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Context-Aware Security Service in RFID/USN Environments Using MAUT and Extended GRBAC

This paper proposes a context-aware security service providing multiple authentications and authorization from a Security Level which is decided dynamically in a context-aware environment. It helps developers build secure services efficiently. A security service in a dynamic environment uses Multi-Attribute Utility Theory and extended Generalized Role-Based Access Control. The system...

Tags: Aware, Dynamic Publishers, Security Service, Security

White papers 2007-11-29

Symantec aims for fall debut of security service

Symantec aims for fall debut of security serviceProtection money racket ...PMR, will be the next big thing in the windows world, M$ is doing it, AOL plans to do it, Symantec, Macaffee, ........STOP BEING A SUCKER!!!!Get a Mac, Jack!These bozos can't get their old scheme working 'all-the-time'can't hold out hope...

Tags: Symantec Corp., security service, security

Discussion threads 2006-06-21

Microsoft launches its security service

CNET's Robert Vamosi looks at OneCareWindows Live OneCare provides a mini-IT department for those who want a managed service to provide virus protection, anti-spyware and firewalls. It is the first of many managed online security services to debut this year. Offerings from Symantec, McAfee and other established security vendors are...

Tags: security

Videos 2006-05-31

Symantec builds double-clad security service

Symantec builds double-clad security serviceAs usualSymantec is one step ahead of the competition. They may not have to best product in all categories, but they react well to industry needs and get a leg up on the competition.

Tags: Symantec Corp., security service, security

Discussion threads 2004-11-06

Additional Resources

EyeWonder malware incident affects popular web sites

EyeWonder malware incident affects popular web sitesRE: EyeWonder malware incident affects popular web sitesFrom what I know, it affected some versions of Chrome and Firefox, so if using other browsers on Mac or Linux such as Safari, or Firefox 3.5 which would silently block the Javascript, then it won't be...

Tags: Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, Web site development, Viruses and worms, Web technology, Web browsers, SECURITY, Google Inc., EyeWonder, malware incident, subdomain, malware, popular web site, Web site, Web

Discussion threads 2009-07-03

iPhone executes SMS binary code as root

iPhone executes SMS binary code as rootNo, iPhone is NOT UNIX basedWe all know that OS X [b]is[/b] UNIX certified.We also know that iPhone OS [b]is[/b] OS X.Therefore, iPhone OS isn't just UNIX based, it [b]is[/b] UNIX.Therefore, it is immune to all malware.At least I think that is how the...

Tags: Text messaging/SMS/MMS, Telephony, Smart phones, Operating systems, Apple iPhone, Apple Inc., Unix, SMS, binary code, iPhone OS, Miller

Discussion threads 2009-07-02

Facebook - Snatching Defeat From the Jaws of Victory?

What on earth are Facebook doing? Imagine going into a stationery store and buying a Filofax personal organizer and then over time filling it with personal contacts info, photos and notes. You come home one night and it's no longer...

Tags: Facebook, Security, Oliver Marks

Blog posts 2009-07-02

Manchester City Council pays $2.4m in Conficker clean up costs

How severe can the impact of the Conficker worm be on a single city council that has apparently not implemented basic security solutions in place? Pretty severe according to a recently released a report entitled "Service interruption resulting from ICT disruption in February 2009" which details the...

Tags: Infection, Patch Management, Worm, Conficker, Cyberthreats, Security, Patches, Viruses And Worms, Dancho Danchev

Blog posts 2009-07-02

R-Crypto Disk Security 1.5 (Windows)

R-Crypto is an easy-to-use disk encryption software to protect confidential information and personal data on a desktop, notebook, or a removable data storage device against unauthorized access. R-Crypto creates virtual disks virtual data storage devices encrypted on-the-fly. Such virtual disk is an ordinary file stored on any data storage device...

Tags: Data Storage, Disk, R-Crypto, Data Storage Device, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2009-07-02

Survey: 45% of IT departments will move to Windows 7; 43% refuse to migrate off Windows XP

Survey: 45% of IT departments will move to Windows 7; 43% refuse to migrate off Windows XPPenny wise, pound foolish.XP is unsecurable. Enterprise AV, all the tools, etc, it is fundamentally broken. All these enterprises deal with constant and unrelenting security threats. It really has no place...

Tags: Operating systems, survey, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 7

Discussion threads 2009-07-01

PC OEMs: Please Cut the Crap!

Buying a new PC from one of the Tier 1 OEMs can often be a frustrating exercise in crapware removal. My Tuesday morning started like this. Phone rings. 9AM. Hey Jason, uh, it's Christine. Javi just booted up the laptop...

Tags: Dell Computer Corp., Costco, PC, OEM, Intuit QuickBooks, Laptop Computer, Desktops, Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Jason Perlow

Blog posts 2009-07-01

Why Windows 7 should be free

Why Windows 7 should be freeAm I the only one who had zero problems with Vista?This issue has been debated thoroughly across zdnet, so I have no desire to rehash it. But I am still not convinced that Vista's problems are systemic...and I think they are more a PR issue....

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2009-07-01

SecureBackup 3.1.3468 (Windows)

Unlimited Online Backup: Don't lose your precious family photos, e-mail, or critical business data. Backup your music collection, videos, and other important documents with our fully automated and secure online backup solution. With SecureBackup, you don't need a flash drive, an external hard-drive, or a DVD burner to backup your...

Tags: Online Backup, Microsoft Windows, SecureBackup, SecureBackup Service, File Verification, Backups

Software downloads 2009-07-01

Advanced SystemCare Pro 3.3.4 (Windows)

Advanced SystemCare Pro formerly Advanced WinodwsCare Professional provides an always-on, automated, all-in-one PC Healthcare Service with anti-spyware, privacy protection, performance tune-ups, and system cleaning capabilities. This powerful and award-winning precision tool fixes stubborn errors, cleans out clutter, optimizes Internet and download speeds, ensures personal security, and maintains maximum computer performance...

Tags: Performance, Microsoft Windows, IObit, Performance Management, Human Resources, Workforce Management

Software downloads 2009-07-01

Aloaha Smart Card Connector 3.9.98 (Windows)

Aloaha Smartcard Connector, including a Microsoft approved CSP Cryptographic Service Provider and a PKCS #11, provides native, plug & play security enhancement to Microsoft Windows operating systems and Applications.The Aloaha Smartcard Middleware supports various Smartcards such as the German Health Insurance Card, Health Professional Card, Belgium e-ID Belpic, Swiss GS1,...

Tags: Microsoft Corp., Wrocklage Intermedia, Microsoft Windows, Smart Cards, Business Services, Authentication/Encryption, Digital Security, Construction, Vertical Industries, Operating Systems, Software, Security

Software downloads 2009-07-01

Cisco Live! - CEO Chambers on Collaboration Business Value

The above video clips from my handheld Flip are from John Chambers Cisco Live! keynote address today and are specifically two edits about Cisco's strategic perspective on collaboration and Web 2.0 technologies in the enterprise. In the second edit Chambers talks about Cisco's business architectural re-engineering...

Tags: Web, Collaboration, Network, Cisco Systems Inc., Web 2.0, Internet, Oliver Marks

Blog posts 2009-06-30

Asus Wireless-N RT-N16 router offers 300Mbps throughput

ASUS on Tuesday announced the RT-N16 router, touting speed for data transfers, simplicity for usage and security. The RT-N16 offers a maximum wireless speed throughput of 300Mbps and enables 24/7 downloads to wireless clients, even when PCs are off. The router comes with...

Tags: ASUS, Security, Router, IP, Wireless, RT-N16, Network Technology, Networking, Scanners, Routers & Switches, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Hardware, Peripherals, Andrew Nusca

Blog posts 2009-06-30

Are we too impatient with SOA?

Jack Vaughan recently pondered the fate of major technology initiatives, and wondered if SOA is going down the same path as Grid and object-oriented computing. That is, it took some time for these initiatives to come to fruition, and benefits to be delivered. In the meantime, many grew too impatient...

Tags: SOA, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Web Services, Middleware, Enterprise Software, Software, Joe McKendrick

Blog posts 2009-06-29

Intel urges SMEs: Don't delay PC refresh

Intel urges SMEs: Don't delay PC refresh wow companies want you to buy stuff from them...details at 11I'd be interested in knowing how they arrived at the correlation between......older PCs and malware. I can't see why an older system would be any more likely to get malware than a brand...

Tags: SMB/SME, Cyberthreats, Intel Corp., small and medium enterprise, PC Refresh, PC

Discussion threads 2009-06-29

Web Squared: Web 2.0's Successor?

Tim O'Reilly and John Battelle discussed their vision and nomenclature for the next iteration of the web in a webinar last Thursday: I believe the recording will be available online sometime this week, slides are above. With the term 'Web 2.0' enjoying its fifth birthday...

Tags: Web, ISBN, Web 2.0, Channel Management, Internet, Marketing, Oliver Marks

Blog posts 2009-06-28