The prevalence of mobile devices with personally identifiable location-based information and the increasing use of social media are top concerns for 2011, according to Proofpoint, Inc., a leading provider of SaaS e-mail security, e-mail archiving and data loss prevention solutions. With more personal information available on the Internet, in everyday consumer applications and stored in corporate databases, risks to consumers and companies will only grow in the next year. In addition, increasing regulations and new laws will force many organizations in 2011 to review their handling of private information and implement new programs to minimize their risks. To deal with these increasing threats and obligations, Proofpoint expects more organizations to create stronger privacy policies and turn to encryption, Web filtering and secure managed file transfer.
Proofpoint predicts the following trends will dominate privacy discussions in 2011:
http://www.proofpoint.com/
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Top 10 Privacy Issues for 2011 | ITBusinessEdge.com
Windows Small Business Server 2011
Wow! Check out these new offerings from Microsoft. I am really impressed by the Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials which is cloud-based. I only have one question for them, will it include Exchange in the cloud?
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
The 12 Scams of Christmas | ITBusinessEdge.com
Consumers would be wise to beware of the most common scams of the season before heading online to book travel and do holiday shopping. McAfee (NYSE: MFE) has revealed the “Twelve Scams of Christmas” – the 12 most dangerous online scams that computer users should be cautious of this holiday season.
“Scams continue to be big business for cybercriminals who have their sights set on capitalizing on open hearts and wallets this holiday season,” said Dave Marcus, director of security research for McAfee Labs. “As people jump online to look for deals on gifts and travel, it’s important to recognize common scams to safeguard against theft during the busy season ahead.”
McAfee advises Internet users to follow these five tips to protect their computers and personal information:
* Stick to well-established and trusted sites that include trust marks (icons or seals from third parties verifying that the sites are safe), user reviews and customer support. A reputable trust mark provider will have a live link attached to its trust mark icon, which will take visitors to a verification website of the trust mark provider.
* Do not respond to offers that arrive in a spam e-mail, texts or instant messages.
* Preview a link’s Web address before you click on it to make sure it is going to an established site. Never download or click anything from an unknown source.
* Stay away from vendors that offer prices well below the norm. Don’t believe anything that’s too good to be true.
* Make sure to use trusted Wi-Fi networks. Don’t check bank accounts or shop online if you’re not sure the network is safe.
McAfee (NYSE: MFE) Reference: http://tiny.ly/14qP
A new philosophy about failure…? | Change your thoughts
Everyday we should be getting better and better with what we do. It is futile to wait for things to be perfect. Perfection takes a lifetime!
Video: Safely edit the Windows Registry with these five tips | TR Dojo | TechRepublic.com
Editing the Windows registry is sometimes the quickest way to fix a problem or tweak the operating system to meet your needs. But unless you follow a few safety practices, it can also be a quick route to disaster. During this episode of TR Dojo, I share five tips to help you safely edit the Windows Registry.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Jotti's malware scan
Online malware scan: Jotti's malware scan is a free online scan service, utilising various anti-virus programs to diagnose single files.
I have tested this a pdf file that was just over 2MB (there is a 20MB limitation at this stage). It first allows you to upload the file from your system and then allows you to submit to 19 AntiVirus Scanners including the following:
See scanned result on TwitPic: http://twitpic.com/3bi6fk
Drive-by ransomware attack demands $120 | Naked Security
Malicious hackers are spreading ransomware, which encrypts media and Office files on victim's computers, in an attempt to extort $120. The attack - which is being seen in the wild - appears to have hit computer users via a drive-by vulnerability on compromised websites. Read more now about how the attack works, and ensure your anti-virus protection is up to date..
Lost laptop leads to first Data Protection Act fine for UK firm | Naked Security
Companies have been warned that they must wake up to the importance of encrypting their laptops, as the ICO issues the first fines to British organisations being sloppy with sensitive information, and breaching the Data Protection Act. Learn more now and ensure that your firm is taking data security seriously.
Apple Mac malware: A short history (1982-2010) | Naked Security
The threat may be much lower than on Windows, but more and more people are choosing to protect their Macs against malware. Learn about the viruses, worms, Trojans and scareware that have affected Apple computers. Did you know that there were viruses on Apple computers before they existed for PCs?
New Windows zero-day flaw bypasses UAC | Naked Security
A new zero-day exploit has been revealed in Windows that can lead to an elevation of privilege, enabling an attacker to impersonate the system account, which has nearly unlimited access to all components of the Windows system. Find out the details, learn what you might do to protect yourself and watch our exclusive video whilst waiting for Microsoft to create a fix.
Monday, November 29, 2010
WikiLeaks Is a Criminal Trafficker, Not a ‘Whistleblower’ | Blogs | ITBusinessEdge.com
When most of us think of whistleblowers, we think of people who are able to summon the courage and strength of character to publicize some wrongdoing that takes place within the organization that sustains them, often at the risk of retribution or personal loss. What WikiLeaks does is on the opposite end of the gallantry spectrum. It's as cowardly as it is criminal. Read more
The five most overhyped tech products of 2010 | Tech Sanity Check | TechRepublic.com
The pace of innovation in the technology industry quickened again in 2010, after stumbling momentarily in 2009 because of the global recession. The most potent sign of the rebound was the steady stream of new products, new technologies, and new ideas that pushed the previous boundaries and rethought the status quo.
Of course, innovation means taking risks and some of them — including some the most widely publicized — turn out to duds. And, even some of the most successful new products get overhyped and oversold.
That’s the subject of this week’s Monday morning editorial: the most overhyped products of 2010. Here’s my list.
Higher Ground Leaders Forum - Leading in the ER
Ken Byler shares some great leadership nuggets as witnessed from his own experience over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Ken is a partner and senior consultant with Higher Ground Consulting Group, LLC, a company that works with leaders who want to be inspiring and organizations that embrace them. He regularly leads seminars and training events locally and nationally. He is a contributing author to a family business book published in 2007. With more than 30 years of business experience, Ken is known for his ability to make learning fun and practical so that it gets results.
You can follow Ken on Twitter @kenbyler
U.S. Seizes Sites Linked to Copyright Infringement | thedailybrainstorm.com
By Xeno
Steven Musil – The U.S. government has launched a major crackdown on online copyright infringement, seizing dozens of sites linked to illegal file sharing and counterfeit goods.
Torrent sites that link to illegal copies of music and movie files and sites that sell counterfeit goods were seized this week by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement division of the Department of Homeland Security. Visitors to such sites as Torrent-finder.com, 2009jerseys.com, and Dvdcollects.com found that their usual sites had been replaced by a message that said, “This domain name has been seized by ICE–Homeland Security Investigations, pursuant to a seizure warrant issued by a United States District Court.”
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Great poem to start a Monday! With special thanks to @iOasis YES YOU CAN!
If you think you are beaten, you are,
If you think you dare not, you don't.
If you like to win, but you think you can't,
It is almost certain you won't.
If you think you'll lose, you're lost,
For out in the world we find,
Success begins with a fellow's will.
It's all in the state of mind.
If you think you are outclassed, you are,
You've got to think high to rise,
You've got to be sure of yourself before
You can ever win a prize.
Life's battles don't always go
To the stronger or faster man.
But soon or late the man who wins,
Is the man who thinks he can.
BELIEVE really BELIEVE!
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