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Cyber Security Risk Mitigation: Statistics & Strategies
Sat, 03/23/2019
Curious about what your fellow IT professionals think about the state of cybersecurity and the risks we face at every turn? Get the visual scoop below with high-impact graphics from the recent study Fortra conducted.
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The Pros and Cons of Scripting
Thu, 03/21/2019
There are pros and cons to evaluate when it comes to relying on scripts. Scripting can definitely have some perks depending on its application. However, it’s important to weigh these against the benefits of a full managed file transfer (MFT) solution to make sure you’re making the best decision for your business over the long term.
Guide
Download "A Guide to Practical Single Sign On"
The cost of managing user access to data and software applications with user IDs and passwords adds up quickly, but the solution is surprisingly simple.
With single sign on (SSO), you can eliminate passwords—and the cost associated with them—by joining your IBM i, AIX, and Linux servers to your Windows domain for authentication. The key to achieving the ROI...
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5 Cybersecurity Resources You Shouldn’t Scroll Past
By Robin Tatam on Sat, 03/16/2019
It's tough to stay on top of the latest cyberthreats and what they mean for your business. Here are some go-to resources that makes it easier to educate yourself on this important topic.
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Cryptoviral Extortion: The Enduring Problem of Ransomware
By Bob Erdman on Wed, 03/13/2019
Learn about the long arms of ransomware, and how to protect your organization from its grasp.
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12 Skills Every Security Administrator Needs for Success (and How to Learn Them)
By Robin Tatam on Sat, 03/09/2019
Mastering these 12 skills can make a security administrator a powerful weapon against data breaches.
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5 Myths About Encryption on IBM i
By Robin Tatam on Mon, 03/04/2019
Keep reading as we investigate five common IBM i encryption myths and separate reality from fantasy.
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35 Cybersecurity Risks for IBM i Administrators and How to Thwart Them
By Robin Tatam on Wed, 02/27/2019
Here’s a rundown of commonly overlooked IBM i cybersecurity risks and how to make sure they don’t open your business up to a disastrous situation.
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Download "CIO Confidential: 5 Things Your IBM i Security Administrator Should Tell You"
Employees on the front lines often possess insight that manager, directors, and executives lack.
Corporate leaders rely on feedback from these professionals, especially when it comes to emerging security threat. But for a variety of reasons, systems administrators might be reluctant to to speak up about critical issues related to IBM i, including the importance of consistently updating...
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User Groups, and Forums, and Blogs, Oh My: Top 7 Linux Resources to Increase Your Expertise
By Bob Erdman on Mon, 01/14/2019
Find what you need in our compiled list of Linux resources.
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Avoid an IBM i Cyber Attack: 6 Things to Check Regularly
By Robin Tatam on Wed, 01/09/2019
If you don’t want to make headlines with the next major data breach, here are six things to check regularly on IBM i.
Guide
Download "How to Securely Deploy Access Client Solutions (ACS) for IBM i"
IBM i Access Client Solutions (ACS) is the newest member of the IBM i Access family, replacing the IBM i Access for Windows client.
ACS runs on most operating systems supporting Java. Because ACS uses different technology and deployment approach than IBM i Access for Windows, the considerations for securely deploying ACS are different than IBM i Access for Windows.
Some of the...
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Cyber Risk Ratings: How Would Your IT Environment Score?
By Bob Erdman on Wed, 12/12/2018
Find out the type of cyber threats that endanger organizations (and their ratings), and how they can protect themselves.
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Why Corporate Networks are Key Targets for Cryptojacking
By Bob Erdman on Thu, 12/06/2018
The days of being able to ignore cryptocurrency is over. Even if you don’t use it, you’re now at risk of being adversely affected by it through cryptomining malware, also known as cryptojacking. Read on to find out what cryptocurrency is, how cryptojacking is on the rise, and how you can protect your organization.
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What’s the Difference Between Endpoint Antivirus and Endpoint Security Software?
By Bob Erdman on Wed, 11/21/2018
The only honest answer to the question about the difference between endpoint antivirus and endpoint security is that it depends on who you ask. Read on as we highlight the three most common interpretations to this cyber security identity crisis.
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Is There Such a Thing as Free Antivirus for Businesses?
By Bob Erdman on Tue, 11/06/2018
Despite countless offers for free antivirus solutions, there are many other types of costs to consider when choosing the solution that is right for you.
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Free eBook: Secure File Transfer Project Examples
IT and cybersecurity teams frequently envision, create, and implement innovative uses for their secure file transfer software. These unique applications allow them to solve critical industry and organizational needs without using a secondary solution or tool!In this informational ebook, you'll discover countless ways your peers use managed file transfer (MFT) in their organizations. We share...
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Malware, Virus, Anti-malware, Antivirus: What’s the Difference?
By Bob Erdman on Tue, 10/30/2018
Read on to find out the difference between malware and a virus, and how you can best protect your organization from them.
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Is Antivirus Really Necessary for Linux?
By Bob Erdman on Tue, 10/23/2018
As evidenced by XBash and Kodi add-on malware, the myth that Linux is immune to viruses could not be further from the truth. In reality, Linux is becoming a lucrative target.