With all the activity the fall brings, take a few moments to learn from your fellow catalysts – and the time to share your experiences. This is what unites us as professionals. Even when we feel we lack the time, making the time to engage brings benefit to every person involved. I am also spending [...]
Security Catalyst Community Update: October 2, 2008
Weekend Catchup: SCC Discussion Forum Update (July 26 2008)HeThedi
The discussions continue to expand and inform in the Security Catalyst Community. Here are some of the recent hot conversations (including some I have listed before; this week they really exploded). Is Management the Real Security Problem? Linux User Account Upgrade or Migration Checklist What should you do with software updates that are not critical? [...]
SCC Discussion Forums: Hot Friday Update (July 18, 2008)
It is hot today is Upstate NY; the same is true for some forum discussions taking place this week: Is Management the Real Security Problem? How to deal with a “poison pill” Using CAPTCHA Also a notice about HOPE2008 and any members attending: HOPE2008 Next Week I have been working on a two-part approach to guide [...]
Security Catalyst Community: Discussion Forum Activity (July 14 2008)
The forums are off to a roaring start this week – with some insightful discussions. Sure, thinking this early in the week can be scary, but it sure pays off! What are the ethical standards/requirements for security bloggers? [IN PREP FOR TUESDAY] Help me test my new Firefox add-on Printer Dots and Privacy – cause [...]
Should bloggers be held to ethical standards?
This is a question that has been kicked around quietly, and now it is the focus of the August Security Roundtable. We are recording on Tuesday (pondering using a live-feed) and I want your feedback. Show Prep Outline Blurring the lines: blogging, ethics and journalistic integrity The impact of social media on how ideas and [...]
Security Catalyst Community: Discussion Forum Activity (11 July 2008)
It’s been a brisk week in the forums, and here are some hot topics: Taking the GSSP-C Exam How to see what files are being accessed and by who Wiki Engine Recommendations DefCon – Lost at Con challenge – community team (two open slots) Midwest Consolidated Security Forum Join the in the Discussion! Your participation [...]
Security Catalyst Community: Discussion Forum Activity (9 July 2008)
gmail remote sign out – is this brilliant or rife with unintended consequences? Checking the Validity of your Security Tools Windows 2008 PKI infrastructure and smart cards Most communities don’t use SSL for authenticating members… should they? SecTor 2008 – Toronto, Canada Join the in the Discussion! Your participation is your currency (means no charge [...]
The July Security Rountable is available: Battling Botnets with Botnets
Complete details are available here: http://www.securityroundtable.com/2008/07/security-roundtable-for-july-2008-battling-botnets-with-botnets/ The discussion ran a bit longer than we alloted, yet even on our review listen proved worth every minute. We raised some interesting questions and look forward to sharing the conversation with you. This is only the beginning and we invite you to share your ideas, insights and feedback in [...]
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Security Catalyst Community: discussion forum activity for July 7, 2008
As we roll into Monday (and after a holiday weekend in the US), there are several interesting posts ready for your comments, and plenty of insight to make your week even easier! Take a look at: Forensic Analysis Applications Privacy Alert – ISPs putting “ad service” boxes in the click stream is bad! Interesting Article [...]
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