another virus took down the Russian Stock Exchange for an hour late on Thursday. [more Online Threats & Alerts]

A Sobering Report on Viruses
By Sean Michael Kerner - Published February 3, 2006
Do you know what the biggest virus outbreak of all time was? [more Information Security Trends]

Security Vendors Team Against Spyware
By Ed Sutherland - Published February 2, 2006
Security vendors try to reduce the "enormous confusion" over what is, and isn't spyware. [more Security Best Practices]

New HIPS Technology Takes on Zero-Day Attacks
By Drew Robb - Published February 1, 2006
Some industry watchers say host-based intrusion detection systems may take the lead in battling zero-day attacks. [more Information Security Trends]

Microsoft Issues Own Blackworm Warning
By Clint Boulton - Published February 1, 2006
The software maker warns PC users of the malware, expected to launch worldwide Friday. [more Online Threats & Alerts]

Warning: Prepare for Friday Trigger of Kama Sutra Worm
By Sharon Gaudin - Published January 31, 2006
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. [more Online Threats & Alerts]

Techie's Trusty Seven
By Sonny Discini - Published January 31, 2006
A half dozen plus one free tools that every security practitioner should have. [more Security Best Practices]

Declare War on Spam
By Jerry Hodgen - Published January 30, 2006
Make 2006 the year you fight back against spam. Jerry Hodgen offers tips and examines a product that shields both home and corporate users. [more Security Best Practices]

Database Security and Patches
By Steve Callan - Published January 27, 2006
What are the types of security holes present in Oracle, and where can you learn more about testing your own system? [more Vulnerability & Virus Patches]

'Botmaster' Pleads Guilty to Zombie Profits
By Ed Sutherland - Published January 27, 2006
L.A. man faces 25 years for using botnet to spread spam, adware. [more Prevention & Risk Management]

IBM: Users Are The Weak Link in Security
By Sean Michael Kerner - Published January 25, 2006
Widespread outbreaks are declining, but don't get too comfortable. [more Information Security Trends]

It's Time to Standardize our Terminology
By Penny Klein - Published January 24, 2006
A rose is a rose, right? Actually, it might not be. Columnist Penny Klein says too many terms have differing definitions. And that's not helping anybody. It's time to standardize. [more Security Advisors]

Symantec to Fortify its Compliance Software
By Sean Michael Kerner - Published January 24, 2006
The focus on agent-less security software is the culmination of the company's purchase of BindView, internetnews.com has learned. [more Security Best Practices]

Is Secure Computing Coming Soon?
By David Needle - Published January 23, 2006
If 2013 is 'soon.' An HP security exec says that, while progress is being made, ubiquitous security is years away. [more Prevention & Risk Management]

Oracle Patches 82 Flaws
By Sean Michael Kerner - Published January 19, 2006
The quarterly update fixes flaws throughout numerous apps. [more Vulnerability & Virus Patches]

Ski Resorts Put their Finger on Security
By Sharon Gaudin - Published January 19, 2006
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. [more Information Security Trends]

New Linux Kernel Patched
By Sean Michael Kerner - Published January 19, 2006
The first Linux kernel of the year gets a point upgrade as work continues on the next version. [more Vulnerability & Virus Patches]

Author: CISOs Must Focus on Governance
By Esther Shein - Published January 18, 2006
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. [more Security Best Practices]

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