Gumblar Malware's Home Domain Active Again
ScanSafe researchers are seeing renewed activity regarding Gumblar, a multifunctional piece of malware that spreads by attacking PCs visiting hacked Web pages.
6 Steps to Pull App Security Back to the Future
OWASP will host its 2009 AppSec DC conference next week, hoping to arm IT security practitioners with knowledge to improve application security. For a taste of what to expect, organization member Matt Fisher discusses what's wrong with app security today and six ways to make it better.
Survey: Security Certifications Hot Among IT Pros
CompTIA finds IT pros value and seek new security-related certifications above all other areas.
Nominations Open for 2010 Compass, NEXT Awards
CSO's Compass Awards honor outstanding security leadership; the NEXT Awards recognize the field's up-and-comers. Application deadline is December 22, 2009.
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