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Cloud Distribution brings SystemFlip's continuous backup and disaster recovery to channel partners

1 Cloud Distribution brings SystemFlip's continuous backup and disaster recovery to channel partners

Cloud Distribution has announced a distribution agreement with SystemFlip bringing channel partners a solution to a universal data protection challenge.

Anonymity in Bitcoin, Frost & Sullivan analyses cryptography and security issues concerning Bitcoin

2 Anonymity in Bitcoin, Frost & Sullivan analyses cryptography and security issues concerning Bitcoin

Vijay Michalik, Research Analyst for Digital Transformation at Frost & Sullivan, analyses cryptography and security issues concerning Bitcoin.

Resilient Systems enhances Incident Response Platform through strategic integrations with IBM and HP

3 Resilient Systems enhances Incident Response Platform through strategic integrations with IBM and HP

Resilient Systems, the incident response (IR) solutions provider, has announced the release of version 24 of its award-winning Incident Response Platform (IRP).

Roke becomes founding member of GCHQ-supported Cyber Security Academy

4 Roke becomes founding member of GCHQ-supported Cyber Security Academy

The University of Southampton has launched a new Cyber Security Academy, which will be announced at the IA15 event in London, hosted by GCHQ.

Blue Coat delivers complete cloud security solution with acquisition of Elastica

5 Blue Coat delivers complete cloud security solution with acquisition of Elastica

Blue Coat Systems, Inc., a market leader in enterprise security, has agreed to acquire Elastica, Inc. for US$280 million.

British intelligence seeks next generation of cyber specialists

6 British intelligence seeks next generation of cyber specialists

In today's increasingly connected world, GCHQ, MI5 and MI6 are putting far greater focus on growing their own technical specialists and are searching for technically-minded Apprentices.

Sweden’s Elastx selects Arbor Networks to protect its Cloud infrastructure and customers from DDoS attacks

7 Sweden’s Elastx selects Arbor Networks to protect its Cloud infrastructure and customers from DDoS attacks

Arbor Networks Inc., the security division of Netscout, has entered into an agreement with Sweden's Elastx, an independent IT services and cloud platform provider, to enable Elastx to deliver distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) protection to its customers.

Westcoast strengthens CSP portfolio with eFolder’s Cloudfinder service and Cirius

8 Westcoast strengthens CSP portfolio with eFolder’s Cloudfinder service and Cirius

Westcoast has announced that the business has partnered with two new vendors to offer even more services as part of its Cloud product offering. eFolder's Cloudfinder and Cirius are both welcome additions to the already robust offering that Westcoast provides as part of its CSP program.

Retailers want covert IP CCTV and mobile access to footage according to new report

9 Retailers want covert IP CCTV and mobile access to footage according to new report

According to the latest annual Centre for Retail Research (CRR) survey into the use of CCTV in retail – commissioned by Axis Communications, the global market leader in network video – 70% of retailers want to introduce covert CCTV and 66% are planning to move to mobile data access in the near future.

Centrify delivers identity management solution for NoSQL

10 Centrify delivers identity management solution for NoSQL

Centrify Corporation has announced the expansion of its big data security solution with support for NoSQL.

Computer Security

Computer security is the protection of computer systems and information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It is a broad field that encompasses a wide range of topics, including:

  • Network security: This is the protection of computer networks from unauthorized access or attack. It includes things like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security policies.
  • Application security: This is the protection of software applications from vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. It includes things like code review, penetration testing, and security testing.
  • Data security: This is the protection of sensitive data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. It includes things like encryption, access control, and data backups.
  • Operational security: This is the protection of computer systems from threats that arise from human error or negligence. It includes things like user training, incident response procedures, and security awareness.

Cybersecurity

Cyber security is the practice of protecting computer systems and networks from digital attacks. These cyberattacks are usually aimed at accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information; extorting money from users via ransomware; or interrupting normal business processes.

There are many different types of cyber security threats, but some of the most common include:

  • Malware: Malware is software that is designed to harm a computer system. Malware can take many forms, including viruses, worms, trojans, and ransomware.
  • Phishing: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack that involves sending emails or text messages that appear to be from a legitimate source. The goal of phishing is to trick the recipient into clicking on a malicious link or providing personal information.
  • Data breaches: A data breach is an incident in which sensitive data is exposed to unauthorized individuals. Data breaches can occur due to a variety of factors, including hacking, human error, and system vulnerabilities.

Cyber security is a critical issue for businesses of all sizes. In today's digital world, businesses rely on their computer systems and networks to operate. A cyber attack can have a devastating impact on a business, including financial losses, reputational damage, and loss of customer trust.

Cyber security is an ongoing challenge, but by taking steps to protect themselves, businesses can help to mitigate the risks of cyber attacks.

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