Security

Securing the cloud

* Service creates a single Web application portal that combines strong authentication and single sign-on for Web applications

State of the CSO: Security’s Influence Grows; Will It Last?

Exclusive 2009 State of the CSO research shows the importance of risk management continues to rise, though challenges remain

Spam drops 15% after FTC pulls plug on rogue ISP

Hits top-three botnet Pushdo/Cutwail hard; researchers expect spam rebound

Microsoft sets record with huge Windows, IE, Office update

Patches 31 vulnerabilities, including bug used in Pwn2Own hacking contest to break IE8

10 things you didn’t know about cyberwarfare

2009 Top Urban Legends in IT Security

Consensus metrics for information security

* Mich Kabay goes through the Center for Internet Security's metrics

China demands new PCs have Web site-blocking program

The move raised concern that government moves to contain online porn could also target other content

Social Engineering: The Fine Art of BS, Face to Face

Social Engineering: 5 Security Holes at the Office