Definition of Enterprise Security
Enterprise security is the process of securing a corporations' infrastructure and information.
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Enterprise Security
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8 Simple Rules For Securing Your Internal Network
Many companies seem to focus a great amount of attention and funds on securing the perimeter of their network while forgetting that their most valuable assets are actually inside. The current focus on perimeter security can make it very hard for an attacker to get inside; however, once inside, they can roll with abandon with very little chance of getting caught. This paper will focus on eight areas that a company can look at to make their internal network just as hard and crunchy on the inside as on the outside.
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Implementing Least Privilege at your Enterprise
Enterprise security involves people, process and technology. The principle of least privilege can and should be applied to all of those areas An expansion of the topic of "least privilege" has some importance because, those responsible for information security, have had some past difficulty explaining it or gaining acceptance for this important principle. It is often referenced and occasionally supported with a brief definition, but rarely is the principle supported with any significant examples or rationale. It is a principle that touches many aspects of the organization or enterprise, and since it is not really well explained or understood it is difficult to achieve acceptance. This paper will provide some background, offer some rationale to help develop support for it's acceptance, and identify ways it can be implemented at your enterprise.
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Security in Practice- Reducing the Effort
Information security is known to be at least important, if not critical, to most business and personal needs. This paper covers the ten most vital steps in attempting to achieve a good base level of security, which can then be built upon. The focus of these is on reducing the effort in order to ensure they are completed to at least a minimum degree. The intended target audience is Network/Systems/Security administrators who need a reference guide on the fundamental steps in securing a network, why each step is important, and how to reduce the effort whilst doing it.
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End-users - A Critical Link in the Chain of Security
Establishing the security of Information System (IS) resources is an important and major undertaking in any organization. End-users have a very important role in the chain of establishing and maintaining that security. No reliable security policy or procedure can be implemented without taking end-users into consideration.
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The Internal Threat to Security Or Users Can Really Mess Things Up
On one hand, the media is replete with reports of hackers exploiting various weaknesses in order to gain access to a network and the data it houses. Most, if not all, network administrators and engineers secure their intranets against outsiders these days. On the other hand, many administrators and engineers don't do the same thorough job of securing network resources against the people in the best position to do the most damage to a network, the legitimate users of the network. This paper will outline some of the threats posed by the "insider" and safeguards against these threats. The following paragraphs describe some of the security measures you can implement which will help insure the availability of your network despite the users actions. These chapters are broken into several categories, which are: Data input security, basic security controls, session security, Internet security, physical security, desktop security, data security, and malicious activity.
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Securing Our Critical Infrastructures
In the wake of the September 11, 2001 attack on United States, infrastructure security has become the top priority of our government and many commercial organizations. All aspects of our society today are heavily interdependent upon a vast array of Information Technology (IT). This technology is a core component of our national defense, economic prosperity and touches our every day life. The most critical infrastructures include banking and finance, telecommunications, energy (gas and electric), transportation, emergency services, and essential government services.
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A Survival Guide for Security Professionals
According to Northcutt, "System, Network, and Security administrators all over the world are starting to feel the effects of burnout"(1). This survival guide aims to assist security professionals to balance the responsibilities and requirements of their role to avoid stress and burnout. Security professionals are having to undertake even- broader responsibilities in an increasingly demanding environment. To minimize the risk of burnout, security professionals must understand the latest technical, legal, and business trends and their implications, and they need to understand stress and how it can be managed. Ultimately, achieving success and fulfillment in the profession depends upon meeting minimum standards, setting goals for yourself and attaining certification, leveraging the benefits of the security community, and adhering to a code of professional ethics.
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Who Wants To Be A Weakest Link?
This paper emphasizes the need to convey good security practices throughout an organization, because the "weakest link" can be located anywhere along a company's "chain." Possible weak links are discussed and an attempt is made to explain the need for preemptive education via "what-ifs." An assumption is made that employees are interested in keeping their jobs. The main "what-if" has to do with the loss (or downgrade) of positions held by the company's security weakest links. Another "what-if" involves the possible loss of the all-important dollar. It can, unfortunately, be concluded that no matter how hard security experts within a company try, they cannot fix all the weak links in a chain, but continued multi-directed efforts must be maintained to strengthen them as much as possible.
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System Administrator - Security Best Practices
System Administrators are the people responsible for making computers work in the field. They are also responsible for the uninterrupted operation of the computers to take care of the business needs. System Administrator's knowledge on System security loopholes and their implications on business they are managing, is a good asset to any Enterprise/Company. By following simple practices during their administrative functions, they can build secure systems. These also help in reporting security incidents at an early stage and take corrective measures. Some of the best practices are discussed here, without getting into specifics of any particular operating system or version.
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Pre-Development Security Planning
Security should be considered from the onset of any development project. There are several crucial steps that project developers and project managers can take before code development begins that can significantly improve the entire development cycle and avoid potential security pitfalls that would otherwise arise. This document will outline the basic steps that should be completed before code development begins to ensure delivery of a successful project.
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