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ZDNet Dictionary Definition
- Threat Management
- An umbrella term for the computer security and information security programs instituted within an organization. See computer security, information security, risk assessment and integrated threat management.
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- PCI Requirements Mapping: BorderWare Security Platform Secure Content & Threat Management Platform
- In a business environment where daily media reports of consumer data loss are on the rise and PCI compliance audits are placing increasing pressure on organizations to implement tools and strategies for data loss prevention, businesses can no longer afford to ignore data security. According to The Ponemon Institute, the...
- Tags: Security, Data Loss, Borderware Technologies Inc., WatchGuard Technologies, Threat Management, PCI, Storage, Hardware
- White papers 2009-09-01
- The FactPoint Group: 12 Ways Unified Threat Management Firewalls Are Driving Security Consolidation
- Just as virtualization has boosted server consolidation in data centers, so too are technology changes spurring consolidation of single-application security appliances on corporate networks Instead of one appliance per application, security consolidation aggregates multiple interconnected security applications on a single piece of hardware. This super-appliance goes by the name of...
- Tags: Security Appliance, Consolidation, SonicWall, Threat Management, Security
- White papers 2009-07-01
- The Pressing Need for an Adaptive Threat Management Architecture
- No organization would purposefully create a network that can't meet business demands, but this may happen by proxy - as a result of poor and increasingly ineffective network security. Logic dictates then that sub-par network security could be the difference between business prosperity and failure. This paper concludes that past...
- Tags: Network, Enterprise Strategy Group, Threat Management, Networking, Security
- White papers 2009-03-01
- Increasing Cyber Security Readiness With Adaptive Threat Management: Essential Insights for Strengthening the Federal Response to Cyber Attacks
- The U.S. Federal Government depends on the vast array of systems and networks in cyberspace to support all aspects of their operations. Unfortunately, this dependence on cyberspace leaves agencies vulnerable to cyber attacks. Threats are growing in number and sophistication, originating from both domestic and foreign sources and encompassing intentional...
- Tags: Juniper Networks Inc., Cyberattack, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, U.S. Federal Government, Security, Hacking
- White papers 2009-03-01
- Defending the Mobile Enterprise: Overcoming Security Challenges and Evaluating Wireless Threat Management Solutions
- This white paper identifies wireless-enabled security threats to corporate IT infrastructure and explains how laptops and other mobile devices can become an open door to enterprise networks and data. By introducing the necessary components of a comprehensive wireless threat management strategy, this paper details the immediate actions IT managers can...
- Tags: Security, Mobile, Information Technology, Threat Management, Wireless, AirPatrol, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility, Strategy, Management
- White papers 2009-02-21
- Making Threat Management More Manageable
- Human factors, often unaccounted for and masked by IDS products, and operations in the trenches, can create holes in intelligence coverage and performance gaps in incident operations. But, what role, in these modern integrated IT security times, does IDS plan in the great scheme of things? This webcast will help...
- Tags: Performance, Reed Elsevier Inc., Threat Management, Performance Management, Security, Human Resources, Workforce Management
- Webcasts 2008-11-18
- Threat Management: Virtual Worlds
- As companies adopt telecommuting and workers become more mobile, work PCs are increasingly used for various non-work related activities. These activities expose employees to myriad online threats, and when the computer connects to company networks, the threats can increase corporate risk as well. The increasing popularity of virtual worlds and...
- Tags: Virtual World, Threat, Threat Management
- White papers 2008-10-01
- Threat Management: Focus on Malicious URLs
- At the heart of many Web threats today is the seemingly innocuous URL in an email. Called a "Malicious URL" by cyber security experts, this link can lead to a range of unwanted eventualities. Enticed to click on these malicious links by persuasive social engineering, users are unknowingly succumbing to...
- Tags: Technique, Trend Micro Inc., Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Productivity, Security
- White papers 2008-10-01
- Threat Management Solution
- This paper provides users with the information necessary to create a plan for deploying the Threat Management Solution to their network environment. More specifically, this paper discusses network topology considerations, network traffic considerations, network growth considerations, and Threat Management Solution component placement. This paper also provides systematic instructions on how...
- Tags: Security, Network, Threat Management, Networking
- White papers 2008-09-01
- WatchGuard eXtensible Threat Management: An overview of XTM
- Unified threat management UTM spawned a new era of IT security. The promise of these integrated security appliances proved to be an exceptional and efficient way of securing commercial networks. However, businesses today face an inflection point, dictated by changing market trends and new technologies that demand more of today's...
- Tags: Network, WatchGuard Technologies, Threat Management, XTM
- White papers 2008-07-01
- National Spam Threat Management: With Case Studies of Spam Incidents Analysis
- Spam in today's globally interconnected world has gone far beyond the nuisance in end users' mailboxes. It consumes significant network bandwidth, server resources, and management man power, raising many other complex problems. It is increasingly used as an infection vector for malware and social engineering attacks. This paper introduces the...
- Tags: Social Engineering, Threat Management, Analysis, Korea Information Security Agency
- White papers 2008-06-26
- Accelerating Unified Threat Management With Specialized Hardware
- The "Security Versus Performance" dilemma has been alleviated by advancements in unified threat management architecture. Many IT professionals implementing network security once found, however, that placing more security controls within the network typically led to a network performance impact. The primary issue with network-based security was intensive computational overhead associated...
- Tags: Router, Network, Hardware, Threat Management, Networking, Security
- White papers 2008-06-01
- Symantec ITGRC Solution Series: "Secure Configurations for Compliance and Threat Management"
- Insider threats are a huge concern. It is essential that the controls in place support the company's policies and they are effective in minimizing or eliminating internal and external threats. Take control and implement a proactive risk-based approach to managing and securing systems and configurations.
- Tags: Symantec Corp., Compliance, Threat Management, Security
- Webcasts 2008-04-18
- Ministry of Education Gains Cost-Effective Control of IT Threats
- The Ministry of Education is responsible for the provision of education to over 2,600 state and state-integrated schools throughout New Zealand. Many schools were running with inadequate or no anti-virus software, leaving them with little protection against virus infiltration. As a result, many school computers were infected with viruses and...
- Tags: Education, School, Antivirus, Information Technology, Computer Associates International Inc., Threat Management, Virus, Ministry Of Education, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Spyware, Security
- Case studies 2007-11-05
- Banque Misr Safeguards Profitability and Reputation With Improved Threat Management
- Banque Misr provides corporate, retail and Islamic banking services in Egypt. To help its corporate customers grow their businesses, the bank wants to be able to offer not only excellent financial services but also collaboration and development opportunities. With its IT systems and customer data at increased risk from viruses...
- Tags: Computer Associates International Inc., Threat Management, Virus, Banque Misr, Cyberthreats, Banking, Viruses And Worms, Security, Financial Services
- Case studies 2007-11-01
- Filling More Than 3 Million Orders Per Year, Securely and Reliably, With Help From Symantec Solutions
- Grupo Martins, the leading Brazilian wholesaler, needed to maintain open email and Internet communications within its distribution network of employees, contractors, suppliers, and customers. Spam, however, was overwhelming the email system, while viruses and other malware threatened to disrupt business. The company called on Symantec for a comprehensive set of...
- Tags: Symantec Corp., Threat Management, E-mail, Security, Online Communications
- Case studies 2007-10-03
- Unified Threat Management Appliances and Identity-Based Security: The Next Level in Network Security
- Enterprises, regardless of size, are increasingly realizing that their computer systems are vulnerable to as many security threats from within the company as from without. These insider threats lead to security loopholes created out of user ignorance and malicious intent with unauthorized access, leading to loss of data confidentiality, bandwidth...
- Tags: Network, Network Security, Threat Management, Identity, International Data Group, Attack, Security
- White papers 2007-09-01
- Protecting Endpoint Systems Using Threat Management Solutions
- Viruses and spyware are the main threats to computer security and user productivity. These types of threats are distributed in different ways and have different effects. For these reasons, effective malware protection requires integrated tools that include technologies to counter both viral and non-viral attacks. CA Threat Manager combines CA...
- Tags: Computer Associates International Inc., Threat Management, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Spyware, Viruses And Worms, Security
- White papers 2007-07-13
- The CA Threat Management Solutions
- Businesses are critically dependent upon their IT systems and failure to counter threats to IT systems can not only result in damage to network, systems and data, but can also affect the reputation of your business. Threats to computer systems affect both system security and productivity. Viruses and spyware are...
- Tags: Computer Associates International Inc., Threat Management, CA Threat Management Solutions, Viruses And Worms, Security
- White papers 2007-07-10
- UTM (Unified Threat Management)
- Bulwark System SecuraNET is a complete, integrated UTM product. The SecuraNET UTM is a security appliance which is placed at the point where the Internet connects to the organization's network - the perimeter. It protects and secures the network eliminating the Internet perils - even from inbound and outbound traffic...
- Tags: Network, Threat Management, Bulwark Systems, Bulwark System SecuraNET, SecuraNET UTM, Internet, Networking
- White papers 2007-05-18
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