Software and application security
Get advice on software application security. Here you'll find information on software vulnerability and threat management, application attacks, software security tools, application firewalls, software patching and more.
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Software and application security News
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July 12, 2017
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Jul'17
Windows NTLM fix addressed in July 2017 Patch Tuesday
Client-side security takes the forefront in Microsoft's July 2017 Patch Tuesday, which includes a fix for legacy Windows NTLM authentication processes.
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July 11, 2017
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Android Samba app from Google only uses broken SMBv1
Experts said the new Android Samba app from Google supported only unsafe SMBv1 despite susceptibility to WannaCry exploits and unclear demand from users.
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June 14, 2017
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More Windows XP fixes in June Patch Tuesday release
Microsoft's June 2017 Patch Tuesday saw another set of Windows XP fixes released in order to secure systems against leaked NSA cyberweapons.
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June 09, 2017
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Microsoft accused of blocking independent antivirus competition
News roundup: Kaspersky files a complaint against Microsoft's handling of independent antivirus software for Windows 10. Plus, hackers use Instagram to spread malware, and more.
Software and application security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Cybersecurity governance falls short amid rising security budgets
Companies still struggle to adapt risk management strategies to face modern threats, but maturing their cybersecurity governance processes is a step in the right direction. Continue Reading
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Introduction to automated enterprise patch management software
Patch management software keeps enterprises better protected by automating the delivery of operating systems and application updates. See how it can help your business. Continue Reading
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Introduction to Social Media Investigation: A Hands-on Approach
In this excerpt from chapter four of Introduction to Social Media Investigation: A Hands-on Approach, author Jennifer Golbeck discusses privacy controls on social media. Continue Reading
Evaluate Software and application security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Select the best patch management software for your company
Patch management software enables businesses to prioritize and automatically update systems so that their assets remain secure. See which best fits your infosec strategy. Continue Reading
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Read this roundup before investing in a patch management tool
With so many different vendors in the market, it isn't easy to pick the right patch management tool. Read this product roundup to see which is best for your company. Continue Reading
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Discover the best patch management software for your business
Keeping your applications updated and patched is essential for company security. Patch management software can help you do that efficiently, but which one is best for you? Continue Reading
Manage Software and application security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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To secure Office 365, take advantage of controls Microsoft offers
Securing Office 365 properly requires addressing upfront any specific risks of a particular environment and taking advantage of the many security controls Microsoft offers. Continue Reading
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Totally automatic: Improve DevOps and security in three key steps
Concerned about DevOps security? Learn three key steps to embedding security into the software development process, including how to improve automation. Continue Reading
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Ways to adapt to Microsoft patching changes
Microsoft's switch to rollup patching makes it imperative for administrators to streamline the update process for Windows Server systems. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Software and application security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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WordPress REST API flaw: How did it lead to widespread attacks?
A REST API endpoint vulnerability enabled attacks on 1.5 million sites running WordPress. Expert Michael Cobb explains how this vulnerability works and how to prevent attacks. Continue Reading
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Incorporating static source code analysis into security testing
Static source code analysis, along with dynamic analysis and pen testing, can help strengthen your application security. Expert Kevin Beaver goes over the features to look out for. Continue Reading
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Heartbleed vulnerability: Why does it persist on so many services?
The Heartbleed flaw still impacts almost 200,000 services connected to the internet. Expert Nick Lewis explains why these services remain unpatched and vulnerable. Continue Reading