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New report questions whether cybercrime as a criminal activity is taken as seriously as it should be by the Police
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264275.html
With 1.7 billion, or 25 per cent of the world's total population, online in 2009, the Internet is a massive medium which has spawned a new wave of criminal activities, including hacking, viruses, cyber-terrorism, illegal downloading and piracy, all of which need to be treated in a similar manner to more traditional criminal activities.A study by the University of Leicester Department of Crimin ...[more]
Sat, 30 Jan 10
NUUO surveillance system deployed by Albania government to enhance elections credibility
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264281.html
A political election needs to avoid all manner of controversy and dispute and all processes need be publicly recorded and disclosed. In 2009, the Albanian government held a political election. Prior to the election, a surveillance system had been installed by system integrator SHINE with the important mission of achieving public credibility and preventing election irregularities.There are 70 v ...[more]
Sat, 30 Jan 10
Axis Security protects visitors and staff at Woking's Peacocks Shopping Centre
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264292.html
Comprising half a million sq ft of retail and leisure space, the Woking's Peacocks Shopping Centre is home to a mix of 72 retailers, six cinemas, two theatres and five main anchor stores.With an average footfall of 170,000 per week and a catchment of 661,000, security is a key priority for the centre's management team. Axis Security provides an around-the clock presence at the centre, with its ...[more]
Sat, 30 Jan 10
What the operations people have to deal with in order to maintain effective firewalls
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264294.html
Most companies have at least firewall, if not several. And since an established knowledge base exists to tap for issues and PCI DSS 1.1 and 1.2 are pretty clear cut, firewall management shouldn't be much of an issue. If the firewall is a mature technology, then why do those who manage it feel like they're running a daycare overrun with little savages?No one is going to suffer the brunt of ...[more]
Sat, 30 Jan 10
Panasonic supplies the Vancouver 2010 venues with AV security equipment and infra-red wireless systems
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264296.html
The Olympic Games have been a successful global sporting event since 1896 when the first ever Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece. The Olympic Winter Games were not far behind as the Games started in Chamonix in 1924 covering sports from speed skating to ice hockey. Panasonic's relationship started with the 1984 Olympic Games when the company provided the professional sound system and la ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
People should be economical with the truth when using chatrooms and social networking sites
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264273.html
In their simplest form, many social networking sites are not much more than online diaries. Whether you're thinking of Bridget Jones or Adrian Mole, Alan Clark or Samuel Pepys, most of us realize that a diary is just someone's personal view, and not a reliable source of indisputable information. Most of us except for financial institutions, that is, or so it appears.In a recent blog post, secu ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
Iscon airport passenger scanners only show objects and clothing without any harmful radiation
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264271.html
Iscon Video Imaging is introducing two new airport passenger scanners with a patented Thermal-Boosted Infrared Detection System that only shows objects and clothing without any harmful radiation. The new Iscon system reveals the thermal imprint of any material - plastic, wood, ceramic powder as well as metal."The Iscon technology is a next generation imaging and detection system that creates a ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
Worrying rise in both identity and card fraud against consumers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264274.html
According to a report by the National Fraud Authority, fraud in all its guises costs the UK GBP30bn each year. Life assistance company CPP has identified a growing number of fraudulent claims, particularly for mobile phone insurance and a worrying rise in both identity and card fraud against consumers. Research commissioned by CPP looking into fraud found that: o 5% of Brits are likel ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
Intelligent Moving Cameras make a significant impact on crime statistics
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264285.html
The cost of crime to the UK economy was GBP64 Billion in 2003/4 based upon Government crime statistics; worryingly, a more recent independent study indicates this cost is now running at a staggering GBP78 Billion per year. Viseum is now launching a study to help identify just how much its new CCTV cameras could save individual communities, and the massive positive effect this could have on Governm ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
SysTools data recovery tools now compatible with Windows 7
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264191.html
Windows 7, the latest public release version of Microsoft Windows (the most widely used Operating System) reached public on October 22, 2009. This release took place less than 3 years after Windows Vista release, the predecessor of Windows 7. Acknowledging the possible need for Microsoft backup recovery of Windows 7 users, SysTools Software Group has now made most of its products (data recover ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
SafeNet's Luna hardware security module achieves Common Criteria EAL4+ certification
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264070.html
In the hardware security market, Common Criteria certification is a regulatory requirement in government, financial, and insurance institutions. The international Common Criteria standard was developed to unify and supersede national IT security certification schemes from several different countries, including the U.S., Canada, Germany, the U.K., France, and the Netherlands. SafeNet, Inc. has ...[more]
Fri, 29 Jan 10
eMAKS electronic access key cuts vehicle miles and costs
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264038.html
A recent survey for the social housing Inside Housing on behalf of 24/7 property and people protection business SitexOrbis found that thousands of miles are being travelled to pick up and return keys. Some said individuals in their organisation were each travelling 2,600 vehicle miles and spending 39 to 65 days a year picking up property keys. However despite the investment in time, 92% report ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
Offender ID spray deter troublemakers from attacking door supervisors and pub or club goers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264284.html
Surrey-based Abal Security's door supervisors are being equipped with Redweb Technologies' Offender ID spray to deter troublemakers from attacking them or other pub and club goers.Offender ID is a portable spray that 'tags' an offender so that they can be identified even if they flee the crime scene. It contains Redweb's redDNA, a unique biosynthetic DNA which has three key identification mar ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
RandomStorm acquisition of DVWA open source web application enables security professionals to fine tune their vulnerability testing skills in a legal environment
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264147.html
RandomStorm has announced the acquisition of Damn Vulnerable Web App (DVWA) the open source web application widely used by security professionals to fine tune their vulnerability testing skills in a legal environment.DVWA is an open source PHP/MySQL web application that has been developed by the leading security blogger and ethical hacker, Ryan Dewhurst, to deliberately include a wide range of ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
Napatech provides visibility into tunnels for network monitoring
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264064.html
As more services transition to 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps IP networks, the importance of network monitoring and analysis is increasing but so are the demands on intelligence and processing capabilities. Napatech has announced the availability of new features that provide visibility into tunnels for network monitoring and analysis of value-added services running over IP, such as VOIP, VPN and mobile ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
Hikvision centralized surveillance system increase Ziraat Bank's safety and security in Turkey
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264282.html
With branches and ATMs located in over 2,000 different locations in the 81 provinces of Turkey, Ziraat Bank is the largest in the country with a million and a half customers every day. Due to a high level of cash flow as well as large numbers of customers coming through the branches daily, a rigorous and reliable surveillance system was required to safeguard the customers, employees and assets for ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
NUUO network video surveillance solution protects NOMAD offices
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264009.html
The NOMAD Group provides lifestyle and work services to global mobile business associates through its range of integrated fully serviced residences, hotels and offices. In order to protect the modern, innovative and technologically equipped office spaces, The NOMAD offices choose NUUO surveillance software as their video management software. Readily available network infrastructure was a bas ...[more]
Thu, 28 Jan 10
Rustproof marine padlock range offers superior performance in the harshest environments
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264287.html
Top security whatever the weather is guaranteed thanks to a new, ultra-strong all-terrain padlock range by Henry Squire & Sons Ltd. The rustproof ATL 4S/ 5S marine lock range offers superior performance in the toughest conditions. Featuring a solid brass lock body it can withstand an impressive 150 hours exposure to salt spray, meaning it still functions in the harshest environments. Uniqu ...[more]
Wed, 27 Jan 10
SAFENTRIX cloud based hosted email security service provides spam and virus filtering for incoming and outgoing emails
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264270.html
With the majority of spam coming from compromised email servers, outbound email security is extremely important. Carizen Software has launched SAFENTRIX , the world's first free outbound email security service. SAFENTRIX is a cloud based hosted email security service that provides spam and virus filtering for incoming emails and now provides that same protection on all outgoing emails, too. Th ...[more]
Wed, 27 Jan 10
Online fraud represents a significant revenue loss for merchants
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264272.html
According to the Sixth Annual UK Online Fraud Report, an independent survey undertaken by CyberSource Ltd, UK merchants say online fraud is the greatest threat they face. Merchants stated that they lost an average of 1.8% of online revenue to payment fraud in 2009.Based on the survey results, on average 1.6% of orders accepted proved to be fraudulent, although rates under 1% were common. The r ...[more]
Wed, 27 Jan 10
ila DUSK personal alarm screams for you
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264277.html
When packing we all remember keeping safe in the sun with suntan lotion and avoiding malaria with mosquito repellent but what about the issue of personal security? Designed by ila Security, Ila Dusk is helping women feel safer through stylish technology. This new personal alarm emits a high decibel female scream designed to shock and disorientate an attacker. It's a discreet stylish accessory ...[more]
Wed, 27 Jan 10
Mobile video surveillance's growing popularity presents new opportunities for solution providers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264278.html
New analysis from Frost & Sullivan, Opportunities in the World Mobile Video Surveillance Market, finds that the market earned revenues of $615.4 million in 2008 and estimates this to reach $1.55 billion by 2015.Improvements in technologies for recording and transmission have opened up several revenue opportunities for mobile video surveillance devices, especially in the transit bus, police veh ...[more]
Wed, 27 Jan 10
Korenix launches JetNet 4006 fast Ethernet ring switches for redundant surveillance applications
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264008.html
Korenix has announced JetNet 4006 series, the 6-port Industrial Managed fast Ethernet ring switches with 4 fast Ethernet RJ 45 ports plus 2 copper/fiber uplink ports for flexibly linking high-end switches with Korenix MSR network redundancy technology which can recover network failures in just 5 milliseconds.The LLDP design allows the switches to be managed and configured easily by a single ad ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
Public sector needs to tackle key security issues to avoid costly data breaches
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264263.html
Human error is considered the most likely cause of security breaches, but these could often be avoided if security and administration policies were put in place, and followed. Those working in the public sector need to tackle key security issues if they want to avoid costly data breaches that impact both finances and reputation, according to a new guide from Network Box. The guide - Securing t ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
SelectaDNA links Broadland thieves with their crime
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263991.html
Homes and business premises in the Broadland District of Norfolk are now armed with a new forensic application that will instantly link them with the crime scene. SelectaDNA is being applied to items of value in homes and businesses previously targeted by thieves, as police and Broadland District Council join forces in a major crime reduction initiative. Funded by the council, the new scheme ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
Aqaba Logistics Village in Jordan deploys IndigoVision High-Definition IP Video solution
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264218.html
An IndigoVision High-Definition (HD) IP Video solution has been deployed to protect the Aqaba Logistics Village (ALV), which is a tax-free hub located in Aqaba, Jordan, adjacent to the country's only container port. Aqaba is an important gateway for Jordan and neighbouring Iraq and the addition of a state-of-the-art surveillance system allows ALV to provide a high-security solution for its many in ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
Merging disparate networks brings new complexity for IT security and risk management staff
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264216.html
Many organisations in today's economy see a merger or acquisition as an attractive business strategy to improve financial position and weather a down market. This is especially true in the financial services sector, where even very large organisations are being acquired by equally large organisations as a basic survival strategy. While the results may favour shareholder value and workforce efficie ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
VIVOTEK network cameras integrated with NUUO NVR solutions offer the highest level of security for the national intelligence center in Guatemala
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264254.html
The Secretariat of Strategic Intelligence (SIE), formed by the Guatemala National Ministry of Interior, is responsible for national defense and intelligence. As a strategic intelligence provider to the President and the National Council of Security, protection at the institute is crucially important. VIVOTEK FD7131 fixed dome network cameras integrated with NUUO's NVR solutions were recently a ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
Cardiff and London are the worst places in the UK for card fraud
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264268.html
Cardiff has leapt from fifth to first place since the index started in 2007, according to the annual Card Fraud Index by CPP, which identifies fraud hotspots across the UK. Card crime in the Welsh capital has increased by 17 per cent in the two last years, with over a third (37 per cent) having been a victim in the past.While Cardiff took the lead, other hotspots for card fraud were London (35 ...[more]
Tue, 26 Jan 10
Smart Locks Control Access at Australian College
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264260.html
Set in extensive grounds in West Essendon, Melbourne, St. Bernard's College is a single-gender Catholic Secondary School offering a wide range of quality education to approximately 1300 young male students from Year 7 through to Year 12. The college is administered as two separate campuses - Years 7 to 9 and Years 10 to 12 - who share the same site. Jason Blakey, St Bernard's College IT Manage ...[more]
Mon, 25 Jan 10
Imperva reveals the most commonly used passwords
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264261.html
The most commonly used passwords have been revealed:1. 1234562. 123453. 1234567894. Password5. iloveyou6. princess7. rockyou8. 12345679. 1234567810. abc123This list comes from the Imperva study, analyzing 32 million passwords recently exposed in the Rockyou.com breach. Imperva's Application Defense Center (ADC) analyzed the s ...[more]
Mon, 25 Jan 10
Premier Electrics finish 2009 on a high note with Primark fit-outs in Germany and Belgium
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264248.html
Premier Electrics have just finished 2009 on a high note with multinational retailer Primark, from Bremen and Frankfurt in Germany to Liege in Belgium. The Northern Ireland contractor company, a specialist in fast-track fit-outs for the retail sector, completed three European Primark projects last year with a total contract value believed to be in excess of €5 million. The projects, which invo ...[more]
Mon, 25 Jan 10
VIVOTEK network cameras maintain residential security at Golden Stone Garden Community in Shanghai
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264250.html
The committee of the Golden Stone Garden Community in Shanghai,China relied on a CCTV system for maintaining residential security.However, with increasing security problems such as burglary, theft, and fireaccidents and rising demand from the growing number of residents, theCCTV system had become ineffective and inadequate. In hopes of creating a safer residential environment and impro ...[more]
Mon, 25 Jan 10
Private investigators experience large increase in enquiries for debtor tracing and background reports
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264256.html
Debtor tracing, matrimonial surveillance and background reports on people are currently all in high demand, thanks to companies and individuals feeling the pinch during the downturn and hiring proactive private detectives to ensure they're not being cheated or ripped off.According to UK Private Investigators, business is booming and new customers have a clear motive that wouldn't flummox Phili ...[more]
Mon, 25 Jan 10
Deutsche Post Com offers Comodo digital certificates to its customers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264262.html
Deutsche Post and Comodo have announced a new partnership. Deutsche Post Com GmbH - a 100% subsidiary of Deutsche Post - will offer Comodo digital certificates to its customers, and will provide complete localization of Comodo's SSL services.Throughout Germany, Deutsche Post Com provides innovative communications services. The company offers, through its business division and trustcenter 'Sign ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
Organisations must destroy their confidential data securely or face heavy fines
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264242.html
Jack Straw, the secretary of state for justice, recently ruled that The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has the power to enforce hefty fines to organisations who seriously breach the Data Protection Act by failing to secure confidential data appropriately. Confidential data breaches committed by businesses could now result in a GBP500,000 fine.If threatened with a penalty the Information ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
Axis Communications offers full-featured thermal network cameras for surveillance
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264240.html
Thermal network cameras create images based on the heat that always radiates from any object, vehicle or person. This gives thermal cameras the power to see through complete darkness and deliver images that allow operators to detect and act on suspicious activity. Thermal cameras can also handle many difficult weather conditions better than conventional cameras, e.g. allowing operators to see thro ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
Thales partners with Voltage Security to deliver End-to-End Encryption and key management solutions
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264243.html
Thales and Voltage Security, Inc. have announced a technology integration and partnership centered around delivering End-to-End Encryption and key management solutions for the payments industry and broader enterprise security applications. Through the partnership, the two companies have worked together to integrate Voltage SecureData technology with Thales hardware security modules (HSMs) for cus ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
TPS provides physical and technical security design services for the new development of The Avenues Mall in Kuwait
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264245.html
The Avenues Mall in Kuwait City is the Gulf region's biggest retail mall at over 1 million square metres. The security division of TPS (part of Carillion plc) is providing physical and technical security design services for the new development of The Avenues Mall.The project, headed by TPS Principal Security Consultant Steve Richins, has now entered its third phase of development which, upon c ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
Engate and IBM offer a security suite that proactively protects SMBs from a diversity of email-borne threats
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264005.html
Engate Technology Corporation has integrated its security software suite with IBM Lotus Foundations Start line of software appliances for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB).Lotus Foundations Start plug and play appliances help companies with little or no in-house technical resources to focus on running their business rather than managing their computer systems. This Linux-based IBM solu ...[more]
Fri, 22 Jan 10
Apple Security completes acquisition of CCTV firm Telewatch
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263978.html
Apple Security Group is focused on its goal of reaching the GBP10m turnover mark after a hat-trick of acquisitions. With advice from the corporate team at Knightsbridge Business Sales (KBS), Apple Security has completed its latest acquisition with the GBP300,000 buyout of CCTV firm, Telewatch. The business, which is based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, supplies temporary CCTV installations at event ...[more]
Thu, 21 Jan 10
SelectaDNA property marking kits deter looting in flood-affected areas of Cumbria
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264232.html
Flood-affected areas of West Cumbria are being protected by more than 2,000 SelectaDNA property marking kits as local Police take to the streets to continue their efforts to prevent crime in the area.Over the last few weeks extra Police patrols have been helping to keep towns such as Cockermouth and Keswick safe by handing out the DNA marking kits, partly funded by the Cumbria Community Founda ...[more]
Thu, 21 Jan 10
London Overground deploys Nextiva IP-based video solution from Verint Video Intelligence Solutions
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264213.html
London Overground Rail Operations Ltd. (LOROL) was formed to create a world-class transportation system for London. Verint Systems Inc. has announced that LOROL is in the process of implementing the Nextiva IP-based video solution from Verint Video Intelligence Solutions across 40 stations. The solution is being delivered in partnership with Amey, a key partner of LOROL and Network Rail. V ...[more]
Thu, 21 Jan 10
Kings provides safety and security to children in Edinburgh Longstone Primary School
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264225.html
The Longstone Primary School project is a complete new build and is the latest addition to the Education Estate in Edinburgh. It consists of two separate but adjacent buildings on the same site, the school itself and a separate building used for both school and community purposes. Kings Security Systems Limited have been working on the high profile project for The City of Edinburgh Council (COEC). ...[more]
Thu, 21 Jan 10
ADT now accounts for half of the residential alarm monitoring services market in North America following Broadview Security acquisition
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264234.html
Tyco International has announced it will acquire Broadview Security in a deal worth $1.9 billion. IMS Research estimates that Tyco International, and its security business ADT, will now account for over half of the residential alarm monitoring services market in North America."In a move that combines the top two suppliers of residential alarm monitoring services in North America, Tyco Internat ...[more]
Thu, 21 Jan 10
Merging disparate networks brings new complexity for IT security and risk management staff
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264217.html
Many organisations in today's economy see a merger or acquisition as an attractive business strategy to improve financial position and weather a down market. This is especially true in the financial services sector, where even very large organisations are being acquired by equally large organisations as a basic survival strategy. While the results may favour shareholder value and workforce efficie ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
HAIX implements IP-based video surveillance system for indoor and outdoor surveillance of its production facility in Croatia
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264224.html
For their new production facility in Croatia, HAIX were looking for a flexible, high-performance video surveillance system for indoor and outdoor surveillance of the production facility. The cameras had to provide the ability to adjust to varying lighting conditions from very bright during the day to dim at night.HAIX also needed motion detection functionality that would help prevent break-in ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
Surf safe and do not browse without protection
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264215.html
Nobody wants to be an innocent bystander; we avoid high risk areas where problems are likely to break out. The risk averse amongst us avoids areas that pose even a modicum of risk. You are unlikely to find me trawling a battle ground even for the most precious of loot. So it was with horror that I learnt as a teenager that lightning could come down a telephone line and kill you. More precisely ki ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
Romad RSP-100 lone worker device creates a safer working environment for Domino's Pizza delivery drivers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264214.html
Domino's Pizza is recognised as a world leading pizza delivery company. Its expertise and passion for delivering hot and fresh pizzas has earned the company numerous awards and the loyalty of millions of pizza lovers around the world.David Kelly, Domino's Pizza's National Loss Prevention and Security Manager, explains why the company decided to implement a Lone Worker Protection scheme for its ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
IndigoVision hybrid CCTV system delivers video analysis to Aberdeen Harbour
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264212.html
Aberdeen Harbour , the UK's largest port serving the North Sea oil and gas industry, has upgraded its CCTV recording capability with a solution from IndigoVision. Aberdeen Harbour handles around 5 million tonnes of cargo a year and is the centre of activity for the offshore oil and gas industry's marine support operations in North-West Europe. This creates a complex security environment, with ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
Cambridge City Council turns to SecurAccess for remote working security and CoCo compliance
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264209.html
The residents of Cambridge elect 42 councillors across 14 wards, who are responsible for setting the budget and policy framework in the city. Backing up every decision and policy change is a workforce of hundreds of employees who ensure that any decisions made by the council are successfully implemented at a practical level.In order to ensure that the council's civic responsibility can be met, ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
VirusBarrier X6 provides comprehensive protection from both malware and network threats for Macs
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264198.html
Intego has announced the release of VirusBarrier X6, the latest version of its antivirus and anti-malware software. VirusBarrier X6 now provides comprehensive protection from both malware and network threats. VirusBarrier X6 is the only antivirus program for Mac that includes full antivirus and anti-malware protection together with a two-way firewall, network protection, anti-phishing, anti-spywar ...[more]
Wed, 20 Jan 10
Sliders UK offers 10-year security guarantee on its range of in-line PVC-U patio doors
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264210.html
Sliders UK has been manufacturing the UK's first Secured By Design patio door since July 2008. Its Ultimate patio door is the first in-line PVC-U patio door to have been awarded Secured by Design status and the BBA's Enhanced Security certification, making it the most secure patio door on the market. Sliders UK is now giving a 10-year security guarantee on its range of in-line PVC-U patio door ...[more]
Tue, 19 Jan 10
GeoLok locking and tracking solution prevents access to containers while tracking the shipment
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264170.html
Across South America, Central America, and the Caribbean, new rail and ocean carrier links are being made within the region and internationally. Even domestically, trade routes are being developed and improved to increase cargo traffic to and from previously harder to access areas. The new trade routes are seen as boosters to the Latin American and Caribbean economies.One such domestic project ...[more]
Tue, 19 Jan 10
New technologies can provide cost-effective security services to vacant properties
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264149.html
Property companies and commercial landlords should review their vacant property portfolios as the commercial property market is showing signs of recovery. IPD has reported that the 3rd quarter of 2009 marked the first growth in UK commercial property values since 2007.Yet recent reports indicate that repairs and maintenance budgets for vacant property that were drastically cut a year ago have ...[more]
Tue, 19 Jan 10
Bloxx Media Filter enables schools and students to obtain online social media securely
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264182.html
Bloxx has announced the launch of the Bloxx Media Filter, a secure web appliance which enables schools and students to obtain all of the educational benefits of online social media content, such as YouTube, in a safe and secure online environment. The Bloxx Media Filter lets teachers quickly identify curriculum related YouTube video clips and with just a few clicks tag, assign these to a subj ...[more]
Tue, 19 Jan 10
Westminster Group secures contract to supply security equipment to UK prisons
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264205.html
The UK Ministry of Justice has responsibility for 139 prisons in England and Wales with varying levels of security requirements. Westminster Group Plc has entered into a four year framework contract with the UK Ministry of Justice (MoJ) relating to the supply and maintenance of various security equipments for UK Prisons.Westminster holds exclusive distribution and supply agreements for key se ...[more]
Tue, 19 Jan 10
ICE remote working solution enables business continuity whatever the weather
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264207.html
Network Defence is enabling non-remote employees to work quickly and securely from any location with the AppGate in case of emergency (ICE) licence. The remote access solution helps companies avoid the cost of staff absenteeism and maintain effective business operations in case of emergency situations.The solution, which is based on an AppGate remote access platform with an ICE licence, provid ...[more]
Mon, 18 Jan 10
Culpeper County receives award for ForeScout NAC implementation
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264022.html
ForeScout has announced that Culpeper County of Virginia has received IDG's InfoWorld 100 Award for their implementation of ForeScout CounterACT. Every year, InfoWorld names 100 companies that have made the best use of technology to enhance their business. The InfoWorld 100 Awards celebrate IT projects that use technology in smart, innovative, creative ways to meet business and technical objec ...[more]
Sun, 17 Jan 10
Lanner Electronics' FW-6485 available for sample orders
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263976.html
Lanner Electronics' FW-6485 is now available for sample orders; this Network Security Appliance is a versatile system built around the VIA CN700 chipset and the VIA C7 1.5 GHz processor. Included are two PCI Expansion slots and the ability to switch on a low power mode, making this platform customizable to low power and green conscience users.According to Terence Chou, one of Lanner's premie ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
SALTO electronic access-control system increases security at Clifton College
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264176.html
Clifton College in Bristol is a leading independent boarding and day school for girls and boys aged 3 18 years. The campus consists of around 40 buildings and with conventional key locks and pin-code locks to classrooms and buildings, the long-term security issues and staff responsible for carrying large bunches of keys were becoming an increasing concern.Clifton is a School integrated into it ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
BitArmor acquisition enables Trustwave to help businesses meet evolving data security and compliance requirements
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264202.html
Trustwave has acquired BitArmor, a leading provider of data encryption solutions. The terms of the deal are confidential. Encryption is the conversion of data into a format that cannot be understood by unauthorized parties. Encryption, along with other information security technologies such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Network Access Control (NAC), Intrusion Detection (IDS) and Prevention Sy ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
IC2 CCTV installs 802 Global wireless redeployable cameras in Maidstone park and ride car parks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264194.html
The Maidstone Borough Council operates a number of park and ride facilities that have successfully contributed towards reducing the number of vehicles entering the town centre thus improving the local environment and reducing vehicle emission levels.Drivers leaving their vehicles for the duration of their visit to Maidstone expect a reasonable level of site security. Maidstone's overall CCTV o ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
Only one in four companies use hard disk encryption to protect sensitive data on corporate endpoints
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264196.html
According to a Check Point global customer survey of businesses on endpoint security trends, the number of remote workers continues to grow and businesses need to expand their IT measures to safeguard the increasing mobile workforce.Over 40% of businesses in the last year have more remote users connecting to the corporate network from home or when travelling, compared to 2008. Check Point disc ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
Police on the Isle of Wight uses SmartWater to combat parking meter thefts
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264199.html
Following a spate of thefts either from or of its 140 ageing Parkeon DG-Series Pay & Display (P&D) machines in the last year, Isle of Wight Council (IWC) has deployed a number crime-busting SmartWater traps. Developed by SmartWater Technology of Telford, Shropshire, the traps spray a uniquely coded substance on anyone who illegally tampers with the machines. The harmless substance remains on ...[more]
Sat, 16 Jan 10
City of Gastonia centrally manages and differentiates network access for city and county organizations with Avenda's eTIPS
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264203.html
Avenda Systems has announced that the City of Gastonia, one of North Carolina's fifteen largest cities, has deployed its eTIPS solution to satisfy requirements for user-based network accountability and compliance, across multiple agencies and departments.The City of Gastonia can now centrally manage and differentiate network access for a number of city and county (Gaston County Public Safety) ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
DVTel acquires ioimage to add its intelligent video appliance portfolio to its IP-based offerings
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264201.html
DVTel, Inc. has announced its acquisition of ioimage. ioimage is the market leader and pioneer in the intelligent video appliance market. It provides high-performance video encoders and cameras with built-in, self sustaining video analytics. The appliances are designed and packaged for simplicity and from the start have always offered a new approach to video security by transforming surveillance i ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
Downloading illegal content at work puts companies at risk legally and from malware infection
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264184.html
Over the years, consumers have taken a carefree approach to illegally downloading music, not expecting to be held accountable for their actions. High-speed Internet connections have enabled even faster illegal downloads and alarmingly, more and more people are choosing to do so in the workplace. A US student, Joel Tenenbaum, has recently been fined $675,000 ( GBP421,000) for illegally downloadin ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
JetView Pro monitors and maintains IP-based communication networks in large scale surveillance networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263971.html
Korenix has released JetView Pro, a new Korenix patented Industrial Innovation Network Management System. The new management software provides a comprehensive platform for monitoring, configuring and maintaining mission-critical IP-based communication networks in large scale surveillance networks. The user-friendly software allows administrators to discover devices automatically and efficiently ma ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
Mobile phone voice cracking to rise dramatically
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264154.html
Researchers have announced they have cracked the encryption algorithm which protects most mobile phone communications, putting millions of users at risk from criminals or anyone who wants to exploit private information exchanged during a call.As a result, attacks on the confidentiality of mobile phone calls will be a major security risk to businesses and individuals this year, according to GSM ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
A total solution to integrate and correlate all sources of security information remains a dream of the Security Industry
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263970.html
Starting from the Age of Fire until today, man's efforts have been directed at the creation and accumulation of wealth and capital. The 21st century will become the Age of Safety where man's focus will shift from the accumulation of new wealth to the safeguarding and protecting of existing properties. The emphasis on the protection of property in its many forms is the cornerstone of modern S ...[more]
Fri, 15 Jan 10
Video Surveillance as a Service to move into the limelight in 2010
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264200.html
IP Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) - also known as Managed Video as a Service (MVaaS) - is expected to move into the limelight in 2010. With VSaaS, the initial system cost is reduced by removing the need for local management and storage, and replacing it with a subscription-based service. And users are not required to be IT experts as the system's management is performed remotely.Accor ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
Virgin Holidays implements EV SSL from GlobalSign to protect its brand from copy cat websites and safeguard customers from phishing attacks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264197.html
GlobalSign Ltd has announced that Virgin Holidays is the latest major brand to implement GlobalSign's Extended Validation (EV) SSL technology to secure its Virgin Holidays public facing website - the second Virgin brand to choose GlobalSign's most advanced SSL Certificate, after Virgin Atlantic adopted the technology on its website in May last year. EV SSL activates the browser's green addres ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
Google hit by sophisticated and targeted cyber attack originating from China
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264193.html
An unusually sophisticated attack has reportedly hit Google Inc. and over thirty other firms, many of them in the Silicon Valley. It appears that attackers targeted source code repositories. Among the companies targeted were Google Inc., several high tech companies based in the Silicon Valley, financial institutions and defense contractors. Google said the e-mail accounts of Chinese human righ ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
Xtralis VESDA aspirating smoke detectors safeguard Madrid Metro passengers, staff and rail infrastructure
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264159.html
Covering more than 127 kilometres of track on 11 lines running beneath the city, Madrid Metro serves 423 million passengers each year. Xtralis VESDA aspirating smoke detectors (ASDs) have been used for several years across the Madrid Metro system to safeguard passengers, staff and rail infrastructure. Thousands of VESDA detectors have ensured reliable, early warning smoke detection acros ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
IP CCTV with Automatic Face Recognition can help address the huge rise in shoplifting
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264164.html
The latest shoplifting figures released by the British Retail Consortium reveal that a shop theft occurred nearly once every minute in 2009 landing UK businesses with a hefty GBP1.1bn bill. Retailers considering how to tackle this issue in 2010 may want to consider how IPCCTV systems could help them address this increasingly expensive problem. Matt McCloskey, Senior Manager, Applications & Se ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
Contactless smart cards can offer considerable value to the UK police force
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264187.html
IAM (Identity and access management) is a significant challenge for police forces throughout the country. Enabling employees to quickly and securely access data and facilities has always been a high priority. The growing number of data sources now available to police is making it more critical than ever that the right people have access to the information they need, and that this data can be asse ...[more]
Thu, 14 Jan 10
Cyber-Criminals Target School Districts
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264192.html
According to Comodo, local school districts across the United States have emerged as a prime target for cyber-criminals. In the fall of 2009, districts in Colorado, Illinois, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania all reported thefts of tens of thousands of dollars each due to a cyber-crime wave. The threat continues: on January 5, 2010, the Duanesburg, New York Central School District disclosed an attempted t ...[more]
Wed, 13 Jan 10
XIRING to supply smart card readers to secure Gendarmerie Nationale workstations in France
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264185.html
The steady implementation of e-administration infrastructure in France has led to the introduction of tighter systems in terms of data security. Within this environment, the Gendarmerie Nationale launched a call for tenders to supply secure smart card readers to equip its police officers' workstations.XIRING has announced that it has been chosen by France's Gendarmerie Nationale, following a p ...[more]
Wed, 13 Jan 10
SALTO Systems XS4 access control solution deployed at Moonee Valley Racecourse in Australia
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264174.html
One of Australia's premier sports locations, Moonee Valley racecourse is one of the busiest horse racing venues in Australia and is located just 6 km from Melbourne's Central Business District. Hosting thoroughbred horse race meetings and many functions and events, it is home to the Moonee Valley Racing Club's flagship event the "Tatts Cox Plate" which is Australasia's premier weight for age race. ...[more]
Wed, 13 Jan 10
Siemens Intrunet E-Line intruder detector designed to cut installation time by up to 50 percent
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264186.html
Siemens Security Products has released the new E-line series of detectors to complement its intruder product range. The Intrunet E-Line internal detector range has been specially designed to deliver optimal versatility and cost/performance for low to medium risk applications, in quiet to harsh environments.The range includes single and dual technology detectors, combining cost-effective detec ...[more]
Wed, 13 Jan 10
Oaklee Housing Association selects DeviceLock to protect its sensitive data
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264178.html
Oaklee Housing Association is a voluntary non-profit organisation providing social housing, care and support services, with over a hundred and forty network users working across sixty-five satellite offices throughout Northern Ireland. From a corporate network perspective there is a lot of highly sensitive information, that of tenants and the business as a whole which needs to be hosted on the net ...[more]
Wed, 13 Jan 10
Care UK safeguards company data with Becrypt DISK Protect
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264183.html
Becrypt has announced its partnership with Care UK, an independent provider of health and social care, to provide a range of security solutions, enabling Care UK to enhance comply with government and NHS legislation as well as safeguarding company data and its employees.Care UK selected Becrypt from a trial of three security providers, to implement its DISK Protect and Enterprise Manager solut ...[more]
Tue, 12 Jan 10
Terahertz sensors detect explosives hidden by clothing and shoes
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264177.html
TeraView has demonstrated for the first time the ability of Terahertz light to detect different types of plastic explosives through clothing, including PETN, the explosive which the Detroit bomber recently successfully carried onto an aircraft undetected.TeraView's technology can safely, non invasively and quickly image through different types of clothing and other concealment and confusion ma ...[more]
Tue, 12 Jan 10
HID launches Rijkspas-compliant iCLASS smart card reader for Dutch government agencies
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264180.html
HID Global has announced the launch of its Rijkspas-compliant iCLASS smart card reader designed for Dutch government agencies adopting MIFARE DESFire EV1 smart card technology. Featuring DESFire EV1 technology and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to protect data transfer between the credential and reader as required by the Rijkspas specification, the reader enables government entities to ut ...[more]
Tue, 12 Jan 10
Cosign digital signature improves AIG-Israel point of sale system and reduces their paper workflow
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264181.html
AIG-Israel is one of Israel's leading insurance companies. AIG-Israel Insurance Co. has announced it has implemented the Cosign digital signature solution from ARX. The CoSign digital signature solutions is implemented by AIG-Israel in an effort to improve their point of sale system and reduce their paper workflow. With deployment assistance from ARX, the Israeli office of AIG has maximized their ...[more]
Tue, 12 Jan 10
Security systems have never been as effective, reliable and cost effective as they are today
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264179.html
Technology means that security systems have never been as effective, reliable and cost effective as they are today, providing of course that systems tailored to the specific needs of the area, buildings, or enterprise covered have been professionally devised, are properly installed and subsequently monitored in line with appropriate standards.This is the view expounded by Mark Tibbenham, the M ...[more]
Tue, 12 Jan 10
Mobile operators are struggling with growing mobile spam and malware
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264166.html
According to the latest Goode Intelligence report, 54 percent of organisations surveyed in its 2009 Mobile Security Survey (Part Two) are planning to deploy mobile anti-virus products and services. Of these organisations, 33 percent plan to deploy mobile anti-virus products and services by March 2010 and the remaining 67 percent plan to deploy by September 2010. "The threat from mobile viru ...[more]
Sat, 9 Jan 10
Melbourne Cricket Ground selects Genetec Omnicast IP video surveillance and Synergis IP access control solution
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264160.html
With a circumference of 1.2 km, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is considered the eighth largest sports stadium in the world based on seating capacity and is included amongst the most famous international cricket venues. Genetec has announced that the MCG in Australia has selected and successfully deployed Genetec's Omnicast IP video surveillance and Synergis IP access control solution to p ...[more]
Sat, 9 Jan 10
Secure remote access technology is helping businesses to keep going in spite of travel disruption
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264163.html
According to the Federation of Small Businesses, up to three million people missed work because of the snow on Tuesday 5th January, costing businesses GBP600 million. And the Centre for Economics and Business Research predicts that more than 2,000 companies could go bankrupt as a result of the cold snap.Secure remote access technology is helping businesses all over the country to keep going as t ...[more]
Sat, 9 Jan 10
SoloProtect lone worker protection service deployed by UNITE
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264158.html
UNITE, the UK's leading developer and manager of student accommodation, is introducing the SoloProtect lone worker protection service from Connexion2, to its operations workforce. SoloProtect is supplying UNITE with 154 Identicom lone worker devices in addition to providing security management and training services.SoloProtect combines the lone worker protection device with a 24/7 manned moni ...[more]
Sat, 9 Jan 10
Computrace LoJack for Laptops with Intel Anti-Theft Technology lock out thieves from stolen computers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264165.html
Absolute Software Corporation's Computrace LoJack for Laptops is the first to bring Intel Anti-Theft Technology (Intel AT) remote locking and messaging capabilities to consumers. The combined solution offers consumers managed theft recovery, remote data delete and now remote lock down and message display capabilities. Combined, Computrace by Absolute and Intel AT provide computers with in ...[more]
Sat, 9 Jan 10
Common Computing Security Standards Forum Fights Rogue Anti-Virus
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264145.html
The Internet Crime Complaint Center, a partnership between the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) has reported that "the FBI is aware of an estimated loss to victims in excess of $150 million" from "Rogue" Anti-Virus.This threat typically presents itself in the form of a pop-up window which could appear on any type of website a user is visiting. The popup will suggest that t ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
GrIDsure forms strategic partnership with Allpoint Security
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264153.html
GrIDsure has formed a strategic partnership with Allpoint Security to resell GrIDsure technology to the public sector. GrIDsure is also announcing that it has received the CESG Claims Tested Mark (CCTM) certification for its Enterprise Login product sold by Allpoint, which means that UK public sector organisations, including local authorities, NHS, education, criminal justice, police, Central Gov ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
Overview of the 5 types of Software Piracy
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264143.html
The five common types of software piracy are as follows:End User PiracyPeople in a company reproduce copies of software without authorization. It includes 5 ways to pirate software.1- To install a program on multiple computers with only one license.2- Disk copying to install and distribute software;3- Update a new version of an authorized software.4- Apply a demo version or trial ver ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
Mimecast improves Royal Albert Hall email security and archiving
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264150.html
The Royal Albert Hall (RAH) entertains over a million people each year and receives almost 4,000 emails every day from promoters representing world famous artists, customers with queries, families and students involved with their Learning and Participation programmes. RAH has selected Mimecast to improve its email security and archiving. With RAH employees working evenings and weekends, secur ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
Identity and access management solutions can help companies fortify the security of their data and their business
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264157.html
Organisations around the world are facing more security threats to their business than ever before. Breaches of confidentiality, crippling cyber attacks and data theft by their own employees are just some of the issues that companies now have to contend with and plan for. These security threats can also necessitate taking a more tangible approach to security where controlling physical access to pr ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
Expansion of Trans-Asian Railway Network Brings New Cargo Security Issues
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264066.html
Across Asia, new transportation infrastructures are being created as well as existing ones receiving upgrades. In attempts to expand trade across the continent as well as strengthening transportation networks connecting Europe, many infrastructure projects have been undertaken throughout the region. A perceived benefit of these new transportation networks is increased cargo security. One such ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
G4Tec becomes G4S Technology
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264155.html
G4S Technology is the new name for the security technology arm of G4S. Previously known as G4Tec, the new name reinforces the ongoing strategy to be a world leader in the creation and deployment of building security systems for critical and secure environments.The first visible change as a result of the rebranding initiative is celebrated by the launch of the Technology Innovation Centre. This ...[more]
Fri, 8 Jan 10
How to reduce the threat of fraudulent purchases or unauthorised account access
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264161.html
Companies transacting online can reduce the threat of fraudulent purchases or unauthorised account access and ensure a safer experience for their legitimate customers by addressing 7 issues:First: Don't miss the opportunity to log transactions sessions should be designed to do more than just execute or take an orderOnline forms can be designed so that they provide clues and signals for u ...[more]
Thu, 7 Jan 10
IndigoVision wireless surveillance system provides a safe and secure environment for Grand Canyon visitors
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264151.html
IndigoVision's complete end-to-end IP Video system has been deployed at multiple sites at the Grand Canyon West Resort, Arizona, providing an integrated surveillance solution across a wide area. Grand Canyon West is a popular tourist destination on the west side of the Canyon owned and operated by the Hualapai tribe. The resort includes Skywalk, which allows visitors to 'Walk the Sky' on a horsesh ...[more]
Thu, 7 Jan 10
ADT CCTV solution protects NHS staff in four Welsh hospitals
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264128.html
A ministerial task force highlighted the need to counter an increase in physical attacks on hospital workers. Figures for 2007-08 show that there were 7,343 incidents of violence against NHS staff, ranging from verbal abuse to serious physical assaults.ADT has launched a CCTV solution to four Welsh hospitals as part of a pilot project to protect NHS staff in A&E departments, funded by the Wels ...[more]
Thu, 7 Jan 10
Effectiveness of Security Control Risk Assessments for Enterprises: Assess Risks on the Business Impacts
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264144.html
The complexity of risks affecting the business has increased manifold and the need to gauge the Information Technology risks acting on the business operations has become paramount. As the technology is interfacing point for the exchange of information/data with entities & people, there is the need to build in the technological controls within the technology and at each of these interfacing points ...[more]
Thu, 7 Jan 10
APT Security Systems Executive Barriers manage the flow of traffic and ease access to Harrods delivery bays
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264131.html
A number of barriers from APT Security Systems' new Executive range are controlling traffic to Harrods' delivery bays and valet car park. The design includes curtains, to give greater visibility and stop pedestrians, and lights to ensure visibility in low light.Customised in Harrods green, the bespoke access control has been installed at the valet car park in Brompton Place and the delivery ba ...[more]
Thu, 7 Jan 10
25 million new strains of malware created in 2009
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264152.html
PandaLabs has published its Annual Malware Report, which reviews the major incidents and events concerning IT security in 2009. The outstanding trend of the last 12 months has been the prolific production of new malware: 25 million new strains were created in just one year, compared to a combined total of 15 million throughout the rest of the company's 20-year history.This latest surge of acti ...[more]
Wed, 6 Jan 10
Safer Shed Scheme reduces crime in Bromley
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263968.html
Following a recent rise in shed and garage theft of 400% in the Darwin and Biggin Hill areas of the London borough of Bromley, the Met Police decided immediate action was needed to reduce and deter burglaries.With funding from the Safer Bromley Partnership, The Safer Shed scheme was launched at Cudham Frith Farm by the Darwin Safer Neighbourhood Team. Councillor Gordon Norrie (Deputy Mayor of ...[more]
Tue, 5 Jan 10
TRACKER helps West Mercia Constabulary recover stolen milk float
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264096.html
Thieves in the West Midlands recently stole a Ford Transit milk float. Thanks to the Very High Frequency (VHF) technology used by TRACKER, West Mercia Constabulary picked up a signal from the stolen vehicle tracking unit which led to its recovery along with three other vehicles.The signal was tracked by officers on the ground and a police helicopter, to isolated buildings in the Bridgenorth ar ...[more]
Tue, 5 Jan 10
Dycon D4809 Pet Tolerant PIR secures homes while allowing pets to move freely
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264108.html
The Dycon D4809 Pet Tolerant PIR Movement Detector enables homeowners to secure their homes while allowing their pets to move freely anywhere in the house, safe in the knowledge that the D4809 eliminates chances of false alarms caused by their pets as it will ignore movement from pets under 27 kg.The D4809 Pet Tolerant radio indoor motion detector uses Passive Infra Red (PIR) technology to det ...[more]
Tue, 5 Jan 10
FLIR Systems secures Abertura Solar Park perimeter of almost 9 kilometers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264111.html
One of the main solar plants in Spain is the Abertura Solar Park. It represents an investment of over 225 Million Euro. FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras are protecting this investment day and night. To protect the 9 kilometer long perimeter, 27 FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras have been installed.The solar plant in Abertura, was entirely developed and constructed under the supervision ...[more]
Tue, 5 Jan 10
Wolverhampton City Primary Care Trust enforces encrypted email communications with Axway Secure Messenger
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264112.html
Wolverhampton City Primary Care Trust (PCT) has implemented Axway's Secure Messenger solution, to enforce secure, encrypted inbound and outbound email communications for all users based at more than 100 remote sites. Wolverhampton City PCT's existing email system had security limitations, leading to the significant risk that patient information and other confidential or sensitive documents wou ...[more]
Tue, 5 Jan 10
Napatech In-line network adapters help to reduce the cost and technical risk associated with development of high-performance IPS
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263952.html
High-Performance IPS provides in-line processing of network traffic in real-time and has traditionally required expensive systems based on proprietary hardware platforms. With the transition to 10 Gbps networks, there is increasing emphasis on increasing the performance of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) to keep up with higher data rates. With the introduction of Napatech's family of In-lin ...[more]
Mon, 4 Jan 10
CRYPTO-MAS provides TTT Moneycorp with an instant authentication service
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264110.html
TTT Moneycorp has implemented CRYPTO-MAS, the two-factor authentication (2FA) hosted solution from CRYPTOCard. A key factor behind the choice of CRYPTO-MAS was its suitability to manage the significant quantity of 'customer not present' financial transactions that TTT Moneycorp processes on behalf of its customers, such as currency trading and large value cross-border transfers."With CRYPTOCar ...[more]
Mon, 4 Jan 10
Avigilon donates HD surveillance system equipment to the University of British Columbia
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264095.html
Avigilon has made an in-kind contribution of Avigilon HD surveillance system equipment to the University of British Columbia's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The Avigilon HD surveillance equipment is being used in the research and development of the MyView research project, a research system for the capture, processing, and playback of video data recorded by multiple cameras fo ...[more]
Mon, 4 Jan 10
InteliTap RFID keg tracking deployed by Beer and Cider company
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264106.html
Scottish and Newcastle, a subsidiary of Heineken N.V., have confirmed that they will be upgrading their existing keg tracking solution and enhancing its agreement with InteliTap. The tracking and management offering has been constantly improved and evolved by InteliTap not only in technology terms, but also as regards the critical supply chain information for an entire industry that they have ...[more]
Mon, 4 Jan 10
CPCC deploys Vivotek cameras in its gas stations across in China
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264109.html
China Petroleum and Chemical Corporation (CPCC) has deployed Vivotek's IP7161 2MP day and night network cameras to improve security at its gas stations. At each of the locations, the cameras were installed near cash registers and in the fuel dispensing areas where accidents and crimes are more likely to occur. Instead of installing a number of standard VGA cameras at each point, the company chose ...[more]
Sat, 2 Jan 10
Computer thieves steal thin client laptops from Chorley Council
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263944.html
A recent theft of 31 Wyse thin client laptops from Chorley Council in Lancashire is likely to have left the thieves scratching their heads in dismay once they discovered what they had ended up with.The laptops were stolen from the council's offices but as they were mobile thin clients - instead of full PC laptops - they held no council data and could not be used unless connected to the council ...[more]
Fri, 1 Jan 10
IPSA and BSIA members pass the inspection for Approved Contractor Scheme in Northern Ireland
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264083.html
In order to pass the inspection for the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS), companies have to demonstrate compliance with the relevant industry standards and a quality scheme covering key aspects of the management of the company, its relationship with both employees and clients and also corporate social responsibility.The International Professional Security Association (IPSA) has noted that memb ...[more]
Fri, 1 Jan 10
SmoothWall Guardian web filter safeguardes Internet and email access for UK Mail
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264094.html
Formerly known as Business Post, UK Mail is best known for its mail, parcel, pallet, courier and logistics services, and now has a growing online operation through iMail and iConsign. UK Mail has a national network of more than 50 sites and 3,500 vehicles that support its low-cost delivery options. SmoothWall's Guardian web filter is safeguarding Internet and email access for UK Mail, the expr ...[more]
Fri, 1 Jan 10
NetAge joins the Neptuny Business Partner Program
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article263908.html
Neptuny has announced that NetAge Solutions GmbH, a German-based consulting firm, has joined the Neptuny Business Partner Program. The Neptuny Business Partner Program is designed to support partners in reselling its solutions and providing their consulting and support services on CaplanTM.Neptuny CaplanTM is the Capacity Planning solution that allows customers to safely optimize, rationalize ...[more]