Mind of the Beholder

From: Amanda (mandy_destiny@yahoo.com)
Date: 04/13/02 

From: mandy_destiny@yahoo.com (Amanda)
Date: 13 Apr 2002 04:07:30 -0700

The Internet has evolved to be a fundamental business
innovation with a clearly demonstrated ability to
positively affect organizations as well as individuals.
Unfortunately, the Internet was not designed with
security in mind - it is inherently insecure (*).
Regardless of how many anti-virus programs, firewalls,
and other security programs computer users may use,
security continues to be a serious issue. And human
error continues to be the weakest link in the security
chain.

While human error can never be entirely eliminated, it
can certainly be minimized. One of the best things that
users can do to protect themselves and their information
is to be aware of which behaviors may place them at
risk, and to eliminate those behaviors. This article is
the first in a series of three that will attempt to
introduce readers to good security habits. This
installment will offer a brief overview of some of the
security threats that prey on bad user habits, and will
introduce some fundamental secure habits that should be
used for all computer applications. The ensuing articles
will offer more in-depth examinations of the threats
posed specifically by e-mail and Internet usage, and the
habits that users can adopt to minimize the risks posed
by these threats.

Relevant Pages

  • Re: Instant Messenger and What You Think About It
    ... The Internet has evolved to be a fundamental business ... security in mind - it is inherently insecure. ... and to eliminate those behaviors. ...
    (comp.security.misc)
  • [NT] Vulnerability in Microsoft Data Access Components Allows Code Execution (MS07-009)
    ... The following security advisory is sent to the securiteam mailing list, and can be found at the SecuriTeam web site: http://www.securiteam.com ... Get your security news from a reliable source. ... this vulnerability by preventing Active Scripting and ActiveX controls ... mode sets the security level for the Internet zone to High. ...
    (Securiteam)
  • Testimony of Jeff Schmidt, CEO, Authis
    ... Examining the Security Implications of Proposed Online Gambling Regulation ... recognized expert on issues related to online identification and authentication, ... authentication, and age verification. ... individual using The Internet. ...
    (rec.gambling.poker)
  • << SBS news of the week 12/6/2004>>
    ... Simply connecting to the Internet — and doing ... You would NEVER set up a server with file and printing sharing ports ... McAfee says 'Skulls' mobile security threat still low ... ISPs raise the stakes on DDoS attacks ...
    (microsoft.public.backoffice.smallbiz2000)
  • << SBS news of the week 12/6/2004>>
    ... Simply connecting to the Internet — and doing ... You would NEVER set up a server with file and printing sharing ports ... McAfee says 'Skulls' mobile security threat still low ... ISPs raise the stakes on DDoS attacks ...
    (microsoft.public.windows.server.sbs)
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