Monthly Archives: August 2011

Cyber Security Tip ST06-001 – Understanding Hidden Threats: Rootkits and Botnets

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Robert Santuci

National Cyber Alert System Cyber Security Tip ST06-001 Understanding Hidden Threats: Rootkits and Botnets Attackers are continually finding new ways to access computer systems. The use of hidden methods such as rootkits and botnets has increased, and you may be … Continue reading →

Posted in Anti-Virus, Computer Security, Computers and Internet, Internet, Software, Technology, Virus | Tagged , | Leave a comment

OUCH! | August 2011 – Updating Your Software

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Robert Santuci

OUCH! | August 2011 IN THIS ISSUE… • Overview• Operating Systems• Applications• Browser Plug-ins Updating Your Software GUEST EDITOR Mike Poor is the guest editor for this issue of OUCH! He isa senior security analyst for the consulting firm InGuardiansInc. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

OUCH! | July 2011–Understanding Encryption

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Robert Santuci

OUCH! | July 2011 IN THIS ISSUE… • What is Encryption?• Encrypting Stored Information• Encrypting Information In Transit• Best Practices and Caveats Understanding Encryption GUEST EDITOR Fred Kerby is the guest editor for this issue of OUCH! He recently retired … Continue reading →

Posted in Computer Security | Tagged | Leave a comment

Cyber Security Tip ST04-024 – Understanding ISPs

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Robert Santuci

             Cyber Security Tip ST04-024               Understanding ISPs    ISPs offer services like email and internet access. In addition to   availability, you may want to consider other factors so that you find an ISP   that supports all of your needs. … Continue reading →

Posted in Computer Security, Computers and Internet, Internet, Technology | Tagged , | Leave a comment