Cyber Defense

Microsoft Becomes Platinum Sponsor Of National InfraGard Conference

WASHINGTON DC - Microsoft has become a Platinum Sponsor for this year's InfraGard National Conference, reflecting the software giant's commitment to working with law enforcement, government and industry partners to protect critical infrastructures. Microsoft, in a press release, said it places the security of its customers' computers and networks as a top priority. The company

By |2006-04-14T00:00:00-04:00April 14th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

CA Buys Job Scheduling Automation Company

SOUTHFIELD ? CA announced Thursday it has acquired Canadian-based Cybermation for $75 million in an all-cash deal. Cybermation specializes in software and services that automate job scheduling. Cybermation's software will fit nicely into CA's automation portfolio, where customers can simplify their IT environments by automating the scheduling and deployment of workloads across mainframe and distributed

By |2006-04-13T00:00:00-04:00April 13th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

Identity Management As A Regulatory Compliance Enabler

SOUTHFIELD - Over the past several years, a number of factors have conspired to cause the security of information to become a critical business issue that's core to the operation of most companies. These factors include the recent corporate financial scandals, the rise of terrorism, and the increased concern over the privacy of user information.

By |2006-04-13T00:00:00-04:00April 13th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

Symantec CEO: We’re In The Protection Business

CUPERTINO, CA.- John Thompson, CEO of Symantec, says his company plans to continue acquiring other businesses and is settling into a new, expanded role in the industry. The clear, central message is that Symantec is no longer simply a security company and must now battle with the likes of CA, Microsoft and Oracle, where once

By |2006-04-13T00:00:00-04:00April 13th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

Information Security Careers Advice Topic Of April Motorcity ISSA Meeting

SOUTHFIELD - The April Motor City ISSA chapter meeting will focus on Information Security Careers and Trends: Professional Advice and Intel from a Top Executive Recruiter. The speaker is Tracy Lenzner, president of the LenznerGroup, an executive search consultancy that places CSOs, answers readers' questions about how to land a security job. It will be

By |2006-04-13T00:00:00-04:00April 13th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

EMU Cyber-Crime Investigation School Seeks Applicants

YPSILANTI - The School of Cyber-Crime Investigation at Eastern Michigan University is now accepting applications for its 2006 class, which is designed for law enforcement officers. This unique educational/training program has been developed in cooperation with quality instructors from law enforcement, business and industry. These professionals provide comprehensive instruction relevant to the recent developments in

By |2006-04-13T00:00:00-04:00April 13th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

Critical Megapatch Sews Up 10 Holes In Internet Explorer

REDMOND, Wa. - Microsoft on Tuesday released a "critical" Internet Explorer update that fixes 10 vulnerabilities in the Web browser, including a high-profile bug that is already being used in cyberattacks. The software giant sent out the IE megafix as part of its monthly Patch Tuesday cycle of bulletins, CNET.Com reported. In addition, Microsoft delivered

By |2006-04-12T00:00:00-04:00April 12th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|

IBM Hardwires Security Into Micro Processors

ARMONK, NY - Researchers at IBM have come up with a way to hardwire encryption technology into a microprocessor, promising a more secure way to store data. IBM plans to announce availability of the new technology, dubbed Secure Blue, on Monday, CNET.Com reported. IBM envisions its idea and technology will be used in digital media

By |2006-04-10T00:00:00-04:00April 10th, 2006|Archive, Cyber Defense|