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A Firewall is a piece of hardware and/or software which functions in a networked environment to prevent some communications forbidden by the security policy, analogous to the function of firewalls in building construction. A firewall is also called a Border Protection Device (BPD), or packet filter in BSD contexts. A firewall has the basic task of controlling traffic between different zones of trust.

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The Right Tool for the Right Job: An Application Security Tools Report Card
By : Ounce Labs Published Date: Apr 01, 2008
During the 80s, war dialing and phone phreaking were the attacks that garnered all the headlines. In the 90s it was all about web defacement and the ubiquitous email virus. The last seven years have given rise to identity data theft and privacy concerns. For the past twenty years, organizations have focused on protecting the network; but in the last ten years it has become clear that the core threat is not, nor really ever was, access to the network.
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Ounce Labs
Assessing Endpoint Security Solutions- Why Detection Rates Aren't Enough
By : Sophos Plc. Published Date: Mar 04, 2008
Evaluating the performance of competing endpoint security products is a time-consuming and daunting task. Enterprise decision-makers have to rely on independent competitive comparisons, performance benchmarks, and detection certifications, all covering different solutions and criteria, providing conflicting results.
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Sophos Plc.
Lock Down Applications for PCI DSS Compliance
By : Secure Computing Published Date: Jan 10, 2008
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard requires merchants and transaction processors to protect customer data, and firewalls play a major role in the process.  This paper was written by Matt Sarrello, CISSP, contributing editor at Ziff Davis Enterprise and Michael Steinhart, senior editor at Ziff Davis Enterprise.
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Secure Computing
Protecting a Large Distributed School Network from Without and Within
By : WatchGuard Technologies Published Date: Nov 15, 2007
Schools have stringent demands placed on them when it comes to protecting their networks and the students in their care. Learn how this school district got exactly what it needed for complete protection.
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WatchGuard Technologies
Extending Robust UTM Protection to the Edges of a Network
By : WatchGuard Technologies Published Date: Nov 11, 2007
Read how one international company was able to ensure that their remote offices had the same level of comprehensive protection as the corporate headquarter.
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WatchGuard Technologies
The Distributed Enterprise: Access and Management of Remote Office IT Infrastructure
By : Raritan Published Date: Oct 11, 2007
While the proliferation of branch and remote offices is a positive sign of company growth, it can be a challenge for IT staffers. While many IT staffers use remote access software to diagnose and repair branch office problems, these tools are only useful if the OS and network are functioning. If the network or OS is down, additional costs in travel, time, and lost business might be incurred.
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Raritan
Security for the Wireless Network
By : WatchGuard Technologies Published Date: Sep 24, 2007
Wireless is becoming less an option and more of a standard corporate communication strategy.  Learn how to keep to keep it secure with this white paper.

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WatchGuard Technologies
Unified Threat Management: How to Stop Spyware, Spam, Viruses, and Other Malicious Attacks
By : WatchGuard Technologies Published Date: Sep 24, 2007
Strong network security is multi-layered security. This white paper shows you how to ensure your network has defenses from all forms of malware.
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WatchGuard Technologies
Secure Remote Vendor Access to the Enterprise Data Center
By : Axeda Corporation Published Date: Sep 05, 2007
Enabling IT equipment vendors to perform remote service on your data centers helps maximize uptime and lower TCO—but at what risk? Dial-up modems and VPNs introduce security vulnerabilities and lack sufficient auditing capabilities—making it virtually impossible to track external access and maintain data center security. Download this white paper to learn how you can manage security risks, lower service-related costs, achieve regulatory and internal compliance, and more.
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Axeda Corporation
Producing Your Network Security Policy
By : WatchGuard Technologies Published Date: Aug 17, 2007
Get sound advice from the network security experts at WatchGuard on how to easily build and maintain a network security policy.

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WatchGuard Technologies
eConceal: a Futuristic Firewall
By : Microworld Published Date: Jun 20, 2007
A Firewall is designed to prevent unauthorized access to a computer or network that is connected to the Internet. Firewall software provides stealth capability to your computer on the network, hiding it from hackers who scour the Internet looking for vulnerable computers that they can gain access to.
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Microworld
Malicious Software Defense: Have We Moved Beyond Anti-Virus and Spyware Protection Software?
By : Perimeter Published Date: Jun 07, 2007

With the decrease in the total number of viruses, some have theorized that the need for virus protection is becoming less and less necessary. The purpose of this paper is to help individuals understand the scope of the problem, and specific strategies available to combat this continually changing threat.


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Perimeter
The Book On Malicious Websites
By : Perimeter Published Date: Jun 07, 2007
Before Microsoft released Microsoft XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), most attackers would compromise a computer system by simply attacking it with known vulnerabilities or "bugs" that could allow the attacker to gain some level of control over the system. Newer attack methods were starting to be seen where the attacker would take advantage of vulnerabilities within the Internet browser itself.
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Perimeter
Selecting the Right Host Intrusion Prevention System: 12 Key Questions to Ask
By : Third Brigade Published Date: May 15, 2007
This white paper identifies twelve critical questions that organizations need to consider when selecting a Host Intrusion Prevention System product. These questions relate to protection, manageability, integration and speed.
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Third Brigade
Solving the Firewall/NAT Traversal Issue of SIP
By : Ingate Systems Published Date: May 03, 2007

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) represents the third wave of Internet usage after SMTP (email) and HTTP (Web). Download this free guide now and learn why all firewalls will need to be SIP capable in order to support the wide-scale deployment of enterprise person-to-person communications.


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Ingate Systems
Intrusion Defense: Is Your Castle Protected?
By : Perimeter Published Date: May 03, 2007
Read this interesting comparison about designing an intrusion defense strategy that identifies the value of business processes, and implements appropriate strategies to protect these systems using a layered defense approach is not only a good security practice, but also a regulation in many cases.
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Perimeter
A Layered Approach to Securing Remote Maintenance Consoles
By : Raritan Published Date: Apr 19, 2007
Availability and security of networks at remote locations are tied together. Due to requirements to keep the network operating, you need fast access to equipment in case of an outage or problem.  This white paper discusses a layered approach to securing your system while maintaining the highest possible efficiency.
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Raritan
Building a Threat Model for Small and Medium Sized Businesses
By : ESET Published Date: Apr 16, 2007
It is important for businesses to have a plan in place that addresses the changing threat landscape.  This podcast discusses various items for businesses to consider when developing an IT threat model.

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ESET
Dude! You Say I Need an Application Layer Firewall?!
By : Secure Computing Published Date: Feb 23, 2007
This industry white paper takes the mystery out of the key differences in the main classes of firewall architectures. It was independently written by Marcus J. Ranum, a world-renowned expert on security system design and implementation. It includes fundamental lessons about building application layer firewalls, technical examples, and concludes with predictions about the future of firewall technology.
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Secure Computing
Vulnerability Management 101: What’s a Risk and How Can I Mitigate as Many as Possible?
By : Perimeter Published Date: Jan 31, 2007
What is the difference between a risk, a threat, a vulnerability and an exploit? Which product or solution can be employed to address my institution’s information security and compliance needs? This paper provides some clarity on the first question, and in the process, it should help to offer an answer to the second question, one of aligning concerns with solutions with vulnerability management.
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Perimeter
Top 10 Strategies to Fortify Your IT Infrastructure
By : mindSHIFT Published Date: Nov 13, 2006
Ten straightforward, proactive strategies to optimize your computers, network and systems for their best possible performance -- ensuring that your IT operation doesn't fail.
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mindSHIFT
Security Design Principles
By : Nixu Published Date: Oct 18, 2006
This white paper is an overview of the Nixu Security System and the various security principles it encompasses.  Topics discussed include security design, application security, OS hardening, patch management, and more.
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Nixu
On-Demand Vulnerability Management
By : Qualys Published Date: Aug 08, 2006
Learn how to start your own self-auditing process by setting goals and answering key questions about your infrastructure. This podcast examines what to look for in a self-audition solution, how to use vulnerability management to ease the pain and why your software solution really matters.
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Qualys
There's a Hole in Your Network: Vulnerability Management Is No Mystery
By : Qualys Published Date: Aug 08, 2006
Learn how vulnerability management allows you to keep on top of these problems by identifying an organization's greatest security vulnerabilities and proactively recommending fixes.
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Qualys
Intelligent Defense for Enterprise Assets: The Need for Host Intrusion Prevention
By : Third Brigade Published Date: Jul 05, 2006
Businesses today are under intense pressure to open up their networks, comply with increasingly rigorous regulatory requirements, AND ensure their IT assets are protected from attacks. This white paper explores these security challenges and explains how host-based Intrusion Prevention Systems  play a critical role in an organization's overall security strategy.
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Third Brigade
 
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