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Cisco flaws may cripple networks
Three security holes in the software that runs Cisco Systems' routers and switches could let miscreants disrupt computer networks, including the Internet. Read more »
Rootkit threatens Cisco routers
Cisco and the security community are debating the reality of rootkits attacking the Cisco's Internetwork Operating System (IOS) after a researcher presented a proof of concept attack, which threatens Cisco routers and voice over IP phones. Read more »
Cisco offers tunnel-less VPN
Cisco is to offer a tunnel-less VPN, which could solve some of the challenges of securing WAN traffic. Read more »
Cisco spends US$135 million on XML firm
Cisco Systems said on Wednesday it will spend $135 million in cash and options to buy Reactivity, a small company that makes equipment to help route XML Internet traffic. Read more »
Cisco VPN incompatible with Apple's 'Tiger'
Corporate customers that use Cisco Systems virtual private network technology to connect to their company's network while on the road will have to a wait to use Apple Computer's new operating system. Read more »
DNS exploits are happening
A fatal flaw with the DNS (Domain Name System) was currently being exploited in internet attacks and more attacks were likely, the security researcher who discovered the flaw said on Thursday in the US Read more »
Microsoft fixes DNS flaw but warns of Word attacks
Microsoft is warning that a Word flaw is being used for targeted attacks, and has also issued four 'important' patches, including one for a potentially serious DNS flaw in the latest Patch Tuesday bulletin. Read more »
Academics break the Great Firewall of China
Computer experts from the University of Cambridge claim not only to have breached the Great Firewall of China, but have found a way to use the firewall to launch denial-of-service attacks against specific Internet Protocol addresses in the country. Read more »
Microsoft licenses Finjan security patents
Microsoft has invested in security company Finjan Software and licensed its patents that cover ways to protect systems against previously unknown security threats. Read more »
SAP signs on heavyweights
SAP has significantly expanded the partner network surrounding its NetWeaver software, signing up the industry's 'big gorillas' to create closer ties to its business applications. Read more »
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Cisco administration 101: Configure GRE tunnels
Originally developed by Cisco, generic routing encapsulation (GRE) is now a standard. We'll show you how you can use GRE tunnels to form a secure VPN. Read more »
10+ things you should know about rootkits
Malware-based rootkits fuel a multibillion dollar spyware industry by stealing individual or corporate financial information. If that weren't bad enough, rootkit-based botnets generate untold amounts of spam. Here's a look at what rootkits are and what to do about them. Read more »
50 significant moments from internet history
We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet. Read more »
New weapons in the war against DoS attacks
Industry watchdog groups are warning that denial of service attacks are becoming more destructive each year. Learn about some new tools you can add to your arsenal of DoS defenses to help safeguard your enterprise. Read more »
Increase remote access security with Network Access Protection in Windows Vista
When remote users try to access your network via VPN, you can only hope that they have up-to-date virus protection and other things to keep problems from spreading across your network. Windows Vista introduced Network Access Protection (NAP) to allow you to enforce rules on users before they access a network. Read more »
MRTG: Monitoring Linux routers and firewalls
MRTG, or Multi Router Traffic Grapher, is a popular monitoring and statistics tool for use on Linux platforms. Here are some tips for installing and configuring MRTG. Read more »
Find free certification resources
When you're strapped for cash, you have to go back to the basics to obtain the certification study resources you need. Here are some tips for finding free study aids. Read more »
Security: The next Web services battleground
The Web services movement is intensifying its focus on security--and additional vendors are now vying for a spot in the network security space. Not surprisingly, Microsoft is positioned smack in the middle of the fray. Read more »
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