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Emergency Procedures: Best Practices for Incident Response

  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Date: January 15, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Are you prepared to respond during and after a successful attack on your organization? When an incident occurs, how quickly and thoroughly you respond has a major impact on the damage done by hackers or malicious insiders. Join us for our complimentary webcast as we discuss best practices for emergency response to data breaches, internet attacks and other security incidents.

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Vendor Management: You Can't Outsource Risk

  • Industry: Banks
  • Date: January 27, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Vendor Management is a top priority for examiners this year. According to the FFIEC, “Financial institutions should have a comprehensive outsourcing risk management process to govern their technology service provider (TSP) relationships (FFIEC IT Examination Handbook).” Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss regulatory guidance for managing vendor risk and how you can improve your vendor risk management program.

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Managing Third Party Risk and Compliance

  • Industry: General
  • Date: February 10, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Tight integration with suppliers, service providers, franchisees and other third parties is essential to success in today’s interconnected business world. However, third parties introduce security and compliance risks that must be managed to protect sensitive information and satisfy regulatory requirements. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss best practices for managing third party risk and improving your risk management programs.

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Vendor Management: You Can't Outsource Risk

  • Industry: Credit Unions
  • Date: February 26, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Vendor Management is a top priority for NCUA examiners this year. According to the FFIEC, "Financial institutions should have a comprehensive outsourcing risk management process to govern their technology service provider (TSP) relationships (FFIEC IT Examination Handbook)." Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss regulatory guidance for managing vendor risk and how you can improve your vendor risk management program.

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Web Application Security: A Comprehensive Approach

  • Industry: General
  • Date: March 10, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Web applications are one of the fastest growing vectors of attack. In fact, over eighty percent of all internet attacks target applications according to Counter Threat UnitSM analysis of attack data from across SecureWorks’ client base. Join us for our free webcast as we discuss how to secure web applications with a balanced, defense-in-depth approach that minimizes risk.

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Virtual Security: Safeguarding Virtual Machines

  • Industry: Utilities
  • Date: March 24, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

According to Gartner, "Virtualization will transform how IT is managed, what is bought, how it is deployed, how companies plan and how they are charged." Seeking to gain the benefits of virtualization, many utilities are using virtualization now or planning to deploy virtual machines in the near future. Join us for our free webcast as we discuss the security implications of using virtual machines in your environment.

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Log Management SaaS: A Better Alternative

  • Industry: Enterprise
  • Date: March 31, 2009 at 3:00 pm est
  • Duration: 30 min. + Q&A

Log Management is a key operational process for security and compliance, but many enterprises face challenges implementing, managing and maintaining the technology required for efficient Log Management. Join us for a free webcast as we discuss Log Management technology and Software-as-a-Service alternatives that help enterprises overcome Log Management challenges quickly and cost effectively.

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Archived Webcasts

PCI DSS 1.2: Getting on the Path to Compliance (11/18/2008)

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 1.2 is comprised of 12 broad requirements which organizations must meet each year to maintain compliance. As with other regulations and guidelines, PCI DSS compliance cannot be achieved through technology alone. It requires establishing and maintaining a PCI Program that incorporates the appropriate policies, procedures and technology to ensure ongoing compliance through continuous protection of payment card data that is collected, stored or transmitted. Join our free webcast as we discuss how to build a successful PCI Program that will help your organization achieve and maintain compliance with the PCI DSS version 1.2.

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Top 5 SIEM Pitfalls: Understanding the Risks (10/28/2008)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is a key operational security process, but many SIEM projects fail due to unforeseen risks that result in higher costs and unmet expectations. Join us for a free webcast as we discuss the top 5 pitfalls enterprises encounter when deploying SIEM and how to avoid them.

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Red Flag Update: Developing Your Program (10/16/2008)

Recently, the OTS revealed ID Theft/Red Flag Examination Procedures to assess compliance after the November 1 deadline. These procedures have been agreed upon by each agency and will encompass verification of a comprehensive written Program, periodic identification of covered accounts, appropriate training and effective oversight. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss what to expect in examinations and how to develop a successful ID Theft/Red Flag Program.

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PCI DSS 1.2: What You Need to Know (10/14/2008)

The Payment Card Industry (PCI) Security Standards Council recently announced revisions to the PCI Data Security Standard that will be incorporated into version 1.2 when it is released to the public. Join us for our free webcast as our PCI Qualified Security Assessors (QSAs) discuss the new changes and how they will impact merchants and service providers.

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Red Flag Update: Developing Your Program (10/08/2008)

Recently, the OTS revealed ID Theft/Red Flag Examination Procedures to assess compliance after the November 1 deadline. These procedures have been agreed upon by each agency and will encompass verification of a comprehensive written Program, periodic identification of covered accounts, appropriate training and effective oversight. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss what to expect in examinations and how to develop a successful ID Theft/Red Flag Program.

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Best Practices for PCI Compliance (10/07/2008)

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard has had a major impact on Universities. After an initial period of uncertainty and inaction towards PCI compliance, many Universities have learned the hard way that PCI compliance is not optional if your institution processes, stores or transmits credit card data. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss Best Practices for PCI Compliance and how Universities are meeting the requirements.

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Aligning Your Security Program with Your Business (09/23/2008)

Understanding the impact of security issues on your business is essential to aligning your security program with business objectives. Recognizing the potential risks to your business processes allows you to prioritize security operations and allocate resources to more effectively manage those risks. In this complimentary webcast, we will discuss best practices for determining the business impact of security risks.

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Best Practices for IT Security Compliance (09/16/2008)

Regulations and standards for protecting sensitive data continue to raise the compliance bar for companies providing insurance coverage. Falling under the scope of GLBA, SOX, PCI, HIPAA and other regulations, insurance providers must comply with multiple requirements for securing their networks and data. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss methods for satisfying key regulations and streamlining the compliance process.

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IT Security Triage: Critical Needs for Healthcare (08/19/2008)

Prioritizing critical needs is essential when resources are insufficient to address everything. In IT Security, that means identifying the biggest risks to your IT assets and determining the best way to address them. Join our free webcast as we discuss top IT security needs for healthcare providers and best practices for satisfying those needs in a cost effective fashion.

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Red Flag Update (08/12/2008)

Set to go into effect on November 1 of this year, the Red Flag Regulations require Credit Unions to institute an ID theft prevention program to detect common indicators of fraud - a.k.a. "red flags" - in an effort to stem the billions of dollars identity fraud costs businesses and individuals every year. Some organizations have already implemented measures to comply, while many others still have questions about what steps their institution should take. Join our complimentary webcast as we review the Red Flag Regulations and discuss how they have impacted Credit Unions so far.

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Building and Sustaining a Security Operations Center (07/29/2008)

Your security team plays a crucial role in securing and maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and availability of your business' IT assets. However, time and resource constraints limit security operations and their effectiveness. Join our free webcast as we discuss best practices for building sustainable security operations that meet your business needs and make the most of your security team.

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Red Flag Update (07/17/2008)

In an effort to stem the billions of dollars that identity fraud costs businesses and individuals every year, the Red Flag Regulations require Banks to institute an ID theft prevention program to detect common indicators of fraud - a.k.a. "red flags". Set to go into effect on November 1 of this year, some organizations have already implemented measures to comply with the Red Flag Regulations, while many others still have questions about what steps their institution should take. Join our complimentary webcast as we review the Red Flag Regulations and discuss what Banks are doing to satisfy them.

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Security Business Impact Analysis (06/24/2008)

Understanding the impact security has on your business is essential to aligning your security program with business objectives. Recognizing the potential risks to your business processes allows you to prioritize security operations and allocate resources to more effectively manage those risks. However, many organizations experience "disconnects" between their IT security operations and the business processes they protect.

Join our free webcast as we discuss best practices for analyzing your business processes, identifying critical IT assets, determining their relative value and leveraging that information to improve your security program.

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Security Landscape for Retailers (06/10/2008)

Attacks on retailers continued to rise in 2007 with cybercriminals taking advantage of new attack vectors and techniques to steal sensitive data. Protecting more than 2,000 organizations from internet threats, SecureWorks has unique insight into the attacks and security trends impacting retailers today. Join our free webcast as we review attack stats and trends from 2007 and provide guidance on how you can protect IT assets in a rapidly changing security landscape.

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Making the Most of Your Security Budget (05/20/2008)

With IT spending growth projected to drop substantially this year, organizations will be faced with the challenge of meeting increasing security and compliance requirements without increasing their IT security spending. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss various ways businesses can protect their IT assets and comply with regulations while making the most of their security dollars.

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Security Landscape for Credit Unions (05/06/2008)

Attacks on Credit Unions continued to rise in 2007 with cybercriminals taking advantage of new attack vectors and techniques to steal sensitive financial data. Protecting more than 1,500 financial institutions from internet threats, SecureWorks has unique insight into the attacks and security trends impacting Credit Unions today. Join our free webcast as we review attack stats and trends from 2007 and provide guidance on how you can protect your organization in a rapidly changing security landscape.

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Hand in Hand: Security and Compliance (05/01/2008)

SecureWorks' Ted Keniston and Yankee Group's Sandra Palumbo discuss the importance of keeping security and compliance initiatives aligned and working toward the same goals. Listen as they discuss key guidelines, the hottest trends and the relationship between security and compliance. PDF is also available.

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PCI DSS Update: SAQ Version 1.1 (04/29/2008)

On February 6, a new Self Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) was issued by the PCI Security Standards Council. Designed to assist merchants and service providers in evaluating their compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), the new SAQ version 1.1 is significantly different than the previous version.

After April 30, merchants and service providers will be required to complete and submit a new Self Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) to validate their compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Version 1.1. Join our complimentary webcast to learn about the new SAQ and understand the impact it will have on your organization.

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Securing Your Global Network (04/15/2008)

The demand for global visibility and on-demand production data has led to widely distributed manufacturing networks. By connecting facilities, suppliers and customers to their corporate networks, many manufacturers have leveraged the internet to streamline their operations. However, this has also introduced security concerns that must be addressed. Securing these networks and managing the risks introduced by global facilities and suppliers is a significant challenge.

Join us for a complimentary webcast as we discuss common manufacturing security issues and best practices for protecting your global network.

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Security Landscape for Banks (04/08/2008)

Attacks on Banks continued to rise in 2007 with cybercriminals taking advantage of new attack vectors and techniques to steal sensitive financial data. Protecting more than 1,500 financial institutions from internet threats, SecureWorks has unique insight into the attacks and security trends impacting Banks today. Join our free webcast as we review attack stats and trends from 2007 and provide guidance on how you can protect your organization in a rapidly changing security landscape.

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Building a Successful PCI Program (03/18/2008)

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 1.1 is comprised of 12 broad requirements which organizations must meet each year to maintain compliance. As with other regulations and guidelines, PCI DSS compliance cannot be achieved through technology alone. It requires establishing and maintaining a PCI Program that incorporates the appropriate policies, procedures and technology to ensure ongoing compliance through continuous protection of payment card data that is collected, stored or transmitted.

A successful PCI Program will help your organization achieve and maintain compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). In this webcast we will discuss best practices you can use to develop and implement a program for PCI compliance that fits your organization's needs and requirements.

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The State of Healthcare IT Security (03/11/2008)

As healthcare providers continue to leverage IT to improve patient care and services, the risk of a data breach grows greater. In response, many providers have recognized the need for better IT security controls around private healthcare information. Join our complimentary webcast as we discuss the state of healthcare IT security and detail best practices being used by many providers to help address their security and compliance requirements.

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Security On Demand: SIEM as a Service (02/26/2008)

Making sense of the logs produced by all of the devices on your network is no simple task. Many organizations have purchased Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms to assist in their log monitoring efforts, only to find out that they do not have the resources or knowledge to effectively and efficiently deploy, manage and maintain the technology.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) technology offers strong security and compliance benefits by collecting, correlating and analyzing security data from many diverse systems across your network. In this webcast, we will discuss a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that provides proven SIEM technology on demand and full-featured SIEM solutions deployed as a service - without any management or maintenance burden.

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Best Practices for Log Management (02/12/2008)

Coming from devices all over your network, logs are rich with information. But collecting and retaining all of this log data and making sense of it, poses a significant challenge for most enterprises. Millions of logs are generated every day by firewalls, IDS/IPS, routers, switches, servers, databases, applications and other sources, making log management a difficult task.

Fueled by security and compliance requirements, many enterprises are turning to log management technology to ensure compliance and support forensic efforts. In this webcast we will discuss best practices to help you overcome the challenge of collecting, analyzing and retaining millions of logs everyday in an enterprise environment.

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Regulators Raise the Bar: Latest FIL (02/05/2008)

In 2008, Credit Unions will find themselves grappling with two major developments from the regulatory bodies. First, the Red Flag rules for Identity Theft Prevention were passed in October and require the development and implementation of a written Identity Theft Prevention Program by November 1, 2008. Second, the FDIC has just issued a letter titled "Information Technology - Risk Management Program." In the FIL the FDIC makes significantly more explicit the examination expectations for Financial Institutions, including requiring commitments from officers similar to Sarbanes-Oxley.

The Information Technology - Risk Management FIL and Red Flag regulations significantly raise the bar for documentation and infrastructure in the financial community. In this webcast we will discuss the impact of these new regulatory tools and how they impact Credit Unions.

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Securing SCADA Networks (01/29/2008)

 

Responsible for monitoring and controlling critical infrastructure processes, SCADA networks are core utility assets. With the recent CIA confirmation of cyber attacks disrupting power equipment and affecting multiple cities, it is clear that SCADA networks must be protected from cyber threats. However, unique protocols and systems make securing SCADA networks a challenge for many utilities. Protecting these vital networks from cyber threats requires a combination of security expertise and in-depth knowledge of the specialized protocols and systems that are a part of SCADA networks.


In this webcast we will discuss how SCADA networks can be secured and protected against cyber threats.

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Regulators Raise the Bar: Latest FIL (01/24/2008)

In 2008, Banks will find themselves grappling with two major developments from the regulatory bodies. First, the Red Flag rules for Identity Theft Prevention were passed in October and require the development and implementation of a written Identity Theft Prevention Program by November 1, 2008. Second, the FDIC has just issued a letter titled "Information Technology - Risk Management Program." In the FIL the FDIC makes significantly more explicit the examination expectations for Financial Institutions, including requiring commitments from officers similar to Sarbanes-Oxley.

The Information Technology - Risk Management FIL and Red Flag regulations significantly raise the bar for documentation and infrastructure in the banking community. In this webcast we will discuss the impact of these new regulatory tools and how they impact Banks.

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Thinking Beyond the Firewall: How the Next Generation of Internet Threats is Bypassing Traditional Government Defenses (09/14/2006)

The majority of new Internet attacks targeting businesses completely bypass the firewall. Instead, they focus on vulnerable websites and applications. Cross Site Scripting, Cookie Tampering, SQL Injection and File Inclusion are just a few of the new attack methods that bypass firewalls and anti-virus. Join us to learn more about these threats and how you can protect yourself. Click to Access Webcast

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