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ZDNet Dictionary Definition
- Threat
- The danger of an attack on a computer system. See threat management, blended threat and risk assessment.
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- Panda Global Protection 2009 2.0 (Windows)
- Panda Global Protection 2009 protects you from viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers, online fraud, identity theft and all other Internet threats. Thanks to the improved Collective Intelligence Technology, the solution is now much faster than previous versions. You will also have at your disposal Tech Support 24h-365d, 24h-SOS service and the...
- Tags: Protection, Threat, Microsoft Windows, Panda Security, Panda Global Protection 2009, Rootkits, Identity Theft, Cyberthreats, Internet, Litigation, Spyware, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Security, Business Operations
- Software downloads 2009-06-25
- Panda Global Protection 2010 3.0 (Windows)
- Panda Global Protection 2010 protects you from viruses, spyware, rootkits, hackers, online fraud, identity theft and all other Internet threats. Thanks to the improved Collective Intelligence Technology, the solution is much faster than previous versions. You will also have at your disposal Tech Support 24h-365d, 24h-SOS service and the daily...
- Tags: Protection, Threat, Microsoft Windows, Panda Security, Panda Global Protection 2010, Rootkits, Identity Theft, Cyberthreats, Internet, Litigation, Spyware, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Security, Business Operations
- Software downloads 2009-06-24
- Trend Smart Surfing 1.0 (Mac)
- Trend Smart Surfing for Mac protects your identity and personal data from malicious threats when you shop, bank, or surf online. Enjoy online freedom with the built-in protection of Trend Smart Surfing, which blocks IM and email links that lead to dangerous websites, protects against phishing scams that can trick...
- Tags: Apple Macintosh, Trend Micro Inc., IM, Threat, Web Site, Web Site Development, Web Technology, Cyberthreats, Instant Messaging, Phishing, Viruses And Worms, Security, Internet, Online Communications, Spam And Phishing
- Software downloads 2009-06-10
- Pushdo / Cutwail: A Study of the Pushdo / Cutwail Botnet
- The Pushdo botnet has been with it since January 2007. The botnet is also known as Pandex or Cutwail. Not only is Pushdo responsible for a huge amount of spam activity, it also is one of the primary conduits for other criminal gangs to spread their malware creations. As a...
- Tags: Trend Micro Inc., Threat, Malware, Botnet, Pushdo Component, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Viruses And Worms, Security
- White papers 2009-05-22
- School Safety and Soundness - What About Cyber Security Events?
- In this Information and Technology Age, it is everyone's duty to prepare for all of the threats that can impact the students. This preparation should include the very thing that has impacted the students most over the past two decades - technology. This particular mission isn't about educating students on...
- Tags: Student, Threat, Cybersecurity, Reclamere, Security
- White papers 2009-05-15
- Symantec: Malicious Code Activity Spiked in 2008
- As malicious code continues to grow at a record pace, attackers are shifting away from the mass distribution of a few threats to the micro-distribution of millions of distinct threats. Moreover, these cybercriminals are intent upon distributing threats that steal confidential information, particularly bank account credentials and credit card data.
- Tags: Malicious Code, Symantec Corp., Credit Card, Threat, Security, Financial Services, Sales Channel, Sales
- White papers 2009-05-12
- AVG: Protecting Your Computer From Tomorrow's Threats Today
- Security used to be a straightforward matter. E-mail was the primary attack vector and simply installing an anti-virus product and exercising caution when opening attachments mitigated the majority of threats. When a system did become infected, the consequences were not usually particularly dire; inconvenience and data loss were the most...
- Tags: Antivirus, Threat, Attack Vector, Computer, AVG Technologies, Security, Viruses And Worms
- White papers 2009-04-02
- Security Threats: A Guide for Small and Medium Businesses
- Security in small and medium-sized businesses is more than just preventing viruses and blocking spam. In 2009, cybercrime is expected to increase as criminals attempt to exploit weaknesses in systems and in people. This paper aims to give managers, analysts, administrators and operators in small and medium-sized businesses a snapshot...
- Tags: GFI Software Ltd., Threat, Small And Medium Business, Smb/Sme, Security
- White papers 2009-03-05
- New Web Threats for 2009
- Email threats such as spam are well known, but there's another major entry point into your network, the Web! As companies have become more adept at stopping email threats, cyber-criminals have discovered new ways to infiltrate corporate networks through the Internet. Uncover the newest Web-based threats targeting businesses and learn...
- Tags: Web, Threat, E-mail, Channel Management, Online Communications, Marketing
- White papers 2009-02-01
- NETGEAR In-The-Cloud Distributed SpamAnalysis Technology: Network Based Protection Against Email-Borne Threats
- Over the past few years, email has emerged as the primary vector for an array of computer threats such as spam, viruses, Trojans, and phishing attacks. With the capability to mass-mail on a global scale, attackers broadcast an average of 40,000 computer security threats each day ? 15 million each...
- Tags: Network, Threat, NetGear, Computer, Productivity, Help Desk, Home Networking, Cyberthreats, Call Centers, Security, Viruses And Worms, It Operations, Networking, Personal Technology
- White papers 2009-01-13
- Top 9 Network Security Threats of 2009 and How You Can Protect Your Organization
- The presenter of this webcast explores the most prevalent threats to the network in 2009 and the steps one can take to mitigate the most risk. The attendee will see that layers of protection within the network can control the threat exposure and provide a strong defense against the latest...
- Tags: Network, Network Security, Threat, Perimeter eSecurity, Networking, Security
- Webcasts 2009-01-13
- Imprivata OneSign Release 4.1: A Platform Overview
- Over the past decade, most organizations have focused their IT security efforts on protecting and defending the network perimeter from the threat of anonymous hackers determined to compromise data and disrupt their systems - and for the most part, investments in this area have largely mitigated these threats. Today, the...
- Tags: Threat, Imprivata, Litigation, Asset Management, Security, Strategy, Networking, Business Operations, Operational Planning, Management
- White papers 2008-12-01
- Strength and Simplicity: Integrated Multi-Threat Protection for Mid-Size Business
- Managing security for a mid-size business involves hard choices. With the proliferation of blended threats, spyware, phishing attacks, and pervasive web-based threats, it's no longer sufficient to simply deploy basic desktop security software. Organizations need to defend themselves against a complex barrage of sophisticated internal and external threats that can...
- Tags: Trend Micro Inc., Threat, Phishing, Cyberthreats, Security, Financial Accounting, Viruses And Worms, Spam And Phishing, Finance
- White papers 2008-11-01
- Guide to Using Network IPS to Protect Against Next-Generation Cyber Threats
- Network security threats are on the rise as cyber criminals continue to develop innovative ways to use compromised computers for their own personal gain. Organizations should understand the likely evolution of the threat landscape and develop an appropriate security strategy to address these evolving threats. This paper discusses how network...
- Tags: Network, Threat, Preventia, Network Security Threat, Top Layer Intrusion Prevention Systems 5500 E-Series, Intrusion Prevention, Networking, Network Security, Security
- White papers 2008-11-01
- Hard questions at the heart of open source security
- The question becomes, are these semi-bad guys tough enough to pose an enormous threat, and is this threat offset by the fact that semi-good guys can address it? by Dana Blankenhorn
- Tags: Security, Threat, Open Source, Dana Blankenhorn
- Blog posts 2008-10-28
- Webcast: Web Threats Don't Discriminate - Large and Small IT Departments Need to be Equally Prepared
- Yesterday's defenses are no longer effective in the fight against today's sophisticated Web threats. The shift from viruses and worms to exploited legitimate sites, more unique pieces of malware, and the growth of social networking sites are forcing businesses to put up new defenses. These types of attacks do not...
- Tags: Web, Webcast, Information Technology, Threat, Malware, Ironport Systems Inc., Cyberthreats, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Channel Management, Viruses And Worms, Security, Marketing
- Webcasts 2008-10-21
- Red Condor Helps ISP Battle Email Threats
- More than 25,000 households and businesses in North West Minnesota rely upon Arvig Communication Systems for voice, video, and Internet services. Arvig, like many Internet Service Providers, has seen the threat of spam and other email-based threats continue to grow and evolve. To battle these threats and protect its customers'...
- Tags: Threat, Red Condor, E-mail, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), Cyberthreats, Security, Networking, Online Communications, Internet
- Case studies 2008-10-15
- Top five strategies for combating modern threats: Is anti-virus dead?
- Today's fast, targeted, silent threats take advantage of the open network and new technologies that support an increasingly mobile workforce. Organizations need innovative approaches to protect the web, email servers and endpoint. This paper discusses the security implications of modern threats, analyzes where emerging technologies can add real value, and...
- Tags: Strategy, Antivirus, Sophos Plc., Threat, Malware, Workforce, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Recruitment & Selection, Workforce Management, Payroll Solutions, Viruses And Worms, Security, Human Resources
- White papers 2008-10-01
- Biorhythm Calculator 2009 1.1 (Windows)
- Chart, analyze, and compare your biorhythms to discover your good and bad days, avoid threats, and achieve goals in professional new software using latest technology. This biorhythms application is ideal for making personal forecasts and biorhythm charts. It supports 15 built-in cycles, amongst which are: physical, emotional, intellectual, intuitive, mastery,...
- Tags: Threat, BinaryMark, Microsoft Windows, Tools & Techniques, Operating Systems, Software, Management
- Software downloads 2008-09-25
- Wireless Network Security: Vulnerabilities, Threats and Countermeasures
- Wireless networking provides many advantages, but it also coupled with new security threats and alters the organization's overall information security risk profile. Although implementation of technological solutions is the usual respond to wireless security threats and vulnerabilities, wireless security is primarily a management issue. Effective management of the threats associated...
- Tags: Vulnerability, Threat, Wireless Network, Wireless Security, Wireless, Wi-Fi, Wireless And Mobility
- White papers 2008-07-01

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