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Wed, 30 Apr 08
Worshipful Company of Security Professionals establishes Shield in the City of London
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261597.html
Friday May 2 will mark the inauguration of the Worshipful Company of Security Professionals. The Lord Mayor, the Rt. Hon. The Lord Mayor Alderman David Lewis, accompanied by High Officers and Aldermen of the City of London will present Letters of Patent and receive the Company into Livery amid all the pomp and circumstance of a ceremony at the Mansion House. This will be followed by a celebrator

Wed, 30 Apr 08
Westminster Security enhances security at Juba Airport in Sudan
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261596.html
On Thursday 24th April the Westminster Group Plc, hosted at its UK Headquarters a delegation from the Government of Southern Sudan including the Hon David Deng Athorbei, Minister of Transport and Roads.In March Westminster received a Letter of Appointment confirming the award of a contract for extensive security enhancements at Juba Airport, Southern Sudan and the Minister's visit to Westminst

Wed, 30 Apr 08
DataCom Systems and EVT Partner to Provide Networked Video Management in the US
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261594.html
DataCom Systems Inc. has announced a new partnership with EVT, a provider of video management software. Datacom will market and support EVT's line of Video Management Systems (VMS) and Networked Video Recorders (NVRs) in the US. By teaming up with EVT, Datacom will be able to deliver comprehensive video surveillance solutions to its end-users, enabling any system operator to easily monitor and

Tue, 29 Apr 08
SIMPLY BIOMETRICS TARGETS GROWING SECURITY SOLUTIONS MARKET
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261592.html
A new web based company offering biometric technology has been launched by leading identity management consultants Human Recognition Systems (HRS). www.simplybiometrics.com features over 100 products from leading companies such as Ingersoll Rand, Panasonic, Hitachi, Fujitsu, Sagem, Bioscrypt, CrossMatch and L1.The site allows system integrators, installers and security consultants to purchase

Tue, 29 Apr 08
Transnet Freight Rail implements NICE end-to-end solution for IP video security
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261591.html
Transnet Freight Rail has decided to standardize on NICE, undertaking a multi million-dollar project to implement NiceVision Net, NICE's end-to-end solution for IP video security. The NICE intelligent security solution will enable Transnet Freight Rail to monitor and record images from thousands of IP video surveillance cameras located throughout 670 sites across the country.Transnet Freight R

Tue, 29 Apr 08
DeviceLock endpoint security software ensures law firm's information security and confidentiality of data
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261589.html
Law firm Paris Smith & Randall LLP has purchased endpoint security software DeviceLock to ensure information security and confidentiality of data. This ensures that no information can be removed or copied from the corporate system without permission and gives the firm absolute confidence in its security.DeviceLock controls access to all ports and devices, including USB ports, CD-ROMs, storage

Tue, 29 Apr 08
ADI-GARDINER Helps Secure Flagship Audi Showroom
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261593.html
ADI-GARDINER's Chelmsford branch along with local firm Hewes Security has supplied the new Audi dealership at Rayleigh in Southend with an ideal detection solution that matches the stylish design of the cars and building. GJD's D-Tect2 was specially chosen to provide a secure environment for more than 60 cars featured in the Audi showroom. Spanning a two-acre site, it is the largest dealership

Tue, 29 Apr 08
Dedicated Micros CCTV technology maximizes security and processes at UK's largest port
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261588.html
The Port of Grimsby & Immingham, the UK's largest port by tonnage is now taking advantage of the latest digital networked CCTV technology from Dedicated Micros, recommended by installer DJ Byers CCTV, to maximize both security and the port's operational and logistical processes.Back in August 2007, owner and operator Associated British Ports (ABP) turned to DJ Byers CCTV to advise on how best

Tue, 29 Apr 08
Behaviour-based biometric for security without sensors
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261584.html
Problematic passwords and expensive biometric sensor technology can now be replaced with a cost-effective authentication method from e-Solutions. The new solution identifies users based on individual typing behaviour, including speed, rhythm and agility, which is just as personalised as handwriting. Remote Biometric Authentication from e-Solutions makes remote network access highly secure and

Tue, 29 Apr 08
FrontRange Solutions acquires Centennial Software
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261587.html
FrontRange Solutions has announced that it has acquired Centennial Software. Centennial, a recognized player in Dynamic Infrastructure Management Products, including Auto-Discovery, Inventory Management and License Management Solutions, serves more than 3,200 supported customers worldwide, with more than 200 partners across the globe."We've seen a growing trend of service desk customers selec

Fri, 25 Apr 08
VMC-1 Eagle Video Management Centre helps security personnel remain focused and work effectively
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261073.html
Dallmeier has announced the launch of the VMC-1 'Eagle' (Video Management Centre), a Security Control Centre consisting of a keyboard, joystick, jog-shuttle and monitor. The features of the VMC-1 'Eagle' ensures the efficient operation of even complex video security systems without operator fatigue or loss of concentration. The ergonomically designed VMC-1 'Eagle' makes it easier for security

Fri, 25 Apr 08
SkyRecon Supports Windows Server 2008 and Microsoft Network Access Protection (NAP) Agents
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261572.html
SkyRecon Systems has announced support for Windows Server 2008 and the native NAP platform that is built into Microsoft's new operating system Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista , and Windows XP Service Pack 3. SkyRecon's StormShield solution protects businesses from the real threats of data leakage, data theft, system misuse, unauthorised access, and zero-day attacks.SkyRecon's flagship

Fri, 25 Apr 08
BeCrypt Group annouces 100% leap in pre-tax profits
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261583.html
BeCrypt has announced its pre-audited results for the financial year ended 29 February 2008, showing an increase in revenue of over 50% with an over 100% increase in profit before tax. The company has achieved significant growth in both licence and maintenance revenue. BeCrypt has continued its growth in UK central and local government markets and has seen continuing growth in its internationa

Fri, 25 Apr 08
Agent Vi Video Analytics Software Protect Rare Artwork at Dolmabahce Palace
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261578.html
Agent Vi has announced it has been selected by the Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul, Turkey to provide its video analytics technology to protect the historic facility.Built in 1853 and open to the public for tours today, the 11.2 acre complex includes a 285-room palace with the world's largest collection of Bohemian and Baccarat crystal chandeliers. It also features 150-year-old bearskin rugs ori

Fri, 25 Apr 08
IndigoVision provides digital CCTV surveillance for Enjoy Group casinos in Chile
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261580.html
Many casinos are now finding that their existing analogue/VCR CCTV systems cannot cope with the demands of the complex surveillance environment associated with modern casino operations. Long-term storage and fast retrieval of video from a VCR-based system is a big problem. Enjoy Group has chosen IndigoVision's IP Video system to provide a complete digital CCTV surveillance solution for all nin

Fri, 25 Apr 08
BBC journalists show how easy it is to obtain stolen credit and debit card details on the internet
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261581.html
The BBC has announced that UK credit and debit card fraud on the internet is much greater than previously estimated. An undercover investigation by BBC News revealed how easy it was to obtain stolen credit and debit card details on the internet.Posing as computer hackers, two journalists infiltrated a website selling thousands of stolen card details which had been stolen online from small inte

Fri, 25 Apr 08
Malicious JavaScript injection evolves
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261582.html
Websense Security Labs has been tracking a recent development of the malicious JavaScript injection that compromised thousands of domains at the start of this month, just 2-3 weeks ago. The attackers have now switched over to a new domain as their hub for hosting the malicious payload in this attack. We have no doubt that the two attacks are related as our brief analysis in our blog will deta

Fri, 25 Apr 08
MicroWorld announces new partner Spearhead Networks in Ghana
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261248.html
MicroWorld Technologies Inc. has announced its new partner Spearhead Networks in Ghana as part of its expansion drive. MicroWorld's Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam and Content Security products eScan and MailScan are powered by several unique technologies. eScan is powered by the MWL technology, with a quick updating Anti-Virus system and it uses advanced Intentional Analysis to detect previously unknow

Thu, 24 Apr 08
Semantic Analysis Addresses Data Leak Protection Flaws
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261542.html
nexTier Networks has announced that it has completed the development of a semantic analysis engine capable of handling the accuracy, scale and performance required for the protection of information in enterprises. nextTier's patent-pending algorithms are optimized to identify at network speed, the origin and classification of information in use within the entire enterprise so that proper poli

Thu, 24 Apr 08
New USB 2.0 DVR Guardian converts any PC or laptop into a digital video recording surveillance system
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261543.html
Swann Security has announced USB 2.0 DVR Guardian , a compact, portable system that turns any PC or laptop into an advanced surveillance system capable of monitoring home, office or retail space.The Swann USB 2.0 DVR Guardian is easily installed by simply plugging it directly into the computer's USB port. The DVR supports up to four channels, so the user can choose to display and record live

Tue, 22 Apr 08
Agent Vi and AbeoTS provide video analytics software for the Potomac Basin Security System project
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261570.html
Agent Vi has announced that it has partnered with national systems engineering firm Abeo Technical Solutions LLC (AbeoTS) to provide video analytics software for the Potomac Basin Security System (PBSS) project. The area, including Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Bolling Air Force Base, and the Washington Navy Yard is of strategic importance given its proximity to the nation's capital

Tue, 22 Apr 08
Chameleon control system enables monitoring and management of images transmitted via any CCTV technology
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261574.html
Remote Video Response (RVR) will launch at IFSEC Chameleon, a new control system that will enable RVR to monitor, manage and respond to images transmitted via any CCTV technology regardless of make or manufacturer, predominantly over IP, and without sending the images to multiple people within the Remote Video Response Centre (RVRC).The result is that installers and end users will be able to u

Tue, 22 Apr 08
Allen-Vanguard CBRNE software application predicts CBRNE hazard areas around a suspect device
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261569.html
Allen-Vanguard has launched ROV-Track CBRNE, a software application for its Defender and Vanguard bomb disposal robots which predicts and illustrates CBRNE hazard areas around a suspect device.The hazard prediction is based on data compiled by meteorological and CBRNE sensors integrated with the ROV and transmitted to the command console. Scene controllers are provided with a clear visual dis

Mon, 21 Apr 08
New Electric Bolt-lock from Magnet Schultz
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261566.html
Magnet Schultz will launch its new Electric Bolt-lock at IFESC. It provides high security control for a spectrum of applications including goods lifts, hoists, security gates and other slam-lock applications. The robust, anti-tamper construction has been designed for high performance and weatherproofed for outdoor use. The compact, heavy-duty Bolt-lock is suitable for fail-safe or fail secure

Mon, 21 Apr 08
E.J. Ward selects NovaTracker's wireless real-time GPS for fleet tracking
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261567.html
E.J. Ward, Inc. has selected NovaTracker's GPS / wireless real-time GPS unit which will soon be installed in thousands of government and commercial fleets. The Ward Track GPS vehicle tracking solution will give fleet/operational managers the ability to optimize and lower fleet risks and expenses. As part of the Ward-NovaTracker supplier partnership, privately-owned Ward will offer the highly c

Mon, 21 Apr 08
Sophos protects JANET gateway from spam, phishing and data leakage
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261568.html
Sophos today announced that JANET(UK), the company that operates the UK's education and research computer network, has selected Sophos's ES4000 email appliance to protect its gateway from spam, phishing and data leakage. The appliance will protect the government-funded organisation from email-borne malware attacks, and since installation, has blocked on average 100,000 spam emails a month.The

Fri, 18 Apr 08
P2P networks for file-sharing should be of great concern to company IT managers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261564.html
Seattle-based Gregory Kopiloff, who made security history last November by becoming the first person to be indicted on peer-2-peer (P2P) identify theft charges, has been sentences to 51 months in prison. The case proves the danger that using P2P services for illegal software and media downloads now poses."Not only do P2P users faces the risk of prosecution by the authorities and even disconne

Fri, 18 Apr 08
International law firm outsources two-factor authentication operations to Signify
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261565.html
Lovells, one of the world's leading international law firms, has outsourced its RSA SecurID two-factor authentication (2FA) to Cambridge based Signify. With growing demand for secure 24/7 remote access to sensitive information and resources, the Signify 2FA managed service has now been rolled out to more than 1500 Lovells employees and partners.Signify also supports Lovells secure Extranet th

Fri, 18 Apr 08
Absolute Software helps UK police cracking down on computer theft
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261560.html
The recent spate of high profile UK Government data loss incidents appears to be beyond measure. But these reflect a simple truth: today's world is increasingly mobile, and the devices we use to achieve that contain even more critical information, business, governmental and personal. Absolute Software's tracking and recovery software, Computrace One , is unique in that it provides the underl

Thu, 17 Apr 08
ABLOY controls access at Ninewells Hospital
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261559.html
High performance access control products have been at the heart of the security and safety regime at Ninewells Hospital, located on the western outskirts of Dundee, since it opened in 1974. Today, over 57,000 doors at the hospital, which is part of Tayside University Hospitals NHS Trust and serves 400,000 people in Tayside and the North East Fife region of Scotland, are fitted with an ABLOY prod

Thu, 17 Apr 08
SafeNet completes acquisition of Ingrian Networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261558.html
SafeNet, Inc. has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Ingrian Networks, Inc., a provider of Enterprise Data Protection and privacy solutions. Ingrian's DataSecure family of products complements SafeNet's data security solutions to ensure that enterprise and government organisations are compliant and limit liabilities. With this acquisition, SafeNet becomes the first vendor t

Thu, 17 Apr 08
Aladdin eToken NG-FLASH Features Encrypted Flash and Flexible Java Card Technology
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261557.html
Aladdin Knowledge Systems has announced the general availability of the Aladdin eToken NG-FLASH 72K, the first product that combines the features of a USB encrypted flash drive and a unique, open Java Card technology with an advanced smartcard for the most secure strong authentication. Eliminating the need for separate tokens for access and storage, Aladdin eToken NG-FLASH 72K combines up to f

Thu, 17 Apr 08
85% of burgled UK households did not have a security system installed at the time of the break in
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261554.html
According to a new survey by Intamac, one in four (22%) of households in the UK have been burgled - an estimated 4.85 million homes. 25% of all burglaries actually occur when residents are at home, 28% when residents are at work, and 12% when residents are on holiday. Yet despite these figures, the research revealed that 85% of those burgled did not have a security system installed at the time of

Thu, 17 Apr 08
Merck Brazil deploys Blue Coat ProxySG and ProxyAV to manage Web usage
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261550.html
Blue Coat Systems, Inc. has announced that Merck Brazil, a division of the leading manufacturer of vaccines and medicines in Latin America, has deployed Blue Coat ProxySG and Blue Coat ProxyAV appliances to manage Web usage, accelerate Internet content and applications, protect against malware and enforce policies for employee Web usage.Blue Coat appliances provide Merck with a unique comb

Thu, 17 Apr 08
Simplified alarm set-up with Scantronic 65EN
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261548.html
Scantronic has announced that their 65EN alarm panel, available through Norbain, now comes with a 9953EN prox keypad which can be connected to the AX10, a remote setting prox unit that can be used on the exterior of a building (up to 5m away from the 9953EN keypad).This gives the user a number of advantages. It means that the system can be set from outside the building, removing any worries ab

Thu, 17 Apr 08
Outsourcing application coding increases risks of being hacked
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261555.html
In a new report released by Quocirca, organisations that admitted to being frequently hacked, all outsource at least some of their coding practice, with 90 percent outsourcing more than 40 percent. With this in mind the hacker's future looks rosy as outsourcing applications is on the up, with 78 percent of organisations that say software development is business critical for them choosing to outso

Tue, 15 Apr 08
Underground exchange service promotes the sale of fraudulent credit card data with volume discounts for large-scale fraudsters
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261547.html
Researchers at Finjan have revealed the existence of another underground exchange service - SellCVV2 - promoting the sale of fraudulent credit card data with guarantees and volume discounts for large-scale fraudsters."The site, which appears to use Google's Blogspot service, is typical of a number of portals promoting the exchange of fraudulent card data. But what is apparent from the SellCVV2

Tue, 15 Apr 08
Axis-3d baggage scanning system protects Beijing Olympics venues
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261549.html
The latest generation of Axis-3d baggage scanning system, from 3DX-Ray Limited, has been chosen by the Chinese authorities to protect several venues at the Beijing Olympics.The Axis-3d represents a fundamental shift from traditional baggage scanning equipment as it displays the image in full 3D, as opposed to the flat 2D of conventional systems. This is based around the company's innovative

Mon, 14 Apr 08
PGP Mobile encryption allows enterprise users to easily protect data on smartphones
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261544.html
Recent research conducted by the Ponemon Institute found the leading source of data breaches in both the United States and United Kingdom was the loss or theft of mobile devices, including smartphones. With the cost of data breaches averaging $197 and GBP47 per record respectively, the protection of data transferred and used on mobile devices is highly critical. Many organisations have only started

Mon, 14 Apr 08
Samsung Electronics IR cameras available through Norbain
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261545.html
Samsung Electronics has launched a new range of IR cameras, available through Norbain, providing clear, sharp images, both day and night.The SCC range consists of 350 and 540TVL bullet-type cameras and domes with in-built IR lighting and backlight compensation, making them ideal for applications with no lighting. To ensure the cameras capture the best images, they adopt a high sensitivity moni

Mon, 14 Apr 08
SecurAccess tokenless two factor authentication enables secure remote working for Aspen Insurance employees
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261546.html
Insurance and reinsurance company Aspen Insurance holdings has selected SecurEnvoy's tokenless two factor authentication solution, SecurAccess, to enable secure remote working for its employees in London, the US and Bermuda.SecurAccess uses sms messages as an additional authentication factor, eliminating the need for smart cards or tokens. When users wish to log on to the corporate network, t

Sun, 13 Apr 08
Don't be a victim of Cybercrime
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261449.html
There are thousands of people around the world that make a living exploiting the security loop holes by accessing your personal identity, passwords and bank accounts. When you access the Internet through the world wide web it is extremely important that you safe guard your personal information.Internet users who access bank accounts, e-currency accounts or any source of personal information o

Sat, 12 Apr 08
Aviation, maritime and rail network security screening methodologies are of limited value without operational security integrity
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261573.html
Ever since 11th September 2001, there has been significant focus on the screening of passengers and their baggage, as the industry has always had a tendency to be reactive.Yet, the reality is that aviation, maritime and rail network security screening methodologies, processes and technologies are of limited value unless one can maintain the security integrity of their operational environment.

Fri, 11 Apr 08
Virtual security offers added value for operators
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261575.html
The demands of the development of high-speed broadband mean that telecoms operators have to undertake major investment programs for the deployment of their networks as demand for all forms of content increases.For Internet Service Providers (ISPs) the revenues obtained from Internet subscriptions are no longer sufficient to fund this effort, given competition and price wars between operators a

Fri, 11 Apr 08
Encryption: Don't forget your keys
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261576.html
The protection of sensitive data is one of the most critical concerns for organisations and their customers. Coupled with growing regulatory and governance pressures, this is forcing businesses to protect the integrity, privacy and security of information under their control more than ever before. While this is a complex challenge that requires both policy and technology, cryptography is emer

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Mango DSP Partners with Steelbox Networks to Deliver Analytic-Enabled Intelligent Video Networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261310.html
Mango DSP and Steelbox Networks have signed a partnership agreement to present the industry with a comprehensive intelligent video, processing, distribution, storage and management solution. Current and future customers of Steelbox video surveillance network solutions will now have the option to integrate Mango DSP's Raven-X2 and Raven-M video servers and to experience free choice of content a

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Confidential data theft continues in the workplace
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261561.html
Figures out today indicate that 42 per cent of adults in the UK have taken data out of the workplace to work on at home according to consumer survey experts TNS in a survey commissioned by LogLogic. Of these, almost half (45 per cent) stated that the data was classed as being company confidential while an additional five per cent were unsure on the sensitivity of the information. Less than h

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Malware found on pro-Tibetan independence websites
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261563.html
ScanSafe has detected malware on the www.FreeTibet.org and SaveTibet.org websites, two pro-Tibetan independence websites. Visitors to the homepages of these sites are exposed to an iFrame that redirects users to a site that hosts a Trojan downloader. A Trojan downloader is a program typically installed through an exploit or some other deceptive means and that facilitates the download and inst

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Justification and Return on Investment of automated penetration testing
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261535.html
A critical problem for public and private institutions is the increasing threat of attack. This is due to a combination of increasingly sophisticated and automated attack tools, the rapid increase in the number of vulnerabilities being discovered and the increasing connectivity of users. As systems are opened to employees, customers and trading partners, networks becomes more complex and most like

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Emerging and Future threats to Information Security
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261551.html
Predicting the future threats is very tough in today's technology driven world. Going back and comparing the threat scenario few years ago with today will provide an insight into how quickly the threat has become more serious in a short period of time. The virus writers of yesteryears were like the gun slinging cowboys of the Wild West who created virus code for fame and the desire to showoff

Thu, 10 Apr 08
Westminster Group announces 71% increase in revenue
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261556.html
Westminster Group plc has announced its maiden preliminary results for the 12 months to 31 December 2007. This year has seen a number of major transformations for Westminster.Highlights for the period• Successful admission to AIM in June 2007 and share placing raising GBP2.5m net;• 71% pro rata increase in revenue;• 18% pro rata increase in gross profit margin to 35.7%;• Significant uptu

Tue, 8 Apr 08
The next generation of secure email delivery
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261411.html
Email has evolved into one of the most important methods of communication in the business world today, enabling organisations to share information and interact with customers, employees, clients and partners. However, the growth of email traffic has been matched by an increasing security threat, and email has become a serious potential weak spot in corporate IT systems. As a number of high-profi

Tue, 8 Apr 08
Sensorii software helps security personnel to better manage pan-tilt-zoom video cameras
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261533.html
Vumii has announced the introduction of Sensorii, a new software platform designed to provide security personnel with a means to better manage pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) video cameras as well as heighten situational awareness for improved perimeter protection. Sensorii, compatible with a wide variety of standard industry outdoor surveillance cameras, including Sony, Pelco, and Axis, as well as Vumii'

Tue, 8 Apr 08
Debunking misconceptions over smart cards
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261538.html
The potential benefits for any large organisation of using smart card technologies are immense, encompassing reduced security risk exposure, increased efficiency, improved compliance and better access to services for all. Despite these benefits, misconceptions over smart cards mean they are still not being embraced as widely as they should. But what are these myths and should businesses be genuine

Mon, 7 Apr 08
Sunderland AFC boosts network defence with RandomStorm
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261525.html
Sunderland AFC like all the major football clubs has invested heavily in developing a Website as a critical component of its commercial operations. Fans are encouraged to visit the site to book and pay for match and season tickets as well shop for their replica shirts, posters and other club merchandise. In addition to the club's Website Sunderland also operates a sophisticated back office network

Mon, 7 Apr 08
Coping with the unseen greynet threat
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261537.html
Instant messaging (IM) applications have been around since the early 70s, but it was the introduction of programs such as ICQ and AOL Instant Messenger in the late 90s that brought IM into the mainstream. Since then real-time communications has grown considerably from a handful of companies offering IM networks, to over six hundred real-time communication applications. However, despite the fact th

Mon, 7 Apr 08
MicroWorld to exhibit Security Solutions at the RSA Conference 2008
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article260988.html
For MicroWorld, the RSA Conference 2008 provides a strategically important platform to advance its success story in the United States. A different approach in security, uniqueness of technologies used in their products and the continued recognition from various agencies have all seen several Enterprises and SMEs switching to MicroWorld security products of late. COO of MicroWorld, Rohini Sonaw

Mon, 7 Apr 08
High-security CCTV surveillance for the New Delhi State Mansion
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261541.html
IndigoVision's integrated IP Video system is providing high-security CCTV surveillance for the Madhya Pradesh State Mansion in India's capital New Delhi. India has 28 states and 7 union territories each run by its own state government and each has their own representation in New Delhi, including Madhya Pradesh, the largest State in India. Madhya Pradesh's political office in New Delhi is the Bha

Mon, 7 Apr 08
Trustifi partners with Engate Technology for advanced network-level Anti-Spam security
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261517.html
Engate Technology Corporation has announced a strategic partnership with Trustifi, a leading Identity Solutions Provider (IdSP). Under the agreement, Trustifi will market and support Engate's network profiling anti-spam products for enterprises and SMBs. Trustifi specializes in providing secure solutions to organizations that give authorized users secure access to personal or third party data

Mon, 7 Apr 08
IPsec VPN solution for Wireless Laptop Security selected by Alcatel-Lucent
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261540.html
Alcatel-Lucent has teamed with SafeNet to offer customers improved wireless laptop security, management, and tracking system. With the Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess 3500 Nonstop Laptop Guardian wireless platform, IT staff can now be remotely protecting sensitive data on employees' mobile laptops anytime, anywhere, even when the laptop is powered off, lost, or stolen. This enables organisations to

Fri, 4 Apr 08
Orsus provides integrated security to US water utility
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261539.html
Orsus(R) has been awarded a contract for its Situator(TM) product suite with a large, U.S.-based supplier of water and wastewater treatment services. The project involves integrating access control, video surveillance, sensors and radar systems located at 50 facilities into a unified platform.The implementation of Situator began in February 2008 and is expected to double in size over the next

Fri, 4 Apr 08
Reduce rising fraud and corporate crime
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261536.html
Corporate crime poses a real and substantial threat to the stability of any business. Fraud and theft involving everything from intellectual property to inventory, from cybercrime to corruption, are multi-billion pound problems. All organisations are susceptible and taking the right precautions to prevent crimes is crucial. Risk does not distinguish between geography and size of a company, or betw

Fri, 4 Apr 08
RandomStorm provides security scanning technology to Reading FC
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261524.html
Like all premiership clubs, Premiership league football club, Reading FC, is concerned as much about running a multi-million pound business as they are about what happens on the football field and these days that means having a Web portal that enables the fans to keep fully involved with all the commercial aspects of the club in between match days. Unfortunately that brings with it the responsibil

Fri, 4 Apr 08
The Impact on Business of the UK's ID Fraud Epidemic
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261176.html
A shocking one in six Britons (16.6%) claim to have experienced some form of identity fraud in the past year, according to a new survey from data value management specialist DQM Group. The study asked respondents if they had experienced credit card or identity fraud in 2007 and then aggregated the results into categories according to gender, age, and regional location. If you are a young prof

Fri, 4 Apr 08
Malicious code discovered on the website of a large European ticket re-sale company
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261529.html
Football fans should be careful when buying tickets for the forthcoming Euro 2008 championships online following the discovery of malicious code on the website of a large European ticket re-sale company. The site in question has a high search engine ranking and a presence among sponsored links, indicating that the hackers may have a huge pool of potential victims.According to SophosLabs , visi

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Checklist for establishing a Business Continuity plan
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261528.html
A fairly recent study on business failure, following disasters indicated that 30% of all companies affected, whether through bomb, fire or flood, fail in the first year afterwards. Perhaps this is not a surprise. Approximately 85% of the 70% which survive the first year then fail in the second. A high percentage suffer catastrophically due to loss of market share which is why a good business cont

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Ensuring web applications are PCI compliant
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261530.html
As credit card use has become more widespread both offline and online, and as consumer concern about security has understandably grown, the credit card industries have made an effort to ensure that sensitive information is protected. To that end, in September 2006, the major credit card companies (American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB, MasterCard Worldwide and Visa International)

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Bosch fire detectors monitor material and yarn production
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261531.html
Barthels-Feldhoff was founded as a thread mill and dyeing works in 1829 and manufactures narrow and high-tech textiles. Braiding and dyeing, along with milling and ribbon weaving, are today the core competencies of the company in the production of narrow textiles for various industrial applications. When various textile materials and yarns are manufactured and processed, small material and dus

Wed, 2 Apr 08
March Networks completes acquisition of Cieffe and Insignis Technologies
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261526.html
March Networks has completed the acquisition of Cieffe S.p.A. and its related company, Insignis Technologies S.r.l. Cieffe, based in Milan, Italy, develops high performance IP video surveillance solutions used by leading European financial institutions and a number of high profile airport, government and commercial industrial clients for mission-critical security applications. The acquis

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Mango DSP Intelligent Video Server Software Gives Complete Access and Control of Video Surveillance Hardware on IP Networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261520.html
Mango DSP has announced the release of IVS 3.0, the next generation of its intelligent video server software (IVS). Mango DSP's software enables the seamless adaptation of leading third-party analytic algorithms on standard analog and compatible IP cameras through a user-friendly, web-enabled, rule management interface. The software produces effective responses to video processed by Mango DSP enco

Wed, 2 Apr 08
RandomStorm powers Pentura vulnerability scanning service
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261521.html
Vulnerability scanning is a growing requirement for many organisations as part of their security compliance procedures and ensures that IT managers can monitor their network security status. Pentura has selected RandomStorm as the technology behind its new vulnerability scanning service, ThreatSweeper ©. The service enables clients to schedule network scans and access detailed reports on poten

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Guarantee of service for priority users and customers is of critical importance
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261522.html
Increased globalisation, advances in mobile and VPN technology, improved employee productivity and operational cost savings are all major factors which are driving the widespread adoption of remote working business models. From a network management, business compliance and security point of view this trend has brought with it a whole new range of operational challenges.In recent years a key fo

Wed, 2 Apr 08
Pilgrims Group secures UK home of a prominent businessman
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261527.html
Pilgrims Group has been awarded the contract to secure the prestigious UK home of a prominent businessman. One of England's most famous properties, the spectacular private house in Surrey is a listed building, requiring a high level of security for both the large site and its high profile owner.Pilgrims have been contracted to secure the Estate, currently undergoing major refurbishment, and it