Secure coding must become an integral part of software development
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010
The growth of the internet – and the commercial opportunities it presents – is bringing with it an explosion in software application development.
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Archive for 2010
Chicken or egg – security as motivator or confidence builder?
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
Security is a basic human need. As individuals we all want it; as organisations we seek to build it; as nations we collectively strive for it.
Don’t let Identity Theft become the ‘Grinch that stole Christmas’
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010
Christmas and the New Year is a mad time of the year with end of year celebrations, family gatherings and gift giving. Unfortunately it is also a time when the risk of fraud increases as people become more relaxed and the sheer volume of financial transactions increases.
Wireless Security: When “Free” Is Not Worth It
Thursday, December 16th, 2010
Say you are sitting in an airport and want to send emails from your personal email account.
Hong Kong People Lack Sense of Security?
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010
Charles Mok, the Hong Kong based intranet entrepreneur and IT advocate, uses the results of the Unisys Security Index to highlight the gulf between the concerns about computer and internet security
Can Online Transactions Be Safe?
Friday, December 10th, 2010
There’s no doubt that online banking and shopping is convenient – especially with Christmas just around the corner. However, research shows that German people are put off by security concerns.
Can bank collaboration safeguard m-payments and profit from The Netherland’s insatiable thirst for convenience?
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Recently several banks in the Netherlands have joined forces in a bid to fast-track the ability for customers to use mobile devices to make point of sale payments for items such as meals or retail purchases, and to make everyday banking transactions. The banks say it’s technically possible and that the commercial case is compelling. But what about security concerns?
A Year In Aviation Security
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
As we approach the anniversary of the failed Christmas bomber attack, it seems an appropriate time to look back at what has proved a challenging year in aviation security.
Where is The Line Between Enhanced Security and Privacy Abuse?
Thursday, November 25th, 2010
Compared to other countries, overall, Australians are moderately concerned about security. According to the latest Unisys Security Index™ a regular snapshot of public perception toward security, Australia’s level of concern ranked sixth out of the 11 countries included in the research.
Latest results confirm the need for public education campaigns
Friday, November 19th, 2010
The latest results of the Unisys Security Index for Belgium show a modest increase in the level of concern about cyber security over the past six month (up 29 points to 118 points).
