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whitepaper Live Webcast: Malicious Intent: What Malware Writers are Planning Next2007-01-05 08:57:01 Sophos
  Malware authors are targeting smaller numbers of victims in attempts to sneak under the radar, and they're turning away from email-aware worms to other methods of infection like "ransomware"—holding users' files captive until demands for money are met! What are malware authors planning next?

With his access to tens of thousands of monitoring stations and analysis centers around the globe, Mark Harris, Global Director of SophosLabs, will discuss how modern malware is composed to provide a glimpse into what you can expect with the next generation of threats.

Hosted by James Hilliard of TechRepublic and featuring live Q&A, this Webcast will address these important topics and more:
  • The top malware threats of 2006
  • What to expect with the next generation of malware
  • Best practices in threat protection
Pre-register today to join us for this live TechRepublic Webcast, sponsored by Sophos. You'll get practical tips and advice for combating the cybercrime that threatens your business' security and performance.

Note: This TechRepublic Webcast will be recorded and made available on an on-demand basis following the live event. So pre-register today—even if you're not sure you can attend on Jan. 25th—and we'll notify you by e-mail when the on-demand version is available.
  
whitepaper From Viruses to Spyware: In the Malware Trenches with Small and Medium-size Businesses2007-01-03 14:38:18 Webroot Software
  Malware, which encompasses viruses, worms, spyware, and other malicious software, continues to be a significant problem for small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). According to an exclusive survey of IT decision-makers, the vast majority of businesses have experienced malware incidents in the past year that resulted in hours of downtime.

Defending against malware attacks is particularly difficult for SMBs, which may have needs as sophisticated as those of a large enterprise, but rarely have the same IT resources available. For malware defense software, SMBs place a premium on ease of integration and management. "From Viruses to Spyware: In the Malware Trenches with Small and Medium-size Businesses" is a white paper detailing the results of an exclusive survey sponsored by Webroot. You will learn hard data on:
  • The real costs of malware measured in downtime
  • The most common types of malware incidents
  • The latest trends in malware defense software
Malware is an inescapable part of today's business environment. Download this white paper to learn more about current trends in security for the SMB market.
  
whitepaper TechNet Webcast: Anti-Malware Technologies in Windows Vista (Level 300)2006-12-15 01:00:19 Microsoft
  Windows Vista has many enhanced security technologies that have been developed to make the operating system more resilient against malware attacks. This webcast will cover how Windows is better protected against malware attacks, better at removing infections, and better at limiting potential harm from malicious software. The webcast will start with an overview of Microsoft's anti-malware technology strategy and also cover at a high level how the Windows Firewall, Data Execution Protection (DEP), IE protected mode, service hardening and user account control help prevent and contain malware. The main focus however will be on the anti-malware technologies found in Windows Vista including an architecture overview of Windows Defender (formerly Windows AntiSpyware) and the Malicious Software Removal Tool (MSRT).   
whitepaper Webcast: Know the Truth about Spyware and its Threat to SMBs2007-01-08 19:21:50 Webroot Software
  While small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face the same sophisticated security threats as larger enterprises, they rarely have the same IT resources to combat them. That's why spyware writers are targeting SMBs more than ever. In fact, over 50 percent of small businesses experienced spyware attacks in the first quarter of 2006 alone!

Fortunately, there are steps you can take to proactively defend your network against rootkits, key loggers, Trojans, and other contemporary spyware threats. Listen to this TechRepublic Webcast, now available on demand, to learn what every SMB needs to know about malware protection. You'll hear from Webroot Software's Jeff Hughes, Director of Product Marketing, who discusses:
  • Why today's SMBs are particularly vulnerable to spyware
  • How an employee's Internet use can introduce spyware to your network
  • How to take a proactive approach to safeguarding your company against spyware
Sponsored by Webroot Software, this Webcast will give you the information you need to combat spyware in your small or mid-sized business.
  
whitepaper Small Business Webcast: The Benefits of Windows Vista for the Small Business (Part 2 of 3): Security (Level 100)2006-12-08 01:00:19 Microsoft
  This webcast shows how the new and easy-to-use security features included in the Windows Vista operating system can help to secure the computers and sensitive data on the network - without relying on outside IT support.   
whitepaper Targeted Attacks: A Special Report2006-11-02 07:20:17 Trend Micro
  This story of a real-life attack illustrates that it's a lot easier than most people realize for a determined attacker to wreak havoc, especially when the targeted systems aren't fully prepared.   
whitepaper Spyware: The Latest Trends2006-11-01 06:26:19 Trend Micro
  This Trend Micro white paper discusses the latest trends in broadband, wireless, and network interconnectivity, and the progress of information exchange. It also highlights an example of emerging spyware that exposes users to the possibility of identity theft, data corruption, and personal profiling.   
whitepaper Businesses Beware: The New Battlefront on Email and Web Attacks2006-09-22 MessageLabs
  This white paper discusses the nature of the new threats, what they're designed to achieve, and their true costs to business. It then examines the alternatives available to combat them: appliances, software, and managed services--assessing strengths and weaknesses of each, and their relative total costs of ownership.

The need for creating certainty in all exchanges of electronic information is clear, whether this is across email, the Internet, VoIP or instant messaging. Achieving it, without hampering the speed and continuity of business over the internet, requires strategy. If you are interested in learning more about the new threat landscape and combating these threats, download this white paper.
  
whitepaper Legal Risks of Uncontrolled Email and Web Content2006-11-01 08:37:22 MessageLabs
  Email is critical to business; its ease of use, combined with speed and scale of distribution, make it an invaluable business tool. Today, businesses could not function without consistent and unfettered access to the Internet. However, these attributes can also cause severe difficulties for employers if employees' use of email and the Internet is not controlled adequately. This summary considers some of the risks that employers face. Download this whitepaper to learn how your business can ensure against legal risks of enforcing e-policy.   
whitepaper Windows Vista: Is it secure enough for business?2006-12-19 10:45:42 Sophos
  Five years after the release of Windows XP, Microsoft's primary stated goal with Windows Vista has been to reduce security vulnerabilities and overall susceptibility to malware and other threats. A number of new security features have been introduced in an attempt to reflect the heightened priority of security. This paper describes Windows Vista security, provides an insight into the level of protection it provides for business users, and assesses how far the new features measure up to Microsoft's aspirations for its new desktop operating system.