CISOs reveal what scares them Nov 15, 2009
Brewer: As the senior leader for information security at my organization, I view my primary responsibility as applying resources technology, people and process to reduce risk to our systems and sensitive information ... Brewer: To me, the most perplexing aspect of new technology development is the lack of information and questions that individuals and organizations sometimes ask before they are ready to sign up and send their personal and organizational sensitive information into the... (FCW.com)
Amazon called out over cloud security, secrecy Nov 14, 2009
EC2 is often a good fit when organizations need to defer large capital expenses, but Burton Group says the service is still not suitable for applications that store sensitive information, require identity management, high degrees of availability and high rates of I/O transactions. In the Burton Group's opinion, the bottom line is that "Today, EC2 is a good fit for stateless, parallel, transient, scale-out applications. But gaps in EC2's security and availability, poor enterprise management... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
> Nowhere to hide anymore using phones or e-mail Nov 14, 2009
Bruce Chizen, former CEO of who now is an adviser and investor at Advisers LLC and , said the wiretaps were not too surprising because people have slowed the use of e-mail as a method of communicating sensitive information. I think people have realized that everything is discoverable in e-mail and so everyone has realized never say anything in e-mail, Chizen said. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Eikenberry memos echo Obama's own concerns about Afghanistan Nov 13, 2009
Recent leaks to the press about the debate on Afghanistan as well as the Fort Hood shootings have so angered Defense Secretary Robert Gates that said Thursday that he would fire anyone discovered leaking sensitive information. Such leaks are not in the best interests of the country, said Mr. Gates, as he visited a factory producing new bomb-resistant trucks in Wisconsin. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
New contractor database draws fire Nov 10, 2009
Contractors providing sensitive information must be protected from security breaches. Competition could be adversely effected should sensitive information about a contractor's products and pricing be made public. (FCW.com)
Laptop Heist Exposes Doctors' Personal Data Nov 10, 2009
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association said the employees' ill-fated decision to transfer the sensitive information to a personal laptop violated the insurer's security policies. Just last week, more than 33,000 patients receiving care from a Daytona Beach, Fla. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Pakistan has very effective nuclear security regime Nov 10, 2009
No sharing: I reiterate in very unambiguous terms that there is absolutely no question of sharing or allowing any foreign individual, entity or state any access to sensitive information about our nuclear assets, said Majid, who is also the overall custodian of the development of the countrys strategic programme. The CJCSC rejected Hershs 7,000 words article, branding it absurd and plain mischief. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Release of some files in Yale killing approved Nov 7, 2009
New Haven Superior Court Judge Roland Fasano said certain sensitive information will remain confidential, and his ruling gave attorneys for Raymond Clark III enough time to appeal if they wish. Clark, 24, is charged with murder in the death of 24-year-old Annie Le, of Placerville, Calif. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Galleon-accused Deep Shah holed up in Mumbai Nov 7, 2009
According to the SEC, Kumar, 51, tipped Rajaratnam about price sensitive information about AMDs pending transactions with two Abu Dhabi sovereign funds and Rajaratnam traded on behalf of Galleon on that information ... The SEC said all the accused learned the material price sensitive information during the course of their employment and recklessly disregarded that they owed a fiduciary duty, or obligation arising from a relationship of trust, and confidence to keep the information... (India Times)
China to tighten grip on Internet Nov 7, 2009
(11-06) 01:17 PST -- A Chinese government watchdog plans to push Twitter-style Web sites to censor their content, the country's latest move to block Internet users from posting certain politically sensitive information online ... China to tighten grip on Twitter-style sites Articles A Chinese government watchdog plans to push Twitter-style Web sites to censor their content, the country's latest move to block Internet users from posting certain politically sensitive information online. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Preventing SQL injection attacks: A network admin's perspective Nov 6, 2009
Sensitive information needs to be encrypted both at rest and in transit over the network, but the most important contribution will likely be the addition of a Web application firewall (WAF) or some variation of an application-layer firewall as an additional defense. WAFs can provide protection beyond that of traditional network firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. (Search Security, MA)
* Windows 7s hidden gems Nov 5, 2009
And that could be a very big problem if you frequently transport sensitive information. The solution: Windows 7s BitLocker To Go technology, built into the Ultimate and Enterprise editions of the operating system. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Indian enterprises face data loss risk Nov 5, 2009
"The need to protect sensitive information like source code, intellectual property, employee and customer accounts has made enterprises realise that data loss can turn into a disaster in terms of competition, compliance and credibility," Symantec India managing director Vishal Dhupar told IANS here. The survey, conducted in August involving heads of IT infrastructure in verticals spanning banking and finance, manufacturing, media and entertainment, telecom, and IT and IT-enabled services, showed... (India Times)
Second Life creates virtual world for businesses Nov 5, 2009
"Hosting the Second Life Enterprise on a secured network allows us to conduct training, concept of operations exercises and collaborative engineering activities using sensitive information in safety.". Second Life was an online sensation after Linden launched the virtual world in 2003 as a place for people to play, socialize and do business. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
CSI Web portal recommended for local banks Nov 5, 2009
The Association reviewed programs that handle sensitive information in a secure manner and decided to recommend CSI s Web@Work Intranet services to meet those needs, said Association President and CEO Jerry Walker in a news release. We determined that Web@Work and the Web@Work Board Portal could help our members protect their data and communicate more efficiently, Walker said. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Gorgon JV partners to jointly market gas Nov 5, 2009
It said it would impose conditions designed to prevent commercially sensitive information being transferred to competing gas-producing projects. Authorisation is granted until the end of December 2015, which is a shorter period than that sought by the Gorgon partners. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China: U.S. partner, or rival? Nov 4, 2009
9: Critics say China is reinforcing its offensive to achieve global economic dominance by establishing large industrial (and military) spy networks in Western countries (the U.S. regularly arrests and convicts Chinese spies) and using hackers to break into Western companies' computer networks to steal sensitive information. Even the Russians are reportedly accusing the Chinese of stealing technology and using reverse engineering techniques to build a new generation of fighter planes. (CNN -- International)
1Planned Parenthood Director Quits After Watching Abortion on Ultrasound» Nov 4, 2009
Johnson said she did not intend to release any sensitive information about her former patients at the clinic. A hearing is set for Nov. 10 to determine whether a judge will order an injunction against Johnson and the Coalition for Life, which has led protests outside the clinic and joined her in a prayer vigil there last month. (Fox News)
Net Security Stocks: A Solid Corner of Tech Nov 3, 2009
While the company enjoys a virtual monopoly in the domain name business, there are still concerns about the profitability of one of its key businesses: security socket layer, or SSL, certificates, which merchants buy from the company in order to enable the encryption of sensitive information during online transactions and authenticate information about the certificate owner. While VeriSign has a 75% market share in these certificates, its average selling price has continued to decline over the... (BusinessWeek)
Local Planned Parenthood Director Quits, Is Slapped With Restraining Order Nov 3, 2009
The article makes plain that Planned Parenthood is concerned about the release of sensitive information ABOUT ITS PATIENTS.. Now, I know you are pro-life (because you tell us), and I know you have an agenda (ditto), but stop trying to twist a patient's right to priovacy into some sort of ridiculous conspiracy theory about Planned Parenthood. (Slate)
I-Team: Rick Tabish Talks of 10 Years Behind Bars Nov 3, 2009
Tabish said he knows the Aryan Warriors, but that he never used his job in the front office to obtain sensitive information. The guy who made those claims was trying to get a deal for himself and made it up. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Spy chief's disclosures stun Congress Nov 3, 2009
"If this ostensibly sensitive information can be released now, why could it not be released two months ago, when the public and Congress desperately needed it?" asked Jameel Jaffer, director of the ACLU's national security project. "This administration has a history of selectively releasing classified information in order to further its political goals.". (Yahoo News -- Espionage & Intelligence)
Privacy Tips Nov 1, 2009
We often forget how much sensitive information is contained in just one statement stub, whether it is your electricity, water or credit card bill ... There's no place like home for your sensitive information ... To ensure the privacy of any sensitive information, keep it at home. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
ID theft scam hunt goes global Nov 1, 2009
Variants of the Trojan used in the attack use a screen capture function in order to capture sensitive information. It's thought that many of the affected PCs became infected after victims of the attack (who'd failed to take adequate security precautions) were duped into following links in instant messenger conversations or spam emails that led to hacker-controlled websites hosting malware. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
How Google Voice Is Growing Oct 31, 2009
"We had intended to keep sensitive information regarding our partners and the number of Google Voice users confidential," Google said in a statement to. BusinessWeek. (BusinessWeek)
Ethics investigators probe dozens in Congress Oct 31, 2009
House administration rules require that if a lawmaker or staff member takes work home, "all users of House sensitive information must protect the confidentiality of sensitive information" from unauthorized disclosure. Leo Wise, chief counsel for the Office of Congressional Ethics, declined to comment, citing office policy against confirming or denying the existence of investigations. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Dozens Under House Ethics Investigations Oct 31, 2009
House administration rules require that if a lawmaker or staff member takes work home, "all users of House sensitive information must protect the confidentiality of sensitive information" from unauthorized disclosure ... House administration rules require that if a lawmaker or staff member takes work home, "all users of House sensitive information must protect the confidentiality of sensitive information" from unauthorized disclosure. (CBS News -- US)
Ex-ref's allegations to be reviewed Oct 30, 2009
NBA: Any Tim Donaghy allegations will be reviewed - ESPN. Updated: October 30, 2009, 4:07 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Breach prevention: How to keep track of data and applications Oct 30, 2009
Know where data resides: Data loss prevention technology, such as Symantec Corp.'s family of DLP products and McAfee Inc.'s DLP tools, can help ensure that an organization knows where credit card numbers and other critical data are stored and how that sensitive information is used. The technology can also monitor and prevent data from being copied to removable storage devices, which is a critical function in insider attacks. (Search Security, MA)
Donaghy's tell-all book canceled by publisher Oct 29, 2009
He gave gambling associates sensitive information, including which crews would officiate games and how the various officials and players interacted. His actions "compromised his objectivity as a referee because of his personal financial interest in the outcome of NBA games," the government said. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Government transparency exposes new IT challenges Oct 29, 2009
While a significant amount of government data being posted to the Web isnt considered sensitive, often times, there is sensitive information embedded in that data, McClure said. Its going to elevate the need to review information sometimes instantaneously, he said, requiring a new discipline for disclosure management that is somewhere between Web management and privacy management. (FCW.com)
Conroy blunder could damage Telstra Oct 28, 2009
And in a further gaffe, the most sensitive information in the 252-page document is highlighted in yellow ... A spokesman for Senator Conroy said the commercially sensitive information was "tabled by mistake and the Government regrets the error". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
ID theft scam hunt goes global Oct 28, 2009
Variants of the Trojan used in the attack use a screen capture function in order to capture sensitive information. It's thought that many of the affected PCs became infected after victims of the attack (who'd failed to take adequate security precautions) were duped into following links in instant messenger conversations or spam emails that led to hacker-controlled websites hosting malware. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Update: Ex-AMD CEO Ruiz reportedly linked to insider-trading case Oct 28, 2009
Such discussions would have involved the disclosure of sensitive information to potential partners. Related Links. (EETimes)
Row at India kidnap officer on TV Oct 28, 2009
Since his release, Atindranath Dutta has appeared on several television shows and police say he is divulging sensitive information. The officer was in charge of the police station when Maoist rebels stormed Sankrail town and looted the bank. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Facebook offers virtual memorials Oct 28, 2009
If a user is reported as deceased, Facebook will remove sensitive information such as status updates and contacts. When reporting a death, users must offer "proof" by submitting either an obituary or news article. (BBC News -- Technology)
Ex-AMD CEO Linked to Galleon Via Info Leak: Report Oct 28, 2009
The Wall Street Journal reported that Ruiz specifically imparted sensitive information about the restructuring of AMD at the time, in which it spun off its manufacturing operations into the Globalfoundries joint venture with an Abu Dhabi firm. Ruiz is now chairman of contract chipmaker and AMD-affiliate Globalfoundries. (ABC News -- Wire)
Privacy Tips Oct 27, 2009
We often forget how much sensitive information is contained in just one statement stub, whether it is your electricity, water or credit card bill ... There's no place like home for your sensitive information ... To ensure the privacy of any sensitive information, keep it at home. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Father, husband, soldier Oct 27, 2009
I can't really tell you exactly what I am doing or exactly where I am going, because it's sensitive information. Q. You don't talk about your job, but can you tell me about your military experience. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
How much? Twitter 'costs businesses 1.4bn' every year Oct 27, 2009
A third of workers admitted they had seen sensitive information posted on social networks. However, 84% said they felt it should be up to them what they posted online. (BBC News -- Technology)
University tightens oversight of sensitive research Oct 27, 2009
The move comes in the wake of the first US conviction, last year, of a university professor for trafficking military-sensitive information ... Roth had shared sensitive information relating to a plasma-guidance system for unmanned aircraft with a graduate student from Iran and another from China. (Scientific American)
Army certifies GlobalSCAPEs server Oct 27, 2009
Collectively, these technologies allow organizations to exchange sensitive information securely over the Internet. www. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Legislation seeks to rein in non-compete agreements Oct 27, 2009
The bill would require employees to be presented with a written version of the agreement before they begin working and specifically spell out what the agreements are for preventing former employees from providing sensitive information to competing employers. The bill would also ban such agreements for employees earning less than $75,000 per year. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Castro's sister 'spied for CIA' Oct 27, 2009
Juanita Castro, who now lives in Miami, said she had gathered sensitive information for the US for three years. In her memoirs, she said she had fallen out with Fidel and her other brother Raul - Cuba's current president - over the killing of their opponents. (BBC News -- Americas)
Australia's Future Fund to Be Investigated on Telstra Sale, Senator Says Oct 26, 2009
We have already made absolutely clear publicly that the Board and Agency had no access to non-public price sensitive information, said , a spokesman for the Future Fund. We will be happy to confirm this fact in response to any request from ASIC.. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
The Case Against 'Guantanamo-North' Oct 26, 2009
The process of discovery alone would cause release of sensitive information that might endanger lives and compromise current operations. Attorney and writer Andrew McCarthy has detailed the consequences of such frivolous release based on his experience in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing in which bin Laden himself was named openly, driving the terror leader into deeper hiding. (Human Events Online)
The Galleon affair: All at sea Oct 24, 2009
An insider-trading case against Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, a basketball team, was dismissed in July because he had not promised not to trade on sensitive information. Nailing hedge funds can be particularly difficult. (The Economist)
Hundreds of federal documents found on side of expressway Oct 21, 2009
Lewis said the documents Eyewitness News recovered, while exposing vendor names, account numbers and employee names seemingly sensitive information wouldn't be considered harmful, or dangerous in violating a person s private information. From what I saw, with vendors, it wouldn't be much of a concern to me anyway, as someone's personal information, social security number or phone number (would be), he said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Dont Accept Gifts. They Are Bribes. Oct 21, 2009
Why is it that any sensitive information which needs tack and diplomacy to pass across to the public is always handled by Okudzeto Ablakwa. Does the Mills administration love this country. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
About our ads Oct 20, 2009
Sensitive information, such as your password is encrypted for storage. For e-commerce transactions, in certain instances we may transmit your billing information using encryption. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Transcript of the Fourth Pillar Meeting, Istanbul Convention, Center Taksim Meeting Room Oct 20, 2009
So even years after we have been helping a country fight against speculation on its currency, for example, it is difficult to release such sensitive information. But certainly we can have an internal Independent Evaluation Office that carries out deeper analysis of what we are doing. (IMF News)
Toss Or Not To Toss Oct 20, 2009
And most important, shred any papers that include sensitive information so it does not end up in the wrong hands. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
No effort to take all credit for arrests Oct 18, 2009
I try my level best when releasing information as related to crimes in Orangeburg County to keep sensitive information that could be detrimental to citizens in my county away from print. I often use the word collaborative in reference to the various sources of information that aid us in an arrest or the conviction of individuals that have committed crimes. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
LA police union angered over document storage Oct 16, 2009
The Los Angeles Police Department's union is drawing attention to what it says are shoddy storage practices for sensitive information in at least two police stations. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
The state of Victoria Oct 16, 2009
The Office of Police Integrity, for example, reported that senior officers have leaked sensitive information to organised crime figures, and the police data watchdog accused force command of repeatedly failing to overhaul its information storage systems. Some of it was close to scandalous. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Cyber attack nets $479,000 in funds from county authority Oct 15, 2009
It is all too easy for identity thieves to intercept your sensitive information over the internet. By using secured sites, as denoted by an https URL in your Web browsers address bar or a small yellow padlock in the lower right corner of your web browser, you can ensure that no other persons on the internet can view your data transfer. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Wikipedia's battle in China Oct 15, 2009
Wales has refused to comply with Chinese censorship rules, which means certain pages containing sensitive information on both English and Chinese Wikipedia remain inaccessible. "The question is how comfortable is China about just describing the facts?" said Wales. (CNN -- International)
Tech Data creates unified, security units Oct 15, 2009
That creates an array of security issues, especially for key vertical markets implementing these technologies like government, education and healthcare, that need to protect sensitive information. The unified communications unit will offer businesses, government agencies and educational institutions a wide range of productivity and collaboration enhancements, Tech Data said. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
CSC to assist GSA with cyber investigations training Oct 14, 2009
The Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative was developed to improve how the federal government protects sensitive information on agency networks. Since the academy's inception in 1998, CSC has designed and taught all of the academy's courses, according to the company. (FCW.com)
Fighting fraud 'a game of chess' Oct 14, 2009
PayPal was in particular geared towards fighting against offenders involved in phishing crime, where criminals attempt to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy organisation, usually in email form. "We try to be ahead of fraudsters and in some ways it's like a game of playing chess," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Suit says ex-employee's actions scuttled $20M mill rehab deal Oct 14, 2009
But he maintains that was a routine occurrence as a senior project manager and didn t share any of the sensitive information with Kaufman, his attorney said. A trial could be scheduled next year. (Albany Business Review, NY)
State says Cambridge Police can charge $1,200 for detailed police log Oct 14, 2009
Given that a large number of documents, which may contain sensitive information about the identities of the victims and witnesses, are required to be properly viewed, I consider this to be a reasonable fee estimate provided by the department, Cote wrote. The department hasn t been providing descriptions of suspects and exact locations where police are dispatched since this past June. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
C00004000BA fined over poor disclosure in cap raising Oct 14, 2009
Commonwealth Bank has copped a $100,000 fine from the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) over alleged failures to disclose market sensitive information relating to its botched $2 billion capital raising last December ... ASIC said in its statement today CBA was obliged to immediately notify ASX as soon as it knew as it was price sensitive information. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Feinstein wants more troops in Afghanistan Oct 13, 2009
But Feinstein, whose post gives her access to sensitive information about the war's progress, said delaying the reinforcements also puts the forces already in Afghanistan at greater risk. She pointed to an Oct. 3 battle in northeastern Afghanistan in which eight U.S. soldiers were killed during an enemy attack on their remote outpost. (San Francisco Chronicle)
TD Banks integration woes not uncommon Oct 13, 2009
Fardone said many companies do not share information with partners until the merger is finalized in case the deal falls through leaving sensitive information in the hands of a competitor. But that often means that when a deal is completed, the two sides are surprised about what is contained in each other s IT platform. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
