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  • Attack on SCO sites at an end

    The SCO Group's Web site and file servers are back online, after being hit by a denial-of-service attack that cut off access for almost two days.

  • Attack on SCO's servers intensifies

    A day-old denial-of-service attack on the Web server of the controversial SCO Group has been expanded to assault the company's mail and file servers, SCO's top network administrator said.

  • Protecting yourself against mini-DDoS attacks

    After a recent attack, I found out some interesting things about protecting my network from the vulnerabilities of open ports.

  • Using gateway antivirus? You could be sued

    Trend Micro is suing Barracuda Networks over its use of the free open source antivirus software, ClamAV. If it wins, open source advocates fear it threatens all users of the free software and will legitimise the use of patent law to attack OSS.

  • IE plus Firefox equals 'critical' security risk

    Firefox combined with Internet Explorer on the same desktop opens up a zero day vulnerability that is highly critical, according to security researchers.

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  • Guard against internal attacks with these strategies

    Firewalls and antivirus packages will fend off intruders and intrusions from the outside world, but how do you protect your company's vitals from an inside job?

  • Securing ports on your servers

    Blocking unneeded services and apps is an essential security step, but which ports should you leave open? Members suggest resources that can give you the knowledge and tools you need.

  • Improving Internet security?

    Intersite data sharing and transactions represent the next major advance in Web functionality. See how SAML can help you improve functionality and security in B2B Web site collaboration.

  • Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

    If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

  • Seven steps to increase Linux security

    Many network administrators new to Linux find it hard to transition from a point-and-click security configuration interface to one based on editing complicated and hard-to-locate text files. Here are seven easy things administrators can and should do to make their Linux server more secure and significantly reduce the risk they face.

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