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Net Threats: Internet Openness in Danger

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Reflecting the increasing attention paid to information security by many Americans, Pew Research recently conducted a large study, “ Net Threats ”, to identify important trends among technology experts’ opinions and predictions regarding the future of digital security.

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Microsoft did door-to-door router replacements to stop Trickbot malware

The Verge

Microsoft says it’s gone door-to-door replacing routers compromised with the Trickbot malware in Brazil and Latin America, hoping to squash an international hacking group. The Daily Beast reported the detail in an article about the group, which is an ongoing target for US Cyber Command as well as information security companies like Microsoft.

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Invincea Names Former Verizon Terremark CISO as Chief Operating Officer

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He most recently served as the chief operating officer for the Terremark Federal Group (part of Verizon) as well as the CISO of the cloud computing division of Verizon, Verizon Terremark. Managing operational growth in any market requires an iron will, and the security market amplifies the pressure exponentially,” said Laudermilch.

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Guidance Software Federal Summit 6 March 2014

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As an information security trailblazer, Mr. Bigman participated in developing security measures for Government computers well before commercial industry found the Internet. He then developed creative solutions to allow the CIA to use the Internet to further its mission without exposure. Dr. Richard Marshall, Esq.,

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The Importance of an Online Encryption Policy

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Once your computer or mobile device is connected to the Internet, there’s no guarantee of protection and safety of your personal files, whether you’re using it as a consumer or a corporate user. Files – files that are stored and shared within the on premise or in the cloud environment that are transmitted via Internet.

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Breaking Down User Activity Monitoring Tools: Security and HR Perspectives

SecureWorld News

This agent gathers data about the user's actions, such as keystrokes, mouse clicks, application usage, and internet activity. The information is sent to a server for analysis. From an information security department's perspective, the more data collected on employee actions, the more effectively potential incidents can be investigated.

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Symantec Government Symposium 11 March 2014 at the Renaissance Hotel Washington DC

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Chuck McGann , Corporate Information Security Officer, USPS. Richard Naylor , Deputy Director for CyberSecurity Operations, Defense Security Service, DOD. Ray Letteer , Chief, Cybersecurity Division & Senior Information Assurance Official, USMC. Session D-1: Managing the Threat Lifecycle. – 3:40 p.m.

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