Anti spam solutions generally fall under two categories, client-based and server-based. Client-based tools allow each user to configure the software so that it can perform according to individual needs with it’s decentralized approach. Server-based solutions perform spam identification and filtering before legitimate emails are distributed to the intended recipients throughout the network thus reducing the impact that spam has on end-user productivity and on network resources.
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State of Internet Security, Q3 - Q4, 2009 by Websense Security Labs
published by Websense on Feb 23, 2010
This report summarizes the significant findings of Websense researchers using the ThreatSeeker Network during the six-month period ending December 2009.
Understanding and Teaching Heuristics
published by ESET on Feb 17, 2010
This paper is designed to provide a basic understanding of what heuristics are and how they are used in the anti-malware industry.
Top Computer Threats in the United Kingdom - January 2010
published by ESET on Feb 17, 2010
View this ESET Monthly UK threat report to find out the top computer threats in the UK.
The Top Ten Threats for January 2010 at a Glance
published by ESET on Feb 17, 2010
Analysis of ESET's ThreatSense.Net®, a sophisticated malware reporting and tracking system, shows that the highest number of detections this month, with almost 9.90%, was the Win32/Conficker class of threat.
Security-as-a-Service: Threat Mitigation from the Cloud
published by Mimecast on Feb 05, 2010
Securing your email is a complex process that takes time and uses resources that can be better deployed elsewhere in your business. Moving on-premise email security into the cloud not only saves time and money, but also reduces risk and takes advantages of economies of scale to deliver an effective, dedicated security platform that unshackles users and releases the potential of your mail.
The Game of the Name - Malware Naming, Shape Shifters and Sympathetic Magic
published by ESET on Jan 21, 2010
3rd International Conference on Cybercrime Forensics Education & Training. What is the information that the end-user or end-site really needs to know about an incoming threat?
Free but Fake: Rogue Anti-malware
published by ESET on Jan 21, 2010
Unfortunately, people are frequently seduced by the word "free" and overestimate the supposed benefits such products offer. In order to illustrate this type of malicious methodology, the case of a rogue product is analyzed here.
ESET Monthly Threat Report for the United Kingdom: December 2009
published by ESET on Jan 08, 2010
This report provides a report of the Top Computer Threats in the United Kingdom.
Endpoint Security: Proactive Solutions for Networkwide Platforms
published by ESET on Oct 07, 2009
This white paper examines the looming threat horizon that is forcing companies to reexamine their endpoint security functions and discusses ESET's solution for integrated security management that is built around its advanced heuristic technology. The threat landscape facing businesses has evolved significantly, and corporations are looking for security products that can protect against known threats and prepare for future attackers in a simple-to-use architecture.
Beyond PCI Checklists: Securing Cardholder Data with Tripwire's Enhanced File Integrity Monitoring
published by Tripwire on Mar 31, 2009
How do organizations pass their PCI DSS audits yet still suffer security breaches? Paying attention to PCI DSS checklists only partially secures the cardholder environment. Learn the next steps for fully securing your data.
The Tangled Web: Silent Threats and Invisible Enemies
published by MessageLabs Symantec Hosted Services on Feb 03, 2010
The emergence of covert information theft as a key tactic of malware propagators. Most importantly, the paper highlights the crucial danger points for any business that doesn't defend itself against viruses which operate in the background.
Think Your Network is Secure? Think again: Trend Micro Security Assessment eBook
published by Trend Micro SPN on Nov 24, 2009
How do you measure security effectiveness? Conventional security solutions may appear to be holding back targeted malware attacks but this eBook shows you how to check the performance of your current infrastructure. Whether you are 'secure', 'infected' or 'recovering', you can benefit from a Threat Discovery Assessment.
Cloud-Client Enterprise Security Impact Report Increased Protection at a Lower Cost
published by Trend Micro SPN on Nov 24, 2009
A report sampling over 100 large enterprises that explores the types of cost savings that can be gained by employing a comprehensive content security solution with a cloud client architecture. The report concludes total savings of up to 40% can be achieved.
Botnets Exposed: Stopping Next-Generation Attacks
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 20, 2009
The increasing sophistication and dynamism of multi-vectored network attacks, including use of botnets to deliver threats deep inside the enterprise, requires rethinking network security. In light of this sophistication and the corresponding multi-pronged attacks, traditional exploit-based solutions fail to be effective countermeasures to secure the network.
The Forrester WaveT: Email Filtering, Q2 2009
published by McAfee ITWhitePapers on Nov 17, 2009
One of your biggest challenges is evaluating and selecting vendor products and services. That's why Forrester created the Forrester Wave, making it easy for you to make well-informed decisions. This complimentary Forrester Wave report on Email Filtering ($1749 retail value) offers: An in-depth evaluation of email security filtering vendors, based on 57 criteria, a powerful Excel spreadsheet that allows you to easily compare products and get in-depth data and analysis about each one, and tools to develop a custom shortlist based on your company's unique requirements.
The State of Today's Firewall Management Challenges
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 16, 2009
With all the benefits and opportunities the Internet provides, it can also be a very inhospitable place, requiring organizations' constant vigilance to protect themselves from attack. To better understand important security issues affecting organizations today, IDC recently completed a survey of more than 260 IT and Firewall managers and executives in the US and Europe that aimed to profile their organization's firewall deployments.
Is a Unified Threat Management solution right for you?
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 16, 2009
Today's small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the remote branch offices of larger organizations face increasing Internet-borne security risks. This paper discusses integrated network security appliances that can help these organizations enhance their security easily and affordably.
Threat Vector Series: Web Protection for Midsize Organization
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 16, 2009
Browsers are the least-protected and therefore easiest medium for transferring malware, which is why protecting your company against web-borne threats should be part of a total security solution. This brief explains the key benefits of implementing a web security solution with McAfee. Read more.
McAfee Buyer's Guide for Small and Medium-Size Businesses
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 10, 2009
Not all security appliances are created equal. Use this Buyer's Checklist to expose security effectiveness and features when evaluating vendors, and to drill into how each solution ranks in improving employee productivity, enabling compliance to industry and government regulations, preventing data leakage, and reducing management and licensing costs.
Threat Vector Series - Endpoint Protection for Midsize Companies
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 10, 2009
Anti-virus by itself is no longer enough to protect endpoints, especially in this age of mobile devices and business users on the go. This brief explains the key benefits of implementing an endpoint security solution with McAfee. Read more.
Threat Vector Series - Data Protection for Midsize Companies
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 10, 2009
Data is a company's most precious asset-and maintaining secure access for a mobile workforce is vital for midsize organizations. This brief explains the key benefits of implementing a data security solution with McAfee. Read more.
The Security Paradox
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 04, 2009
Medium organizations around the globe are increasingly concerned about cyberthreats, and the rising number of incidents shared publicly certainly justifies their worries. In the first half of 2009, for example, McAfee Labs saw almost as much new malware as it did in all of 2008. At the same time, most organizations have frozen or cut their IT security budgets. Threats up, budgets down. This is what we call the "security paradox."
How to Manage Security: When Less is More
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 04, 2009
Management-Command and control from one location. Just enough may not be enough when it comes to security. But how much is enough? Find out how McAfee can help you stay protected without turning security into a full-time job.
Solution Brief: Total Protection for Secure Business
published by McAfee Inc on Nov 04, 2009
Total Protection for Secure Business. Secure your business across systems, email, web, and data-all with one affordable solution created for the midsize organization.
2009 Forrester Wave Report on Email Filtering
published by McAfee Inc on Oct 29, 2009
As email and web applications dominate enterprise infrastructure, more companies are wondering how to ensure appropriate use and reduce the risk of malicious content. Two new reports issued by Forrester Research, Inc., discuss the market trends, client demands, and the strong offering and market strategy that distinguish McAfee products for web and email filtering. The McAfee acquisition of Secure Computing coincided with these evaluations.
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