6 ways the Blackhat movie got security wrong (and 4 things it got right)

	6 ways the Blackhat movie got security wrong (and 4 things it got right) | Canadian agency reported to be monitoring millions of downloads
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	LAST CHANCE: Enter to win a copy of "Learn Ruby the Hard Way" We've got 5 copies to give to some lucky readers. Enter for your chance to win! Read More   WHITE PAPER: Akamai Overcoming the Big Disconnect in Web Security According to a new CSO survey, companies know hackers are targeting them, but too few have plans in place for fighting back. Here are the steps you need to take to eliminate the disconnect. Learn More In this Issue 6 ways the Blackhat movie got security wrong (and 4 things it got right) Canadian agency reported to be monitoring millions of downloads IDG Contributor Network: Linux hit by critical security hole Blackphone super-secure communications app had serious flaw Old arguments may bog down US data breach notification legislation Endpoint security trends for 2015: What can we expect? Twenty-eight percent of security spending wasted on shelfware EU air passenger database about to take flight, but critics want it grounded WHITE PAPER: Onapsis Building an Enterprise Application Security Program In this research paper, Building an Enterprise Application Security program, we will take a focused look at the major facets in an enterprise application security program, and make practical suggestions on how to improve efficiency and effectiveness of your security program. Learn More 6 ways the Blackhat movie got security wrong (and 4 things it got right) Though the plot of Blackhat takes some typical Hollywood thriller jumps, from a technical standpoint, the movie is fairly accurate. Read More   Canadian agency reported to be monitoring millions of downloads The Communications Security Establishment tracks activity at more than 100 file-sharing sites, according to news reports Read More   IDG Contributor Network: Linux hit by critical security hole A new security hole has been discovered in Linux that allows anyone to remotely take control of a system without knowing the username and password. Read More   Blackphone super-secure communications app had serious flaw A vulnerability in the bundled encrypted messaging app would have allowed attackers to execute malicious code on the device Read More   WHITE PAPER: Proofpoint, Inc.   The New Art of War: 2014 Targeted Attacks Study In this study, you'll receive a comprehensive overview of survey results and expert analysis on: *The common threats organizations face *Where to bolster traditional defenses *How to protect employees from targeted attacks View Now>> Old arguments may bog down US data breach notification legislation Questions about preemption of state laws and when companies should report breaches come up again during a hearing. Read More   Endpoint security trends for 2015: What can we expect? In my data center work experience, a very significant percentage of the major network vulnerabilites I've had to fix were caused by the introduction of poorly secured computers. It's a surprisingly common blunder. Read More   Twenty-eight percent of security spending wasted on shelfware The average organization spent $115 per user on security-related software last year, but $33 of it, or 28 percent, was underutilized or not used at all, according to a new report from Osterman Research."As much as 60 percent of security software remains completely unused in some organizations," the report said.Almost all of this wasted spending was on traditional packaged software, because cloud services are typically billed based on use and need little or no additional configuration or customization.Specifically, 81 percent of security software was still delivered in the traditional way, compared to 19 percent that was cloud-based, according to the survey of IT decision makers in large and small companies.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Read More   EU air passenger database about to take flight, but critics want it grounded The EC is reportedly working on a plan to implement a Passenger Name Record (PNR) system, although a previous attempt failed Read More
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