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Network virtualization in the cloud: Managing virtualization security risks
Network virtualization in the cloud introduces a plethora security risks and vulnerabilities to any cloud computing infrastructure. This mini learning guide discusses several different aspects of virtual network security, including how to evaluate vi... Tutorial
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McAfee and Intel cloud computing security strategy unveiled
Companies offer up collection of technologies to help overcome enterprise concern about cloud security. News | 07 May 2012
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Virtualization security best practices in wake of ESX code leak
Virtualization security experts offer advice as organizations wait for more details about code leak. News | 02 May 2012
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VMware downplays ESX hypervisor source code leak
Company says source code was leaked online but says may not mean increased risk. News | 25 Apr 2012
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Antivirus for VMware options expand
New antivirus capabilities for virtual servers showcased at VMworld and Trend Micro updates Deep Security. News | 30 Aug 2011
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VMware boosts VM security with PacketMotion purchase
Technology that tracks user activity will be integrated into vShield product line. News | 29 Aug 2011
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Verizon targets hybrid cloud security with CloudSwitch acquisition
The deal gives Verizon software to help companies maintain hybrid cloud security as they move applications to the cloud. Terms were not disclosed. News | 25 Aug 2011
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Updated VMware vShield App 5 includes sensitive data discovery
New sensitive data discovery features in the virtualization giant’s updated platform will allow enterprises to discover and classify data inside VMs. News | 12 Jul 2011
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PCI virtualization: New guidelines, harder compliance
New guidelines on virtualization issued by the PCI SSC show PCI compliance is possible within a virtualized environment, but may not be feasible. News | 14 Jun 2011
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Vendors tackle challenges in securing virtual environments
Security companies look to overcome performance bottlenecks with retooled technology for virtual security. News | 24 May 2011
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Terremark on cloud computing risks, legal subpoenas
Mario Santana, vice president of secure information services, talks about security risks unique to the cloud, how Terremark addresses them, and how it responds to subpoenas. News | 22 Mar 2011
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PCI virtualization compliance: Three steps for PCI compliance in the cloud
PCI compliance in the cloud is tough but implementing these strategies can help. Tip
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VMware configuration management, patching best practices
How to use vSphere 5 tools to streamline configuration and patch management. Tip
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Detecting VM sprawl in a private cloud
Learn techniques and tools to track rogue images and inappropriate use. Tip
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How to evaluate virtual firewalls
Enterprises have a lot of choice when it comes to virtual firewalls. Here’s what you should look for. Tip
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ESXi firewall functionality in vSphere 5
vSphere 5 offers new capabilities for enterprises to bolster their virtualization security. Tip
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Network segmentation best practices in virtual and private cloud environments
Learn how to apply network isolation to ensure security in your virtualized infrastructure. Tip
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Configuration management processes in virtualized environments
Patch and configuration management can be time consuming, but tools can streamline the process for virtual systems. Tip
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A six-step virtualization risk assessment process
Learn how to perform a risk assessment on your virtual environments. Tip
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What the PCI virtualization guidance means for PCI compliance in the cloud
The PCI council’s recent guidance on virtualization shows that PCI compliance is a shared responsibility in the cloud. Tip
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VM sprawl and how to control it
Learn about key steps for preventing an unmanageable proliferation of virtual machines. Tip
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Cloudburst VM escape
Cloudburst VM (virtual machine) escape is an exploit method, credited to research firm Kostya Kortchinsky Immunity Inc., that takes advantage of IBM's Cloudburst cloud service provisioning software for cloud providers and a flaw in VMware Workstation... Definition
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hypervisor security
Hypervisor security is the process of ensuring the hypervisor, the software that enables virtualization, is secure throughout its life cycle, including during development, implementation, provisioning, management and de-provisioning. Definition
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AV storm
An AV storm is the performance degradation that occurs when antivirus software simultaneously scans multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical host. Definition
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virtual firewall
A virtual firewall is a software appliance that controls communication between virtual machines (VMs) in a virtual environment. Definition
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blue pill rootkit
The blue pill rootkit is malware that executes as a hypervisor to gain control of computer resources. Joanna Rutkowska, a security researcher for Singapore-based IT security firm COSEINC, developed the Blue Pill rootkit as proof-of-concept malware, w... Definition
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BIOS rootkit attack
A BIOS-level rootkit attack, also known as a persistent BIOS attack, is an exploit in which the BIOS is flashed (updated) with malicious code. A BIOS rootkit is programming that enables remote administration. Definition
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BIOS rootkit
A BIOS-level rootkit is programming that exists in a system's memory hardware to enable remote administration. Because the rootkit lives in the computer’s BIOS (basic input/output system), it persists not only through attempts to reflash the BIOS but... Definition
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Citrix's Kurt Roemer on PCI virtualization guidance
Chief security strategist talks about the upcoming guidance from the PCI council's Virtualization Special Interest Group. Podcast
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McAfee and Intel cloud computing security strategy unveiled
Companies offer up collection of technologies to help overcome enterprise concern about cloud security. News
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Virtualization security best practices in wake of ESX code leak
Virtualization security experts offer advice as organizations wait for more details about code leak. News
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Cloudburst VM escape
Cloudburst VM (virtual machine) escape is an exploit method, credited to research firm Kostya Kortchinsky Immunity Inc., that takes advantage of IBM's Cloudburst cloud service provisioning software for cloud providers and a flaw in VMware Workstation... Definition
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hypervisor security
Hypervisor security is the process of ensuring the hypervisor, the software that enables virtualization, is secure throughout its life cycle, including during development, implementation, provisioning, management and de-provisioning. Definition
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VMware downplays ESX hypervisor source code leak
Company says source code was leaked online but says may not mean increased risk. News
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PCI virtualization compliance: Three steps for PCI compliance in the cloud
PCI compliance in the cloud is tough but implementing these strategies can help. Tip
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VMware configuration management, patching best practices
How to use vSphere 5 tools to streamline configuration and patch management. Tip
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Network virtualization in the cloud: Managing virtualization security risks
Network virtualization in the cloud introduces a plethora security risks and vulnerabilities to any cloud computing infrastructure. This mini learning guide discusses several different aspects of virtual network security, including how to evaluate vi... Tutorial
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Detecting VM sprawl in a private cloud
Learn techniques and tools to track rogue images and inappropriate use. Tip
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How to evaluate virtual firewalls
Enterprises have a lot of choice when it comes to virtual firewalls. Here’s what you should look for. Tip
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About Cloud Computing Virtualization: Secure Multitenancy - Hypervisor Protection
Virtualization is at the core of any cloud computing initiative, regardless of delivery model or deployment method. Service providers, or internal enterprise private cloud managers, use virtualization technology to realize efficiencies and flexibility offered by cloud computing. This section covers the risks and considerations around cloud computing virtualization security, including how to manage and ensure secure multitenancy of virtual machines on a single host, security risks and threats by Web-based hackers to the hypervisor, and how to handle data management and data governance.