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Risk management staffing isn't always part of IT
Staffing is a critical part of any risk management plan. And although much of the risk any company manages surrounds its IT function, the people who keep the databases humming shouldn't be the same ones who assess those threats, experts say. Article | 07 Jun 2007
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Phony government spam targets executives
New spear phishing attacks are attempting to con senior corporate executives with threatening fake messages from the Better Business Bureau and the IRS. Article | 05 Jun 2007
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Google buys security software company, wants apps more secure
Google's purchase of security software company GreenBorder is smart in more ways than one. Article | 31 May 2007
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IBM targets threats against Web 2.0 systems
IBM on Tuesday introduced a security offering designed to detect and prevent cyberattacks directed at instant messaging services, Internet voice networks and other Web 2.0 platforms. News | 23 May 2007
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Verizon targets security with Cybertrust takeover
Verizon is joining in the consolidation in the managed security services space after agreeing to a deal to acquire Cybertrust for an undisclosed sum. News | 17 May 2007
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DoD takes cue from U.S. businesses, blocks YouTube, MySpace
Experts say that controversy aside, the U.S. Department of Defense's decision to block social networking sites mirrors what businesses have been doing for years to protect networks. Article | 15 May 2007
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Data breach costs weigh on TJX 1Q profit
TJX Cos., operator of discount clothing chains T.J. Maxx and Marshalls, said Tuesday its first-quarter profit dipped 1 percent as costs related to a widely publicized breach of customer data offset revenue growth. News | 15 May 2007
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Risk management: Think policy first, technology second
Auditor on your tail? Gartner analysts have six hot technologies that'll impress the inspector -- but with one caveat: Have good policies in place before you buy. Article | 10 May 2007
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Security screeners sue over missing TSA hard drive
A union is suing the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) over the loss of a computer hard drive containing the personal information of around 100,000 security screeners. The lawsuit would require the government agency to encrypt employee dat... News | 10 May 2007
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Oracle update to fix 37 security flaws
Oracle plans to release patches to plug 37 security holes in its products next week, according to a preview of the upcoming Critical Patch Update released April 10. News | 12 Apr 2007