Top Priority Sector: video_surveillance_cctv Extreme Networks, Inc. introduced on Sept. 24 an Ethernet-based physical security network solution designed to help reduce installation, operational costs and truck rolls, and simplify operations associated with networked physical security systems, including integrated alarms, IP surveillance cameras, door locks and related elements. Homepage position: 10…
Security Weaknesses Found in U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s IT Systems and Networks (August 22, 2012)
An audit of the IT systems and networks at the U……. View full post on SANS NewsBites For more information go to http://www.NationalCyberSecurity.com, http://www. GregoryDEvans.com, http://www.LocatePC.net or http://AmIHackerProof.com View full post on National Cyber Security
Aviat Networks partners with AT&T to compete for DHS business
Top Priority Sector: communications Aviat Networks, Inc., a provider of microwave networking solutions, announced on August 6 that it has been named as the microwave subcontractor on the AT&T Government Solutions‘ team to compete for orders to provide tactical communications equipment to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Homepage…
M-Trends #2: Everything Old is New Again – Targeted Attackers Using Passive Backdoors to Evade Networks
Earlier this week, I talked about malware threats. Today, we’ll address a new trend. Turns out the perpetrators of targeted attacks are pragmatic, and are happy to borrow techniques that are even a decade old. Trend #2 in M-Trends: An Evolving Threat is titled “Everything Old Is New Again,” and…
FBI wants backdoors into VoIP, video, social networks and email
Wiretaps increasingly are becoming old school as technology bypasses the eavesdropping technology. Now, says the FBI, it needs access to more current technologies, like VoIP and email, and it’s very interested in getting access to social networks. The FBI wants backdoors–methods of bypassing normal security and encryption–into Facebook, Google+ Hangouts,…
Hacker’s Tiny Spy Computer Cracks Corporate Networks, Fits In An Altoid Tin
In its smallest version, Kevin Bong’s “Mini Pwner” spy router can fit inside an Altoids tin. The next time an unexpected “repairman” cruises past your company’s security desk, you might want to check inside his tin of mints or pack of cigarettes. Especially if he’s also carrying an ethernet cable….
Palo Alto Networks courts investors with $175 million IPO
The tech industry’s biggest little company, firewall vendor Palo Alto Networks, filed last week for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) which will raise $175 million (£110 million). Founded in 2005 by former NetScreen CTO Nir Zuk the year after that highly-rated company was bought by Juniper, Palo Alto has risen…
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Social networks getting a bit less social: poll (Reuters)
Reuters – Users of online social network sites such as Facebook are editing their pages and tightening their privacy settings to protect their reputations in the age of digital sharing, according to a new survey. View full post on Yahoo! News: Security News View full post on National Cyber Security
EU Court of Justice Says Social Networks Cannot be Forced to Filter for Piracy (February 16, 2012)
The European Court of Justice has ruled that copyright holders may not force social networking sites to use filters to thwart illegal filesharing……. View full post on SANS NewsBites View full post on National Cyber Security