Articles Index
In Depth Security
In Depth Security. Using a layered approach to network security provides better protection. An attack that compromises or bypasses one security layer will be detected and blocked by another.
Computer Security Myths
An article discussing the myths, hoaxes, and chain letters that plague and confuse computer users.
Top 10 Tips To Secure Laptops For Airline Travel
Many travelers these days carry a laptop whether for business or personal reasons. These tips will help you secure and protect it so that both it, and the data it contains, arrive at the destination safely.
Storing and Remembering Passwords Securely
This article examines the challenge of trying to remember the passwords and usernames to a wide variety of sites and applications and discusses the tools available to help users securely store and remember their passwords
False Sense of Security
Home users are migrating to broadband, 24/7 connections to the Internet without the basic knowledge and skills necessary to protect themselves and the rest of the Internet from the security risks that exist on their computer. This false sense of security is bad for everyone.
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network Security
A tutorial article providing tips to use peer-to-peer (p2p) networking sites such as BitTorrent or eMule safely and securely.
Interview With Ed Skoudis 2006
A new, 2006 interview with Ed Skoudis, author of Counter Hack Reloaded and Malware: Fighting Malicious Code.
Zero Day Exploits
An article about zero day exploit vulnerabilities and how to protect yourself and your computer by your Guide, Tony Bradley
Beware Hurricane Katrina Scams
In the wake of a tragedy such as the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, many people search for ways to contribute and help. Unfortunately, many people search for ways to capitalize on the tragedy for malicious intent and they often target those who are searching for ways to help. You need to be cautious and stay on your guard to avoid falling prey to a Hurricane Katrina scam.
Ten Tips to Prevent Identity Theft
It seems like almost weekly a major security breach is announced involving the compromise of hundreds of thousands or even millions of customer's personal information. Some look to network security as the solution. Some look to legislation and penalties as the solution. The reality is that most identity theft is actually very low-tech and it is up to you to guard your own identity. These ten tips will help you protect yourself from identity theft.
Your Right Of Privacy
There is an assumed or implied Right Of Privacy in the United States. Many think it is rooted in the Constitution, but not without a good deal of interpretation. There are many statutes and regulations that guard personal information, but security and privacy generally come at the expense of freedom and convenience. It is up to you to make an educated choice about where you want the balance to be.
Blaming Technology For Human Error
Blaming Technology For Human Error is an article about placing the blame for security breaches where it generally belongs, on the people who administer and use it, and about not relying on technology as a holy grail to fix the flaws in the weakest link of the security chain, humans.
Foundstone Acquired by McAfee
Security and antivirus vendor McAfee announced plans to purchase vulnerability management and training firm Foundstone for $86 million. This brief article shares some insight on the purchase from Foundstone co-founder, President and Chief Technology Office (CTO) Stuart McClure.
Interview With Gary McGraw
An interview with Gary McGraw, Chief Technology Officer of Cigital and co-author of Exploiting Software.
Hacking Exposed Chat Session
The complete transcript of the chat session with two of the Hacking Exposed authors and co-founders of security firm Foundstone- Stuart McClure and Goerge Kurtz.
Comodo Provides RegistryPro with Security Features
Information and press release from Comodo regarding new .PRO domain extensions for professionals such as doctors, lawyers and CPA's.