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Infinova cameras watch over Kuwait Finance House
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265141.html
Kuwait Finance House, headquartered in Kuwait City with international operations in Bahrain, Malaysia and Turkey, is using over 1,300 Infinova high-resolution fixed and PTZ dome cameras plus 80 Infinova DVRs to watch over its 46 locations. In the bank's new administration building, the organization is migrating to Infinova megapixel cameras and NVR software.All transactions and activities in ...[more]
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Google delivers twice the amount of malware than Twitter, Yahoo and Bing combined
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265146.html
According to Barracuda Networks' Barracuda Labs 2010 Midyear Security Report, Google delivers twice more malware than Yahoo!, Twitter and Bing combined. Barracuda Labs conducted the study across Google, Twitter, Yahoo! and Bing, over a roughly two-month period. The analysis reviews more than 25,000 trending topics and nearly 5.5 million search results. The purpose of the study was to analyse ...[more]
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Manchester Airport upgrades CCTV network with COE's X-Stream range of video encoders
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265140.html
COE Group PLC has been chosen as a major supplier for an upgrade of Manchester Airport's CCTV network, as part of an ongoing GBP1m+ upgrade scheme. Recognising the role that video information plays at international airports, the necessity to provide high quality and reliable video transmission at such sites is paramount. At Manchester Airport, COE's X-Stream range of video encoders has been sele ...[more]
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Meteor Parking achieves 102nd Park Mark Safer Parking Award
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265144.html
The Park Mark Safer Parking Award is granted to parking facilities that have achieved the requirements of a risk assessment conducted by the Police. Car park operators across the UK are increasingly aware of the Park Mark scheme and the benefits it brings to help prevent crime and boost confidence with residents and visitors. Car parks with the award can use signage featuring the distincti ...[more]
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Rapport's financial malware disinfection removes malicious code that attempts to attack browser sessions
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265149.html
Zeus and other online fraud Trojans are increasingly being remotely reconfigured by criminals to deliver new, more targeted and more authentic looking attacks. For example, Trusteer recently discovered campaigns that use Zeus to exploit the familiar Verified by Visa and MasterCard SecureCode security programs and launch regionally-focused attacks against specific banks. Recent studies from Trustee ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Juniper Networks acquires SMobile to deliver a secure mobile Internet experience on any mobile smart device
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265142.html
Juniper Networks has announced its acquisition of SMobile, a provider of smart phone security. The Columbus, Ohio-based SMobile Systems, Inc., is a privately held software company focused solely on smart phone and tablet security solutions for the enterprise, service provider and consumer markets. The total transaction consideration at closing will be approximately $70 million in cash.SMobile' ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Volkswagen dealership deploys Avigilon HD Surveillance System to secure its property and protect assets
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265148.html
Trend Motors Ltd., a Volkswagen dealership located in Morris County, New Jersey, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System to secure its property, protect assets, ensure employee accountability, and reduce the liability costs associated with repairing vehicles damaged while on site."Before installing the Avigilon HD Surveillance System, we were spending over $1000 a month on repairs tha ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Bradford Networks' Adaptive Network Security platform secures wireless access throughout University of Westminster campus
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265145.html
The University of Westminster has selected Bradford Networks' Adaptive Network Security (ANS) platform to secure wireless access throughout its campus. Khipu Networks completed this project, its 250th Bradford implementation in the UK. The University of Westminster selected Khipu for its secure wireless project as Khipu was the only company to demonstrate that the Bradford solution could meet ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Applicants for SIA licences can now fill in their form online with the e-Fill service
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265143.html
Applicants for SIA licences can now fill in their form online with the e-Fill service introduced by the Security Industry Authority. e-Fill has been designed to make it easier and quicker for applicants to complete their application form. It also has built in verification to reduce the likelihood of the form being completed incorrectly and returned to the applicant.Applicants fill in the form ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
VIGITRON introduces MaxiiCopper Coax Ethernet Extender Hubs for digital CCTV
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265129.html
Vigitron expands its MaxiiCopper family with the introduction of the 8 and 16 ports high speed Ethernet Extender hubs. Models Vi2408 and Vi2416 are the industry's first high-density and rack mountable long distance Ethernet solutions that provide an easy transition from analog to digital CCTV systems using the existing coax infrastructures.When deployed along with the MaxiiCopper Vi2401 Ethern ...[more]
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Active Dashboards software gives VSG a complete picture of key operational activities
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265039.html
Established in 2000, VSG hhas established itself as the fourth largest UK security firm with a turnover of over GBP140m. The company has a strong vision of growth and recently introduced a Screening & Vetting Service to its service portfolio. On joining VSG in September 2008 Barry Dawson, Operations Director, was impressed by the rapid pace with which the company was developing. As a result of t ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Cloudmark's Cloudfilter protects Digiweb's customers from spam
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265089.html
Cloudmark, Inc.'s hosted and managed messaging security solution, CloudFilter , has been chosen to provide email security for the protection against spam, phishing and viruses to customers of Ireland's largest hosting provider, Digiweb. The solution will be offered to more than 48,000 web hosting, domain and data centre customers across Ireland.Digiweb chose Cloudmark's CloudFilter solution be ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Imperva partners with NEON to provide database activity monitoring for mainframe users
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265107.html
Imperva is partnerning with NEON Enterprise Software to provide database auditing capabilities for DB2 on z/OS. Imperva and NEON will integrate and embed NEON's DB2 auditing technology into Imperva's Securesphere Data Security Suite. The addition of NEON technology to the Imperva SecureSphere Suite expands Imperva's existing support for auditing DB2 for z/OS via integration with IBM Audit Mana ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Biometric Fingerprint USB Scanner With Access Control System
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265087.html
Biometric scanner are a cost-effective step many businesses can take to help authenticate the actions of their of their employees as well as increase their own businesses security. Fingerprint Scanners serve a variety of functions, but are most commonly seen in time clock applications, on walls where they serve as Access Control units to allow or restrict access to highly secured areas, as wel ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Lanner releases FW-7535 network application platform for secure network communication applications
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264801.html
Lanner Inc. has released the FW-7535, a network application platform powered by the dual-core Intel Atom Pineview D510. The platform features 6 gigabit LAN ports in a small, fanless chassis. Designed for secure network communication applications, the FW-7535 can be deployed in a tradition office environment or an industrial setting such as a secure SCADA system.The FW-7535 features the new dua ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Police crack down on burglaries in West Oxfordshire and South Buckinghamshire with SelectaDNA
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264632.html
The district of West Oxfordshire covers over 700 square kilometres and has a population of over 100,000. Police operation to crack down on burglaries in West Oxfordshire using SelectaDNA as part of a combined package of crime reduction tools, has resulted in a 30% drop in crime overall. Forensic marking product SelectaDNA is being given to repeat victims of burglary in rural villages and towns ...[more]
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Preparing for the policing and security challenges of the 2012 Olympics
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265084.html
The 2012 Olympics presents UK police and security personnel with a diverse set of challenges that need to be overcome in order to deliver a safe and secure Games. Essential to this approach is a co-ordinated strategy of how such incidents can be prevented or, if attacks succeed, what contingencies are in place to ensure the Games continue uninterrupted if appropriate to do so. Due to the fact ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Secure data management is the healthcare industry's most pressing issue
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264926.html
According to research from BridgeHead Software, secure data management is the healthcare industry's most pressing issue as hospitals transition from paper-based health records to electronic systems. The Data Management Healthcheck 2010, a global survey into hospitals' ongoing strategies for managing their IT systems, found that the top IT spending priority for 2010 was disaster recovery (44 pe ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Hikvision DVRs and cameras protect the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265003.html
The Ministry of Commerce (MOC) of Thailand plays an important role in developing and managing fair trade and competition in Thailand. In particular, they are in charge of trade, consumer protection, intellectual property protection and entrepreneurship.MOC wanted to create a secure environment that would contribute to the safety of employees and assets in the building. Therefore, establishing ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Imperva's Hacker Intelligence Initiative provides deeper insight on how cybercriminals conduct large scale cyber attacks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265135.html
Imperva has announced its hacker intelligence initiative (HII), a research effort focused on providing deeper insight on how cybercriminals conduct large scale cyber attacks as well as shedding light on the evolution of the underground business of cybercrime. Part of Imperva's Application Defense Center (ADC), the hacker intelligence initiative will investigate the anatomy of attacks as well as ke ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Throughput is the determining factor for how much customers are willing to pay for IDS IPS systems
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265133.html
According to Frost & Sullivan's recent update on the World Intrusion Detection and Intrusion Prevention Systems Markets, users of Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) are willing to pay 3 times more for higher throughput. The research provides figures for the average throughput per price band for IDS/IPS systems in 2009. When compared with earlier Frost & Sullivan data for 200 ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Biometric Fingerprint Access Control By Raydox Technologies
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265088.html
Biometric Access refers to the practice of restricting entrance to a property, a building, or a room to authorized persons. Physical access control can be achieved by a human (a guard, bouncer, or receptionist), through mechanical means such as locks and keys, or through technological means such as a card access system.Biometric Access is a fingerprint based access control and time attendance ...[more]
Wed, 28 Jul 10
G4S Technology streamlines internal business communications with Star
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265130.html
G4S Technology provides fully integrated building security systems throughout the world, protecting everything from small offices and schools to large multi-national organisations and high security Government facilities. Providing integrated security solutions that need to be available 24/7, G4S Technology must be confident that all systems are 100% available, resilient and robust. As part of ...[more]
Tue, 27 Jul 10
Hell Pizza security breach exposes the inherent frailty of passwords
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265131.html
Following the announcement that pizza chain Hell Pizza may have been breached, revealing customer details and passwords, Stephen Howes, CEO of GrIDsure commented:"The potential security breach of Hell Pizza yet again exposes the inherent frailty of passwords as a method of authentication and illustrates the risk of using the same password for numerous websites and online banking. However, user ...[more]
Tue, 27 Jul 10
Lambeth Council deploys Novell Sentinel Log Manager to comply with GCSX CoCo
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264950.html
Novell has announced that Lambeth Council successfully deployed Novell Sentinel Log Manager to comply with Government Connect Secure Extranet (GCSX) Code of Connection (CoCo). Lambeth Council worked with Novell partner Securiam to implement the solution ahead of the deadline set by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) to be able to access key central government systems. Lambeth Council also e ...[more]
Tue, 27 Jul 10
OnSite Aparato access control solution ensures data is safe from both software attacks and physical theft
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264918.html
Brivo Systems' ACS OnSite Aparato is a full-featured appliance-based access control solution with unmatched built-in security features. The OnSite Aparato's Trusted Platform Module (TPM), compliant with ISO Standard 11889, securely stores passwords, digital keys, and certificates directly in the system. Aparato is the only TPM-equipped access control solution on the market. The TPM, standard ...[more]
Tue, 27 Jul 10
IT security professionals consider off the shelf commercial applications to be riddled with code flaws and vulnerabilities
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264916.html
According to a survey conducted by Fortify Software, 83% of IT security professionals consider commercial applications, the ones you buy off the shelf, to be riddled with code flaws and vulnerabilities. 56% believe these flaws could allow hackers to exploit these software vulnerabilities. As a result, security professionals are making heavy investments in penetration and code testing, combined ...[more]
Sat, 24 Jul 10
Bosch systems contributes to smooth and efficient running of World Expo 2010
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264948.html
Bosch Security Systems is one of the principal suppliers of security equipment for the World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, China. This event of global significance, which opened on May 1, 2010 and is scheduled to run until October 31, is expected to receive between 70 and 100 million visitors. Within the 5.3 square kilometer Expo site, exhibits from 192 countries and 50 organizations are on show. Ove ...[more]
Sat, 24 Jul 10
IndigoVision's IP Video security solution is deployed at national video and alarm monitoring centre in Australia
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264917.html
IndigoVision's complete IP Video security solution is at the heart of a national video and alarm monitoring centre based in Queensland, Australia. Developed by Naskam Security Services, the purpose-built control room provides live surveillance services to a diverse range of remote sites across Australia."Over 5 years ago, Naskam set about looking for a quality product that would allow us to pr ...[more]
Sat, 24 Jul 10
Voltage provides secure email communication to the American Medical Association
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264915.html
Voltage Security , Inc. and the American Medical Association (AMA) have announced that Voltage will provide secure email communication on the AMA's new health information platform for physicians. The AMA platform will enable physicians to assess and meet their clinical and practice needs and will provide physicians access to information, products and services with a single, secure sign-on. The pla ...[more]
Fri, 23 Jul 10
Vivotek IP CCTV products available from Norbain
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264949.html
Norbain now offer customers the Vivotek range of IP CCTV products, thereby further extending their product portfolio and ensuring they continue to offer the widest range of technologies on the market.Vivotek is a total solution provider in the IP surveillance market and places a high emphasis on integrity, care and innovation all philosophies consistent with the Norbain brand. Norbain will b ...[more]
Fri, 23 Jul 10
1 in 10 IT professionals admit to cheating to get an IT audit passed
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264914.html
According to a survey conducted by Tufin Technologies of 242 IT professionals mainly from organisations employing 1000 to 5000+ employees, 1 in 10 admitted that either they or a colleague have cheated to get an IT audit passed. While our MPs are promising more transparency and honesty in politics perhaps the IT industry should follow suit. However it isn't all bad news; compared to a similar s ...[more]
Fri, 23 Jul 10
Geutebruck supports simulated open heart surgery in Berlin
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264913.html
In a fully equipped operating theatre at the German Heart Institute in Berlin trainee surgeons, anaesthetists and cardio technicians practise open heart surgery on a sophisticated dummy. With a special medical torso, complete with beating heart and simulated responses to different drug treatments and interventions, theatre teams practise new procedures and learn how to cope with the unexpected wi ...[more]
Thu, 22 Jul 10
Cryptzone's Global Communication enables the receiver to unlock a secured email on any device and on any platform
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264947.html
Cryptzone's Global Communication, the latest expansion of its solution for email encryption, Secured eMail enables the receiver to unlock a secured email on any device and on any platform. Global Communication is customized and built to fit into today's as well as tomorrow's Cloud and SaaS services where download and installation of software is not needed."Now, secured emails can be read on mo ...[more]
Thu, 22 Jul 10
Octavian Continental completes armed escort and executive protection contracts on the East Coast of Africa
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264912.html
Octavian Continental, the offshore arm of Octavian Security, has successfully completed a trio of armed escort and executive protection contracts for a logistics organisation operating on the East Coast of Africa.These classified contracts mark Octavian's entry into the high-risk corporate protection market - a move that the company's founder Sukhi Ghuman has been developing for the past four ...[more]
Thu, 22 Jul 10
Public sector organisations fail to keep records on secure data transfer procedures and costs
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264911.html
According to research by Software AG, over 50 per cent of public sector organisations are failing to keep records on inter-organisational secure data transfer procedures and costs. The information was obtained via a series of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, which quizzed organisations on their usage of postal and courier services for such transfers, staff time and handling costs and spe ...[more]
Wed, 21 Jul 10
COMPACT EYE OEM engine is the ultimate security solution for surveillance and protection of sensitive sites
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264946.html
Shutterless technology allows uncooled IR engines and cameras to operate continuously without the need for a mechanical shutter for NUC (Non Uniformity Correction) operations. By eliminating the need for a shutter, these engines are constantly open, experiencing no image freezes - critical to applications such as missile heads and missile warning systems. Shutterless engines are also smaller a ...[more]
Wed, 21 Jul 10
Fourth largest US payment processor selects Voltage Security for merchant end-to-end encryption
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264903.html
Elavon , a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bancorp, has announced that Voltage Security has been selected as part of Elavon's comprehensive security offerings for its merchant network. Voltage SecureData featuring Voltage's Format-Preserving Encryption (FPE), coupled with simplified key management supplied by Voltage Identity-Based Encryption (IBE), becomes one of the end-to-end encryption approa ...[more]
Wed, 21 Jul 10
MaximumASP deploys Brivo access control system at managed hosting facility
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264902.html
Brivo Systems LLC has announced that MaximumASP and its sister company MaximumColo have deployed a Brivo OnSite SE/XE solution for upgraded access control capabilities in their co-location and managed hosting facility. MaximumASP, a Web-hosting firm located in Louisville, Kentucky, is a recipient of the prestigious 2009 Microsoft Hosting Solutions Partner of the Year award. The integrator for the ...[more]
Tue, 20 Jul 10
Infinova IP cameras integrated with analog at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264945.html
With over 1 million people visiting the centre each year and 12 halls totaling 55,000 square meters, ADNEC is the largest exhibition venue in the Middle East and hosts over 60 high profile exhibitions each year, from large scale public shows such as the Abu Dhabi Book Fair to international trade exhibitions such as IDEX and ADIPEC.Infinova has announced that the video surveillance system at th ...[more]
Tue, 20 Jul 10
AP Security ensures safety and security at biggest Bengali event in Europe
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264904.html
Baishakhi Mela is the biggest Bengali event in Europe and features a heady mix of a colourful parade, live music, DJs, dance, costume, arts, crafts and the best Bengali food outside of Bengal itself. This year saw East London enjoy one of its most colourful events, the Baishakhi Mela, with over 110,000 people keen to welcome the Bengali New Year. This record-breaking crowd enjoyed one of the hotte ...[more]
Tue, 20 Jul 10
IndigoVision's new Compact NVR-AS 3000 delivers a powerful recording solution with a small footprint
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264905.html
IndigoVision has launched a new addition to its range of Network Video Recorders (NVRs). The Compact NVR-AS 3000 is a Linux-based standalone device that delivers a powerful recording solution in a compact unit with a very small footprint.The Compact NVR can record and playback 20 MPEG-4 and H.264 video and audio streams simultaneously with a choice of a 500MB or 1TB removable disk. The unit us ...[more]
Sat, 17 Jul 10
Scammers use iPhone 4G offers to gather email addresses and other personal information
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264944.html
Scammers are using the lure of a free next generation iPhone to gather email addresses and other personal information.Sophos has intercepted email spam inviting recipients to sign-up to test, try and keep the much-predicted (but as yet unannounced) next version of the iPhone, which is being dubbed the "4G" by the media.Separately, Sophos researchers have also uncovered a co-ordinated campa ...[more]
Sat, 17 Jul 10
Reliance Managed Access provides access control system without having to invest in servers, software or technical expertise
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264900.html
Reliance High-Tech has launched a fully hosted and remotely managed access control service. Reliance Managed Access provides customers with all of the features and benefits of a high quality access control system without the requirement to invest in servers, software or technical expertise.Proven to be substantially more cost effective than paying for an access control solution up front and r ...[more]
Sat, 17 Jul 10
Hackers exploit FaceBook's Like functionality to promote third-party websites
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264901.html
Sophos is advising Facebook users to be cautious following a widespread clickjacking attack that recently hit hundreds of thousands of users on the popular networking site. Affected profiles can be identified by having apparently 'liked' links with titles including:'LOL This girl gets OWNED after a POLICE OFFICER reads her STATUS MESSAGE.''This man takes a picture of himself EVERYDAY for ...[more]
Fri, 16 Jul 10
Geutebruck equipment selected for International Atomic Energy Agency's training center in Russia
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264943.html
Last year, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) upgraded facilities at the International Special Training Center in Obninsk in the Russian Federation. This centre is where operators and inspectors of physical protection systems at nuclear facilities all over the former Soviet Union and other IAEA member states receive practical training and where newly developed equipment is tested and a ...[more]
Fri, 16 Jul 10
DefenCell Profile 300 completesvehicle crash tests to meet the PAS68 protection standards
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264899.html
PAS 68 is a BSI classification for vehicle security barriers, and provides a comparative method of assessing the performance of any system designed to stop vehicles. J&S Franklins DefenCell Profile 300 has recently successfully completed a number of vehicle crash tests to meet the PAS68 protection standards.Profile 300 has expanded upon the initial products strengths and versatility to emerge ...[more]
Fri, 16 Jul 10
Malware distributors incorporate well-known brands in their email spam to deliver dangerous programs to unwitting victims
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264898.html
An ongoing campaign where malware distributors use email spam to deliver dangerous programs to unwitting victims has begun to change its tune, switching the scam to incorporate different brands. In the latest scam, the message appears to be an order confirmation from Amazon.com for the purchase of an expensive consumer electronics item, or a contract (spelled, tellingly, 'conract') for expensive h ...[more]
Thu, 15 Jul 10
NICE IP video surveillance solution ensures the safety and security of visitors to the 2010 Shanghai World Expo
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264940.html
The NICE IP video surveillance solution has been deployed as part of the overall security measures that will be ensuring the safety and security of visitors to the 2010 Shanghai World Expo, held from May 1st through October 31st, 2010.The 2010 Shanghai World Expo is expected to generate 70 million visitors over the course of the expo. More than 190 countries and more than 50 international orga ...[more]
Thu, 15 Jul 10
Chubb Fire upgrades fire safety installation at the Howard Shopping Centre
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264897.html
Chubb Fire has upgraded an existing fire safety installation at the Howard Shopping Centre in Welwyn Garden City. The Howard Centre is named after Sir Ebenezer Howard, founder of the Garden City movement. Built by Tarmac Construction and opened in October1990, it provides 240,000 sq ft (22,000 m2) of space on two levels.Chubb Fire won the contract, on competitive tender, to replace both the ...[more]
Thu, 15 Jul 10
Hikvision's H264 compression cards used at a karting and leisure venue in Florida
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264896.html
Xtreme Indoor Karting in Fort Lauderdale features a half-mile asphalt track and vehicles that reach speeds of 45 mph. The facility is monitored by a combination of PTZ and dome cameras reporting to custom-built PC-based recorders using Hikvision dual-stream compression cards.Camera footage is used for race analysis, safety monitoring and to resolve disputes from adrenalin-fuelled drivers in th ...[more]
Wed, 14 Jul 10
New FLIR D-Series outdoor dome Multi-Sensor thermal imaging cameras can seamlessly be integrated in new or existing TCP IP networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264941.html
Thermal imaging cameras are becoming more and more popular for security and surveillance applications. Thermal imaging is the use of cameras constructed with specialty sensors that "see" thermal energy emitted from an object. Thermal, or infrared energy, is light that is not visible to the human eye because its wavelength is too long to be detected. It's the part of the electromagnetic spectrum th ...[more]
Wed, 14 Jul 10
MOBOTIX CCTV solution protects Evans Easyspace Business Centre
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264895.html
With over 50 locations across the UK, Evans Easyspace provides quality small business units specifically catering for the small and medium sized enterprise (SME) market. The firm has an ethos which allows companies to quickly rent business space, easily move in, easy to occupy and easy to move on. The firm offers businesses flexibility to change the workspace requirement to suit evolving needs suc ...[more]
Wed, 14 Jul 10
Cloud computing will result in an improvement in security defences
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264893.html
According to a recent poll, over half of organisations believe that cloud computing will result in an improvement in security defences according to a poll from 360 IT, a fifth thought there would be no improvement and a quarter of organisations said that it will be detrimental. Richard Hall, CEO of CloudOrigin, claims that the current trend of businesses migrating their IT systems into the cl ...[more]
Wed, 14 Jul 10
Cloud-based authentication fuels CRYPTOCard's channel growth in Europe
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264718.html
CRYPTOCard has announced six new European distribution agreements for its cloud-based authentication platform, CRYPTO-MAS. Veridian Al in Ireland, NetBT in Italy and Exer in France are new partners for CRYPTOCard and brings the company's unique expertise in securing digital identities using a global cloud-based authentication platform to these important new markets. Three existing Nordic partners, ...[more]
Tue, 13 Jul 10
ASSA's ASSURE range provides solutions for either panic escape routes or emergency escape exits
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264942.html
ASSA has launched a range of high-security panic hardware. Designed with innovation and accessibility in mind, ASSURE products combine high security and user safety. Included in the range of hardware is the UK's first panic exit device to integrate a push pad or bar with an escape sash lock. The ASSURE range provides solutions for either panic escape routes applicable to public buildings wi ...[more]
Tue, 13 Jul 10
New electric Gate Lock offers a wide process latitude specifically designed to accommodate gate misalignment
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264894.html
Magnet Schultz Ltd has launched its new flexible Gate Lock mechanism, designed for automated gate systems.The new electric Gate Lock offers a wide process latitude specifically designed to accommodate gate misalignment. The solenoid-driven locking element mates with a 30mm 'wide mouth' chamber, meaning that the steel bolt can enter the locking chamber within a 30mm window and still lock succes ...[more]
Tue, 13 Jul 10
F-Secure Share provides an easy to use online storage and sharing solution for photos, videos and office documents
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264891.html
F-Secure Share Solution, already serving users through operators like Telefonica's TerraGiga in Spain will now be available to Internet operators globally. F-Secure Share is a fully hosted and secure service solution. It provides an easy to use online storage and sharing solution for the operators' end customers, ideal for sharing personal photos, videos and office documents. F-Secure Share is ...[more]
Sun, 11 Jul 10
Over a quarter of a million bikes registered on Bikeregister
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265025.html
Bikeregister is a secure, police-approved online database, which is operated by Selectamark. A free online registration service is now available to users of Bikeregister.com, which has been proven to reduce bike theft and assists in recovery of bikes that have been stolen. Since the initiative began, over a quarter of a million bikes have been registered. The free self-registration service is ...[more]
Sat, 10 Jul 10
The security issues associated with cloud computing in the public sector
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264938.html
The adoption of cloud computing is causing significant concerns around privacy and security in the public sector. The benefits for cloud computing are very compelling, especially as the Government looks to the private sector for proven techniques to drive down back office costs, make the most of new technology and use new management practices to encourage efficiency. With plans to cut public secto ...[more]
Sat, 10 Jul 10
Delta crash gates are available with 14 different decors
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264892.html
Delta Scientific has announced that their crash gates withstand impacts as high as a 15,000 lb (66.7 kN) vehicle striking at 50 MPH (80 KPH) and suffer no significant damage - and they look good too. Now, architects and contractors can choose from sliding and swing crash-tested gates in 14 different decors green landscaping, screen printed glass, steel screen, back-painted glass, laser cut stee ...[more]
Sat, 10 Jul 10
Half of US government workers have sent unencrypted data through their personal e-mail accounts
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264889.html
The need for secure file transfer has been highlighted by a report produced by Axway and Meritalk showing that over half of US government workers have sent unencrypted data through their personal e-mail accounts and two thirds use physical media to transfer government data.Some key points from the report:Federal agencies are leaving Federal data exposed on the wire:• 71% of respondents a ...[more]
Fri, 9 Jul 10
FLIR Systems' SR-Series range of fixed mount thermal imaging cameras can now detect targets at longer distances for the same price
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264888.html
Thermal imaging is the use of cameras constructed with specialty sensors that "see" thermal energy emitted from an object. Thermal, or infrared energy, is light that is not visible to the human eye because its wavelength is too long to be detected. It's the part of the electromagnetic spectrum that we perceive as heat. Infrared allows us to see what our eyes can not.Thermal imaging cameras pro ...[more]
Fri, 9 Jul 10
EcoSense NVR provides plug and play IP camera connection and recording for installers without any prior IP network knowledge
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264887.html
Dedicated Micros' new EcoSense NVR (Network Video Recorder) is designed to provide plug and play IP camera connection and recording for installers without any prior IP network knowledge. It also integrates an enhanced layer 2/3 switch, with self-configuration software, to deliver an extremely secure Closed IP TV capability.The simple to install EcoSense NVR brings IP only connectivity to Dedic ...[more]
Fri, 9 Jul 10
Webroot Email Security Service brings Federation Against Software Theft greater protection against spam and malware
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264939.html
The Federation Against Software Theft (FAST) has chosen Webroot Email Security Service to protect its core staff serving FAST members. John Lovelock, Chief Executive, FAST, said "The Webroot Email Security Service brings us greater protection, simplified management, and keeps our infrastructure totally free from spam and malware. We see Internet protection as an increasingly key part of busin ...[more]
Fri, 9 Jul 10
Portendo and BAE Systems co-operate on civil and military detection systems for improvised explosive devices
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264890.html
Portendo AB and BAE Systems have signed an agreement to co-operate on civil and military detection systems for improvised explosive devices.The agreement means that BAE Systems obtains an exclusive license to market, sell and manufacture Portendo's P.Eye-S in the United States and Canada, for the civil market. The P.Eye-S is Portendo's first product for remote detection of explosives, providin ...[more]
Thu, 8 Jul 10
Identicom lone worker devices protect community housing association personnel
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264885.html
The Community Gateway Association is a not-for-profit community business set up to meet the housing needs of people in Preston and the surrounding area. The housing association has around 6,000 high quality homes for people in need.Faced with the problem that its 74 frontline personnel were reluctant to use the bulky lone worker safety devices allocated to them, Community Gateway Association, ...[more]
Thu, 8 Jul 10
A third of world viruses are produced in Korea, the USA and the UK
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264884.html
According to research by Network Box, the number of internet threats coming from the UK has recently increased. The UK is now responsible for nearly six (5.9) per cent of the world's internet viruses, up from three per cent in April. The only countries that produce more viruses than the UK are Korea (16.26 per cent) and the US (11.68 per cent).The US and India continue to dominate the producti ...[more]
Thu, 8 Jul 10
Backup Direct chosen to backup the data gathered by the Catlin Arctic Survey 2010
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264937.html
The Catlin Arctic Survey 2010 is a study on what effects greenhouse gases are having on the environment. An explorer team directed by Polar Explorer, Pen Hadow and led by one of the top women in Polar Exploration, Ann Daniels - has been travelling across the Arctic for the past two months collecting data that will hopefully provide key scientific insight into the effects of ocean change. Ba ...[more]
Wed, 7 Jul 10
CyberTech wins new global contract with another top 10 financial services company
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264886.html
CyberTech has announced a new global contract with yet another top 10 financial services company. This brings the total of new contract wins to five in the last eight months alone. CyberTech is now the de facto recording standard for these international firms capturing many hundreds of thousands of customer interactions and financial transactions each week in all the world's main financial centr ...[more]
Wed, 7 Jul 10
ESG Pyrotech Secure LPS 1270 fire resistant safety glass combines fire resistance with crime prevention properties
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264883.html
Until the introduction of LPS 1270, components such as glazing panels were not independently assessed, rather the entire unit, including glazing, was tested and approved to LPS 1175. This could be problematic for the window or door manufacturer, as any interruption of their usual glass supply would mean that production of the entire unit would be delayed. If the normal glass supplier were to cea ...[more]
Wed, 7 Jul 10
Protect on Q hardened web browser protects users against various types of malware
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264936.html
Nebulas Solutions Grou has announced that Quaresso will join its Technology Incubator Programme, giving UK customers access to the first on-demand armoured web browser on the market.Quaresso's "Protect on Q" is a secure, hardened web browser which protects the user against various types of malware, including key logging and screen stealing. Developed by US start-up, Quaresso, the solution look ...[more]
Wed, 7 Jul 10
Lord's Cricket Ground improves CCTV surveillance with Mirasys
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265032.html
Lord's Cricket Ground has been the 'Home of Cricket' since 1787. Owned by Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), Lord's is said to be the most important single place in the world for cricket, and plays a key role in promoting cricket in Britain and globally. The host of major Test matches, one day internationals and historic fixtures such as Oxford versus Cambridge, Lord's is also home to the MCC's Indoor ...[more]
Tue, 6 Jul 10
Radware's APSolute Attack Prevention offers a combination of advanced security protections from hybrid network attacks in a single device
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264882.html
Recent attacks in 2009 and 2010, such as the July 2009 cyber attacks and Conficker malware show that attackers are using hybrid attack techniques that utilise multiple attack types and vectors. Today, organisations are deploying individual protection tools, such as Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Network Behavioral Analysis (NBA) and Denial of Service (DoS) protection. But, the use of multiple ...[more]
Tue, 6 Jul 10
Video surveillance solutions are becoming a norm in most security installations
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264881.html
The economic turbulence and consequent budget freeze as well as longer sales cycles in 2009 had dampened the rapid migration from analogue to IP-based surveillance. As analogue still holds a majority share of the shipment, the lack of competency and push from the traditional distribution channel make it harder for IP manufacturers to reach the market. However, IP is witnessing resurgence with ...[more]
Tue, 6 Jul 10
Fortifywhite papers help cloud infrastructure providers and customers understand how to unlock the full benefits of the cloud through software security
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264935.html
Fortify Software's two new white papers, one business-oriented and one technical, intended to help cloud infrastructure providers and their customers understand how to unlock the full benefits of the cloud through software security. The company also announced new capabilities in its Fortify 360 and Fortify on Demand products that include cloud-specific vulnerability analysis, the industry's f ...[more]
Tue, 6 Jul 10
CEM Systems secures access to the Ministry of Finance in Nigeria
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article265031.html
CEM Systems' CEM AC2000 SE (Standard Edition) security management system has been chosen to secure access to the Ministry of Finance building, Nigeria. The contract was awarded to CEM Approved Reseller, Acti-Tech. The Ministry of Finance, Nigeria oversees various financial and economic affairs of the federal government of Nigeria including managing, controlling, and monitoring all federal rev ...[more]
Sat, 3 Jul 10
Honeywell's WIN-PAK PRO Central Station software powers Reliance's new managed access control solution
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264880.html
Reliance High-Tech has selected Honeywell's WIN-PAK PRO Central Station software to power its new managed access control solution. The service, which will be hosted by the dedicated Reliance Monitoring Centre in West Yorkshire, will potentially generate significant additional monthly recurring revenues for Reliance through the provision of ongoing remote managed access control services to its cust ...[more]
Sat, 3 Jul 10
Four key steps to secure converged networks
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264879.html
The increasing convergence of multiple networks for voice, data, video and other services onto a single infrastructure based on Internet Protocol (IP), has the potential to leave serious gaps in security according to the Information Security Forum (ISF). Driven by the promise of reduced costs and increased flexibility, network convergence can expose organisations to unknown or unmitigated threats ...[more]
Sat, 3 Jul 10
Port of Los Angeles deploys NICE Situator for integrated command and control and to ensure the safety and security of passengers
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264934.html
NICE Systems has announced that the Port or Los Angeles has begun implementation of NICE Situator, an open platform situation management solution. The NICE solution will provide an integrated command and control platform to fuse, correlate and analyze information across disparate security systems. In addition, it will enhance inter-agency collaboration and response capabilities for the Port of Los ...[more]
Fri, 2 Jul 10
RSA supplies real-time online threat intelligence feeds to Check Point's ZoneAlarm
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264876.html
RSA has announced a technology agreement with Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. to provide consumers around the globe with enhanced, real-time protection against Trojan, phishing and other online attacks.RSA is supplying real-time online threat intelligence feeds from its RSA FraudAction Anti-Trojan and Anti-Phishing services to Check Point's solutions. This new capacity is integrated int ...[more]
Fri, 2 Jul 10
Arecont Vision cameras recognize license plate numbers of cars traveling at high speeds through a dimly lit tunnel in Korea
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264873.html
MegaVideo Day/Night dual-sensor cameras from Arecont Vision can provide detailed, sharp images even in low-light environments. That is why the local law enforcement and traffic authority of a recently constructed motor vehicle tunnel in Korea have turned to the AV3130 MegaVideo solution from Arecont Vision.Recognizing the license plate numbers of cars traveling at high speeds through a diml ...[more]
Fri, 2 Jul 10
Brescia University deploys Avenda's eTIPS security policy solution to authenticate and authorize users
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264933.html
Brescia University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution founded in in Owensboro, Kentucky, in 1950 by the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph. Avenda Systems has announced that Brescia University has deployed its eTIPS enterprise security policy solution to authenticate and authorize users based on their role in order to dynamically apply access control to approved network resources. Studen ...[more]
Thu, 1 Jul 10
Chubb Fire keeps Anne Boleyn's childhood home safe from the threat of fire
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264872.html
Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second wife, is kept safe from the threat of fire thanks to an alarm servicing contract with Chubb Fire. Chubb Fire is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The oldest part of Hever Castle dates back to 1270 and consisted of the gatehouse and a walled bailey. This was converted into a manor in 1462 by Geof ...[more]
Thu, 1 Jul 10
hound-it desktop discovery software is enabled with phonetic speech technology to release intelligence from within voice recordings
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264869.html
Aurix has announced the launch of its desktop discovery software, hound-it . The software, designed specifically for early case assessment, e-discovery and forensic data searches, is enabled with true phonetic speech technology to release the valuable intelligence from within voice recordings.hound-it has been developed in response to audio interaction recording requirements, which many organ ...[more]
Thu, 1 Jul 10
Smartec's STC-3002 camera delivers high-quality color images with 540 TVL resolution
http://www.securitypark.co.uk/security_article264932.html
Smartec's product line is supplemented with the new STC-3002 color CCTV camera with 1/3" Sony SuperHAD CCD and Easy Day/Night function. Due to high-quality CCD and Sony DSP HQ1 digital processor, STC-3002 generates color image with 540 TVL resolution at up to 0.08 lux of minimum illumination. In addition new color CCTV camera allows installer to use all types of lenses with auto iris controlled by ...[more]