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Fri, 20 Jun 08
Dormant building sites are more prone to trespass and theft
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261756.html
Housebuilders sites are now being closed across the country with substantial quantities of expensive building materials left on site, making attractive pickings for criminals who may consider the sites now 'off the builder's radar'.Jot Engelbrecht, operations & training director at Octavian Security highlights the security measures he believes housebuilders should be considering: "Our experien

Fri, 20 Jun 08
NUUO surveillance software helps secure Jakarta public transportation
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261746.html
Since January 2004, the Indonesian government started to build up TransJakarta buses lines with their own private lanes, in order to ensure their citizens against unnecessary waste of time from traffic jam. This construction encouraged a fast growth of economic activities, and the lines were expanded immediately to 7 lines.As the capital and largest city of Indonesia with more than 23 million

Fri, 20 Jun 08
Niscayah becomes preferred electronic security systems partner for Vaultex UK
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261752.html
Niscayah has announced it has been contracted as the preferred electronic security systems partner for facilities under the control of Vaultex UK Limited, the newly established cash handling management company providing services to a number of the UK's leading financial institutions. This is the first contract won by Niscayah Limited, the new name (from 1 June 2008) for the former Bell Securit

Thu, 19 Jun 08
Waterland Hospital deploys IQinVision megapixel IP cameras
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261665.html
Waterland Hospital in Purmerend, the Netherlands, offers high-end, specialist care with a strong focus on the needs of the individual patient and their relatives. The hospital was looking for a security system that offered an integrated, cost-effective system with no unfortunate surprises. A hospital is an "open" environment with people coming and going and limited potential to control the acc

Thu, 19 Jun 08
Comodo TrustConnect Helps Keep User Information Safe during Wireless Sessions
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261676.html
The use of public networks continues to grow as they offer more convenient access to the Internet. However, when users go onto public or "open" WiFi networks, they often are not secure and are vulnerable to hackers. Hackers can eavesdrop on a user's session to illegally capture user names, passwords and other private data. Comodo's TrustConnect is a new service that protects users from hackers

Thu, 19 Jun 08
Aboundi Inc. grows US Sales Channel with Big Dog Security and Sound for US North Central region
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261660.html
Aboundi Inc., the Electric Connect and WebEyeAlert vendor announced the appointment of Big Dog Security and Sound as its manufacturer's representative for the US Northern Central region. "Big Dog Security and Sound has supported the security industry in the Dakotas, Minnesota and Western Wisconsin region since 1999," said Hong Yu, President and CEO of Aboundi Inc. "We are most delighted to

Wed, 18 Jun 08
TOA Electronics releases NetCanSee IP-Network Security System
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261677.html
TOA Electronics, Inc. has announced the release of the new NetCanSee IP-Network Security System. NetCanSee is a complete security system, consisting of several components working together to provide advanced video, audio and control solutions to the user. NetCanSee offers the option of hardware or PC-based recording with Software Decoders (N-SD2000 & N-SD0160) that allows camera images to be

Wed, 18 Jun 08
Seeing through the VoIP security hype
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article260053.html
There's a lot of debate around the security of converged communications at the moment; discussions of new and existing threats bringing down the "business critical" voice network when it hits the converged network on which everything rides. As an organisation that has been using a Cisco converged network for VoIP and, indeed, the even more critical streams we use for radio broadcasting, the securi

Wed, 18 Jun 08
thawte Code Signing Solution Ensures Integrity of Applications on Adobe AIR
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article260442.html
With Adobe AIR , a cross-operating system runtime that enables rich Internet applications (RIAs) on the desktop, developers and end users are assured that applications on Adobe AIR are from a trusted publisher and that applications can be securely delivered and installed all thanks to advanced Code Signing solutions from thawte, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of VeriSign, Inc. By obtaining

Mon, 16 Jun 08
SALTO access control system secures Palace hotel in Syria
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261737.html
The largest 5 Star hotel in Syria, the Ebla Cham Palace is a premier deluxe property located 9km from Damascus city centre and 13km from the International Airport. SALTO Systems has announced that the Cham Palace Hotel Chain has selected a SALTO access control system to secure their 5 Star Ebla Cham Palace hotel in Damascus, Syria.To maintain its position as the premier hotel in Damascus, the

Mon, 16 Jun 08
Cybercrime syndicate used spyware infection-driven frauds to defraud millions from South African government
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261739.html
According to reports from South Africa suggest that a cybercrime syndicate there has defrauded the government of more than 199 million Rand (UKP GBP12.8 million) in a series of spyware infection-driven frauds. The frauds, which were revealed by the South African Minister for Finance and Economic Development, has resulted in 32 arrests in connection with more than 80 fraud counts.Commenting on th

Mon, 16 Jun 08
VeriEye iris recognition technology detects partial obstructions, irregularities and deformations in the iris shape
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261738.html
No two irises are exactly alike, and although they may appear to be round, no iris is perfectly circular. Neurotechnology has announced the addition of VeriEye iris recognition technology to the company's suite of biometric identification algorithms and software development products. VeriEye SDK features an advanced iris recognition algorithm that rapidly detects and compensates for partial ob

Sat, 14 Jun 08
NDR spam explained
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261741.html
Research shows that up to 90% of emails received by companies are spam, and spammers have adopted a variety of methods to bypass spam filters used in anti-spam software. In the beginning, spam was mainly text based but over the past few years, spammers have resorted to using embedded images and attaching common file types such as mp3s and Excel documents in emails to gain access to mailboxes. Anot

Fri, 13 Jun 08
SkimStopper iprotects contactless payment cards and passports
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261734.html
The latest payment cards and passports, as well as the proposed UK identity card, use 'RFID' technology to enable quick and easy exchange of data with reader equipment in locations such as retail outlets and airports. Similar technology is used by Transport for London's Oyster card, as well as many local authority bus passes and the latest 'tag and beacon' phase of the London Congestion Charge sc

Fri, 13 Jun 08
FORTIS system installed at municipal command and control systems in several Israeli cities
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261736.html
Magal Security Systems, Ltd. has announced that it has signed contracts for the installation of municipal command and control systems in several Israeli cities, including Netanya and Bat Yam, based on its FORTIS system that was modified for this purpose. In addition, Magal received another order for installation of a Fortis system that will be used to protect water reservoirs in Ramat Gan. The tot

Fri, 13 Jun 08
Address Verification System used by fraudsters to steal goods from retailers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261735.html
APACS reported that CNP fraud in 2007 was GBP290.5 million, an increase of 37% on 2006. This was the figure on UK issued cards only and excludes losses on non UK issued cards. In April 2008, the 3rd Man issued statistics which showed that CNP fraud in the UK is higher than official statistics suggest and is in danger of getting worse. Over GBP500 million of fraud was attempted during 2007. This inf

Fri, 13 Jun 08
Cyber-crooks exploit gamers in pursuit of financial gain
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261740.html
Virtual worlds can provide an exciting terrain to inhabit, play and interact within computer-simulated environments but they have become increasingly personal and involve more and more dedicated users desperate to do well. With their virtual ambitions set high, some users occasionally cheat to keep up with the pace of the game. In effect, less skilful users are prepared to pay for the virtual asse

Fri, 13 Jun 08
Magenta Security Services takes further steps in their green journey
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261731.html
ISO14001: For the seventh year they have gained ISO 14001 accreditation, earning a wealth of positive comments from their assessors. Magenta was the UK's first ISO 14001 accredited security firm, gaining their first standard in 2001.LPG Vehicles: Magenta has begun the last stage in their conversion to an entire fleet of LPG vehicles. Magenta has been providing LPG vehicles for use on client co

Fri, 13 Jun 08
Custom Consoles desks for CCTV control room at Portsmouth naval base
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261732.html
Custom Consoles announces the installation of two M Desk-Technical desks in a CCTV control room used for supervising traffic management and general safety at Portsmouth naval baseLargest of the desks is a 7 x 3.5 metre unit in approximately E-plan, viewed from above, accommodating two forward-facing staff along the middle row and three forward-facing operators along the rear. The front row is

Fri, 13 Jun 08
Axis network cameras provide city-wide monitoring and surveillance for Colorado city
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261733.html
Axis Communications has announced that the City of Longmont, Colorado, is using its network cameras to provide city-wide monitoring and surveillance.Volpe Industries, an Axis channel partner, designed, developed and configured the complete security system using the AXIS 211A, AXIS 214 PTZ, and AXIS 216FD Network Cameras and its own Eagle Eye DETEXI software."Longmont wanted a system that c

Thu, 12 Jun 08
CV-Series Indoor Color Mini-Dome
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261678.html
TOA Electronics, Inc. has announced the release of their new C-CV24-3 CV-Series Indoor Color Mini-Dome.The C-CV24-3 is a compact, indoor-use high-resolution color camera that is equipped with a 3-9mm lens. The camera offers flicker-free, effective monitoring; a wide range of viewing angles for optimal coverage; and a 2X varifocal lens. A monitor output jack is in an easy to access location ju

Thu, 12 Jun 08
Copytrax Enables a New Generation of Data Security with Self Encrypting Compact Disc
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261711.html
Copytrax have announced that they are launching a new form of compact disc at GC 2008expo. The new CD uses powerful encryption technology to secure data within the CD, only allowing access with the correct password."This is a very well thought out and sophisticated technology, explained Steve Woods, Managing Director of Copytrax. "Anyone within an organisation will be able to save files and da

Wed, 11 Jun 08
Three quarters of UK corporate headquarters are situated in areas with a higher than average risk profile
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261686.html
According to G4S Security Services (UK), the headquarters of three quarters of FTSE 350 companies are situated in areas with a higher than normal risk of crime. The G4S Corporate Risk Report, which uses data from CAP Index's CRIMECAST system, reveals that of the FTSE 350's 20 most vulnerable locations for company headquarters, half are situated outside London.G4S has analysed the potential

Wed, 11 Jun 08
HD CCTV to become the de facto standard for CCTV
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261694.html
If current trends continue, it is highly likely that High Definition (HD) CCTV will become the de facto standard for CCTV users and providers over the next few years.Considering trends in CCTV technology, the introduction of High Definition (HD) megapixel CCTV cameras, such as CamVu 2000, and associated HD recording and display solutions reflect a major watershed in the capability of CCTV syst

Wed, 11 Jun 08
NETconsent implemented within the North East Ambulance Service NHS Trust.
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261673.html
NETconsent automated policy and procedure management software has been purchased to help North East Ambulance Service achieve some of its Information Governance targets.The Trust is required to keep records to evidence that all staff have both read and signed up to all relevant policies. Historically this has taken a huge amount of time, not to mention the print costs and logistics involved wi

Tue, 10 Jun 08
Check Point VPN-1 supports Apple iPhone for secure remote access to corporate network systems
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261706.html
When deploying any device for corporate use, IT faces the challenge of safeguarding the traffic in and out of the private network. Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has announced Check Point VPN-1 support for the Apple iPhone, allowing secure remote access to corporate network systems. Check Point VPN-1 enables an encrypted connection between the iPhone and VPN-1 gateway, protecting in-tran

Tue, 10 Jun 08
Encom etwork cameras provide greater security and reduce vandalism in Dublin Business Park's car parks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261702.html
Park West Enterprise Centre Management Company (PWEC) manages the Park West Enterprise Centre in West Dublin, Ireland, which contains more than 80 companies and is set within the Park West Business Park which itself is home to more than 240 companies, employing more than 8,000 employees.Network cameras from Axis Communications have been installed by integrator Encom, to support PWEC. PWEC cal

Tue, 10 Jun 08
Avon Protection Systems to supply M50 military respirators to US armed forces
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261703.html
Avon Protection Systems, part of Avon Rubber p.l.c., has been appointed by the US Government to supply M50 military respirators to all four US armed forces under the US Joint Services General Purpose Mask (JSGPM) program. The deal is worth $112 million.The multi-year contract will involve the supply of 100,000 M50 respirators a year for the next five years as they are phased in for military us

Sat, 7 Jun 08
Video surveillance semiconductor market to reach $2 Billion by 2012
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261700.html
According to research from MultiMedia Intelligence, the video surveillance semiconductor market will pass $2 Billion by 2012. The opportunity for semiconductors in video surveillance is driven by both top-line unit growth in the surveillance market, as well as an on-going shift to digital and networked video surveillance. The trend toward IP-based video surveillance equipment ushers in an innovati

Sat, 7 Jun 08
Controlware provides IP CCTV solution for Bahrain Grand Prix
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261687.html
Controlware Communications Systems has supplied an IP CCTV solution to the Bahrain International Circuit which hosted the Formula 1 Gulf Air Grand Prix from April 4th-6th 2008.Working with LSS Technologies, Controlware provided a comprehensive IP CCTV surveillance solution and associated networking equipment to monitor spectators, traffic and car parks at the Bahrain International Circuit. The

Sat, 7 Jun 08
Extended WiFi range creates security risks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261701.html
A growing number of gadgets are now appearing on the market to offer WiFi users extended range when picking up "free" WiFi signals."These devices, which can be obtained for under 20.00 pounds or so, can easily extend the effective range of a WiFi access point or router up to two or three hundred yards. This means that companies that think their WiFi access point is limited to their company bui

Sat, 7 Jun 08
J.U.S.T launches forum dedicated to event professionals
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261712.html
The Joint Union of Specialist Training has launched a new forum dedicated to event professionals. Unlike most forums all new users are required to submit their details for verification, after visiting a number of so called specialist forums the company found that anybody was allowed to join and no vetting took place, this made them a free for all, and subjected the users to applications for work o

Thu, 5 Jun 08
COE Group wins contract to renew security video systems of the Port of Singapore Authority
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261684.html
The Port of Singapore Authority (PSA) is the world's largest container transhipment hub and handled around 27 million containers last year. COE Group has signed a contract to renew completely the operational and security video systems of the PSA. This win, after a lengthy competitive process, is COE's largest contract in 4 years. The present project is for a 1,100 camera system and it is exp

Thu, 5 Jun 08
IndigoVision upgrades Greek Casinos to fully-digital CCTV surveillance
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261685.html
As with many Gaming Boards worldwide, the Greek Gaming Authority demands 24/7 monitoring and recording of all gaming tables, slot machines and money counting areas at 25fps, with recordings kept for 20 days. If the CCTV system is unable to monitor and record a specific gaming table, then that table must be shutdown. To ensure compliance, an employee of the Gaming Authority is permanently on-site u

Thu, 5 Jun 08
Coship Dome Cameras with Pixim chipset installed on Shenzhen's fleet of city buses
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261704.html
Pixim Inc. has announced that Coship Day/Night Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) Dome Cameras are being installed on Shenzhen Transit Group's fleet of city buses. Already, approximately 2,000 Shenzhen buses have installed the Coship cameras, which are based on Pixim's mobile Orca D1400 chipset."It's estimated that 70 percent of Shenzhen's nearly 8.5 million residents choose the bus as their primary mo

Thu, 5 Jun 08
Smartphones pose a greater security risk than mobile storage devices and laptops
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261707.html
According to a survey released by Credant Technologies, with the wide-scale adoption of smartphones within organisations, a staggering 94% of IT Security professionals believe that these devices pose more of a security risk to companies than mobile storage devices (88%) and laptops (79%). In fact, over half of the security conscious respondents (56%) surprisingly confessed to 'not bothering' t

Thu, 5 Jun 08
Tufin Technologies announces new Payment Card Industry Compliance Solution
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261697.html
The Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (DSS) was drafted by leading credit card companies, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Financial Services and JCB International. PCI-DSS covers most aspects of an organization's security operations - from business processes such as maintenance of an information security p

Thu, 5 Jun 08
New techniques for identifying prints on metal
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261691.html
The University of Leicester's Forensic Research Centre has been working with Northamptonshire Police's scientific support unit to develop new ways of taking fingerprints from a crime scene.Forensic scientists at the University of Leicester, working with Northamptonshire Police, have announced a major breakthrough in crime detection which could lead to hundreds of cold cases being reopened.

Thu, 5 Jun 08
The need for External Storage Used for Video Surveillance is sky-rocketing
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261695.html
In the 'World Market for External Storage Used for Video Surveillance' study, IMS Research forecasts that by 2012 the market for external storage used for video surveillance will be worth over $750 million.IMS Research forecasts that in 2012, 3.3 exabytes of storage will be needed to store video from new surveillance deployments. This is a phenomenal amount of data and external storage will pl

Thu, 5 Jun 08
New qualification for the Community Safety for Accredited Persons programme
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261705.html
Training For Success and Skills for Security have announced the launch of the only blended solution for the Community Safety for Accredited Persons programme, awarded by Edexcel. The new qualification is designed to provide education and training for those in the security and safety industry who wish to become accredited persons. This award will ensure that an individual's training meets stri

Wed, 4 Jun 08
PC infections are a lot more prevalent than many corporates realise
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261696.html
A report from the OECD entitled 'Malicious software (malware): a security threat to the Internet economy', reveals a 25 per cent PC infection rate in the US. This confirms the behavioural analysis IT security specialist's own findings as far as infections go. The report goes on to say that although its economic and social impacts may be hard to quantify, malware used directly or indirectly ca

Wed, 4 Jun 08
Farmers should protect their domestic oil and diesel supplies from thieves
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261693.html
Police are warning rural homeowners and farmers to secure their domestic oil and diesel supplies over fears that they could be a target for thieves due to the soaring fuel prices. Castle Care-Tech can provide the simple solution to this growing problem with a small wireless transmitter, EE1210W which can be placed inside the screw cap of the oil tank. The magnetic reed switch on this device en

Wed, 4 Jun 08
Bell Security becomes Niscayah
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261692.html
1 June 2008 saw the official birth of a new name in UK security and fire systems provision Niscayah Limited. The date marked the culmination of the visual identity change and renaming process for the staff and offices of the former Bell Security. The business, established in 1986, announced at the turn of the year that it would follow its p

Wed, 4 Jun 08
Regional forklift driver competition at Health and Safety 08
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261688.html
The Health and Safety 08 event at Sandown Park in Esher, Surrey on the 26th and 27th February 2008 will host the first of Combilift's Regional Driver of the Year competitions. The Health and Safety 08 event, sponsored by DuPont , consists of a free seminar programme and an exhibition, and the forklift driver competition takes place on the first day of the event.Providing a good opportunity to

Mon, 2 Jun 08
Aruba provides secure wireless connectivity to Norwegian Government employees
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261682.html
Aruba Networks has announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Norwegian Government has commenced deployment of Aruba wireless LANs at its embassies and offices worldwide. 60 embassies and offices will be deployed this year, and all 109 embassies will be completed by mid 2009. The network will offer secure wireless connectivity to employees, and extend the secure network to pub

Mon, 2 Jun 08
Security surveillance for newest ride at Legoland Windsor
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261662.html
The Legoland site contains approximately 55 million Lego bricks set in 150 acres of parkland and is visited by 1.5 million annually. Staff at the Berkshire attraction are now able to watch visitors from two control desks at any point on their progress through the rapids ride. Vikings' River Splash, the newest, biggest, wettest ride at Legoland Windsor, required optimum security surveillance

Mon, 2 Jun 08
VIT Consultancy installs CCTV control room for Knightsbridge Guarding
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article261683.html
A CCTV control room has recently been installed by VIT Consultancy for guarding specialist Knightsbridge Guarding Limited (KGL). It helps to safeguard key sites in the City of London. Multiple client sites in the City, mainly blue chip companies and banks, are monitored by the control room, which has stunning surveillance capability with the ability to record uninterrupted onto local hard driv