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    Security, SMB Network Security, Application Security, IT Security Partners

    Security VARs and security partners alike need to safeguard customers against viruses, spam, phishing, malware and more. Find the latest security news on network security, Encryption, firewalls, VPN and IDS specifically tailored for channel distributors.


    HTC Security Flaw Found on Multiple Android Phones

    HTC's Help page advised users of the issue, which can be resolved through an automatic software upgrade, though some users will have to update manually.

    Xerox Expands Cloud Services, Data Recovery for SMBs

    The cloud backup and data recovery services are designed to provide the recovery of data, applications and operating systems.

    WatchGuard Launches XTM 33 Security Appliance

    Included is real-time monitoring, secure logging and more than 65 report templates that give businesses insight as to what is going in and out of their network and by whom.

    CloudPassage Launches Private-Public Cloud Security Solution

    The security as a service (SaaS) vendor combines hosted security with cloud access to build secure environments for public and hybrid cloud users.

    Android Counterclank Malware Hits Android Market

    Symantec says a new Trojan horse called Android.Counterclank, attaches to applications in the Android Market and may be used to run malicious code on users' smartphones and tablets. It may have hit anywhere from 1 million to 5 million devices and spans 13 different application titles.

    Emerson Offers Avocent Data Center Planner

    Avocent Data Center Planner provides data center managers with complete information about where their devices and equipment are located.

    Threat Update: Malicious QR Codes Pose Risk to iPhone, Android Devices

    While it may be tempting to scan that QR code with your iPhone or Android phone, it's not a good idea. Hackers, pranksters and fraudsters are now using those QR codes in phishing attacks and to download malware to your device.

    Attackers Using DNS Poisoning to Hijack Website Domains, Divert Traffic

    Several "activist hackers" appear to be using DNS poisoning and other attacks against the Domain Name System to divert users away from legitimate sites.

    Symantec Warns pcAnywhere Users to Disable Tool

    Symantec has confirmed that pcAnywhere users are at "increased risk" because attackers have stolen source code to the remote control tool.

    F5 Launches Firewall for Data Centers

    F5 Networks is launching a data center-grade firewall designed to protect websites from cyber attacks. The technology competes with offerings from other vendors in terms of traffic capacity and cost.

    Alcatel-Lucent, Arbor Networks Partner on Cloud-Based Security Platform

    Arbor Networks has integrated its Threat Management System into Alcatel-Lucent's IP routers to create clouds capable of blocking distributed denial of service attacks.

    Social Networking Application Usage Grows Among Employees: Report

    The report also explores a variety of risks associated with browser-based file-sharing applications, which varies by application and use case.

    Symantec Acquires LiveOffice for Cloud-Based Archiving

    LiveOffice uses its homegrown, SaaS-based CloudMerge platform to integrate email services with archiving. Its archiving systems can be deployed for either cloud or on-site email systems and will integrate with Symantec's existing cloud services.

    Smartphones, Tablets, Android Are Why Malware Is Going Mobile in 2012

    NEWS ANALYSIS: As 2012 gets going, it's time to accept that malware and cyber-attacks will increasingly target mobile users and Internet applications.

    Firewalls and Firewall Management: Here to Stay

    The death of the corporate firewall has been greatly exaggerated. Contrary to the proclamations of some security experts, the firewall is here to stay, and so is the need for someone to manage it. Here's why.

    Blackberry PlayBook Tablet Security Flaw Uncovered

    An exploitable connection between the PlayBook tablet and handheld Blackberry devices poses a risk to users.

    Microsoft Prepping Real-Time Botnet Threat Intelligence System

    Microsoft is testing a real-time feed to distribute information collected from several sources on major botnets, including Rustock, Waldec and Kelihos networks.

    Ingencio, Voltage Team Up on Data Encryption Platform

    The platform leverages Format-Preserving Encryption (FPE) and Identity-Based Encryption (IBE) technologies used for simplified key management.

    Symantec Confirms Hackers Stole Outdated Code, Downplays Impact

    Symantec confirmed that hackers have obtained source code to two enterprise security products, but third-party experts said the impact on users will be minimal to none.

    10 Gadgets Your IT Department Wants You to Leave at Home

    Maybe your special someone was especially generous this year, getting you a tablet or smartphone as a holiday gift. Or maybe you just treated yourself. But now that the holidays are over and it’s back-to-work time, chances are you don’t want to leave those cool new toys at home. You’ve probably even figured out ways that they could help you be more productive at work. But that doesn’t mean your new gadgets are welcome in your company’s IT environment. You may find if you bring that stuff into the office, you’re in a bit of trouble with the IT guys. But when did you ever let that stop you. Here’s a look at some of the products you might have received over the holidays, and why your IT staff just doesn’t want you to bring them to the office. (Or if you are in the IT department, here’s what you can expect your users trying to sneak onto the network.)

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