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About the Open Web Application Security Project
Get an overview of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) and the projects they conduct. Article
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Seven trends to expect from virus and worm authors in 2006
This threat monitor tip outlines seven emerging trends among virus and worm writers, explains why it is important to implement enterprise-wide security measures and provides tools and tactics to defend against them. Tip
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Gaining access using application and operating system attacks
In this excerpt from Chapter 7 of Counter Hack Reloaded: A Step-by-Step Guide to Computer Attacks and Effective Defenses, Second Edition, authors Ed Skoudis and Tom Liston explain how security professionals can use exploit frameworks to their advanta... Book Chapter
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Stop URL spoofing attacks in their tracks
Learn how to secure Windows systems from URL spoofing attacks using anti-spoofing browser features, e-mail policy settings and word of mouth. Tip
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Keep attackers from phishing in your waters
Learn why phishing attacks continue to rise and three steps you can take to mitigate this risk. Tip
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Preventing SQL Injection attacks
Learn what a SQL injection exploit is, and how to defend yourself. Mike Chapple offers five methods to reduce the possibility of a future SQL injection attack on your applications. Tip
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SQL injection defense tactics
SQL injection exploits are dangerous, but not difficult to prevent. James C. Foster explains how proper input validation and other methods can secure your code. Tip
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How to avoid authentication bypass attacks
Strong authentication methods may not fully protect your applications. George Wrenn offers some tips for avoiding authentication bypass attacks. Tip
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Deal with cross-site scripting
Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities are a serious problem in application security. Mike Chapple offers basic information an XSS exploit. Tip
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Cross-site scripting: Intro to XSS
Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities abound. James Michael Stewart gives an overview of XSS. Tip