DIY: Using trust to secure embedded projects
This talk from Shmoocon 2013 provides a DIY guide to using Trusted Computing on embedded devices. The authors introduce a low-cost schematic using Atmel’s CryptoModule …
Tips for avoiding tax scams
As the April 15 deadline for tax filing draws near, the Center for Internet Security (CIS) helps users recognize tax-related scams and better defend against them. Findings …
Blocking zero-day application exploits: A new approach for APT prevention
Cybercriminals continue to develop new methods to bypass security controls in order to install malware on corporate endpoints. The recently discovered advanced persistent …
Defending the Internet at scale
A decade ago, engineers tackled the C10K scalability problems that prevented servers from handling more than 10,000 concurrent connections. This problem was solved by fixing …
Armor for your Android apps
This defensive security talk from Shmoocon 2013 is primarily targeted towards Android developers. The speaker shares “war stories” of Android vulnerabilities and …
SCADA security
Amol Sarwate is the Director of Vulnerability Labs at Qualys. In this video, recorded at RSA Conference 2013, Sarwate introduces SCADA security.
Microsoft releases privacy and security guide for policy makers
Microsoft released the third volume of its popular policymaker booklet, Building Global Trust Online, which includes considerations and guidance for a number of new …
Ideas for deterring cyber espionage attacks
There has been much talk about whether the cyber espionage attacks should be considered acts of war, and about what can be done to prevent them. Retaliation being hard to …
The Phoenix Project: A Novel About IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win
As I've always worked at small companies, I've been fascinated by the politics and problems experienced by those working for larger organizations. Surviving and thriving in …
Top April Fools’ Day hoaxes throughout history
April Fools’ Day is a time for practical jokes, hoaxes and laughs. However, it’s important to understand that April Fools’ Day is also an ample opportunity …
Computer forensic examiners are from Mars, attorneys are from Venus
The outcome of high stakes investigations and litigation can often depend on the evidence uncovered through computer forensic investigation. That fact highlights the critical …
Attacking SCADA wireless systems
Leased lines are recurring costs throughout the power grid. The bottom line demands the use of wireless solutions where possible. Dare we? We already do. The video below, …
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