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Minimizing cloud computing threats in the enterprise

In this expert response, Nick Lewis outlines the biggest cloud computing threats, and explains what can be done to mitigate those threats.
Cloud computing risks: Secure encryption key managem...

As cloud computing grows in popularity, secure encryption key management becomes more vital. Michael Cobb explains the security risk affecting clou...
Is Identity Management as a Service (IDaaS) a good i...

Identity Management as a Service (IDaaS) is new on the managed security service provider scene, so how can you know which of these SaaS service pro...
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How secure is 'Platform as a Service (PaaS)?'

There's no doubt that companies will want to leverage cloud computing and platform as a service, but expert Michael Cobb explains why enterprises should proceed with caution.
Will a platform-as-a-service (PaaS) environment put data at risk?

Platform-as-a-service is the next step in the evolution of Web services. But is it secure? Security expert Michael Cobb sets the record straight?

Security
- PCI Council urges P2P encryption for mobile payments
  
  A PCI Council guidance document requires merchants to use a validated PIN entry device or secure card reader to accept payments using mobile devices.
- Steve Lipner on the Microsoft SDL, critical infrastructure protection
  
  Microsoft’s senior director of security engineering says core SDL principles should be at the foundation of critical infrastructure system protection.
- Android security model doing best to enable mobile malware spread
  
  At Information Security Decisions 2012, Dan Guido put the mobile malware focus on the Android security model and Google’s mobile app vetting process.
Security Channel
- Biometric authentication methods: Comparing smartphone biometrics
  
  Biometric authentication helps ensure only authorized smartphone users can access a network. David Jacobs weighs the pros and cons of three methods.
- F5 Vault program embraces incentives for F5 firewall, security sales
  
  The Vault partner program uses incentives to increase visibility for F5 firewalls and its architecture bundle.
- Using DMARC to improve DKIM and SPF email antispam effectiveness
  
  DMARC aids the DKIM and SPF protocols that help keep spam out and let legitimate emails in. David Jacobs explains how.
Security UK
- ICO fines Welsh health board £70,000 for patient record loss
  
  For the first time, the ICO fines an NHS organisation for sending patient data to the wrong person.
- With mobile payments, security teams must move quickly
  
  As employees make payments on their mobile devices, the security team must act quickly to ensure corporate assets remain secure.
- SOCA takes its website offline in DDoS response
  
  Just days after SOCA shut down carder sites, the agency was the victim of a DDoS attack, leading SOCA to takes its website offline.
Cloud computing
- Download the Private Cloud E-Zine
  
  Get exclusive access to this expert bi-monthly e-zine with essential resources for building your private cloud infrastructure.
- What makes a good cloud provider?
  
  Fair costs and SLAs were once enough to discern top cloud providers. In today’s packed cloud market, vendors must bring more to the table.
- Azure’s identity crisis and other cloud computing sound bites
  
  Microsoft Azure wants to be called Loretta. No, that’s not true. Or is it? Find out that answer and other news overheard in the cloud this past week.
Server Virtualization
- Download the Virtual Data Center E-Zine
  
  Get exclusive access to the Virtual Data Center E-Zine, published monthly by the experts at SearchServerVirtualization.com.
- Ten easy ways to extend virtual host resources on the cheap
  
  Virtual host resources are the lifeblood a virtualization project. Finding ways to extend them will promote growth, even during lean budgetary times.
- Taking the pain out of the Internet Explorer requirement for RHEV 3.0
  
  Despite the hoopla over ditching Windows Server, RHEV 3.0 still requires Internet Explorer. But configuring IE doesn’t need to be a hassle.
VMware
- Promoting green initiatives with VMware software
  
  Green initiatives aren’t just for data centers. Reducing electricity use and preventing e-waste at home can be as simple as using free VMware software to virtualize desktops.
- Replacing self-signed SSL certificates to improve ESXi security
  
  VMware’s default, self-signed SSL certificates ensure data encryption. By importing certificates from trusted, third-parties, however, you can improve ESXi security even further.
- Using vCloud Director 1.5 in the real world: Ask the expert
  
  Although many organizations have been slow to adopt vCloud Director 1.5, one expert predicts a coming increase and offers advice for administrators who are looking to get started.

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