Remove How To Remove Information Security Remove Network
article thumbnail

IDG Contributor Network: Cyber crime as a service forces changes in information security

Network World

Just use Google to learn how to access the Dark Web, and you can find hackers who, for a price, are more than happy to write malware, create highly effective spear phishing campaigns and develop bogus websites for harvesting login credentials. Also on Network World: DDoS-for-hire services thrive despite closure of major marketplace +.

article thumbnail

NYC Department of Education builds the pipeline for future cybersecurity professionals

Network World

During this time, they work on cybersecurity initiatives such as network protection, endpoint protection, incident response, and data validation. degree in Computer Networking Technology at the end of the spring 2025 semester. Brian even shared code that the students could use to practice their skills. Read the case study.

Education 359
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

IDG Contributor Network: How CISOs should address their boards about security

Network World

That should mean the board wants to talk with you, the CISO, to learn firsthand what your department is doing to mitigate information security threats. Also on Network World: How to survive in the CISO hot seat +.

Network 344
article thumbnail

What is the OSI model? How to explain and remember its 7 layers

Network World

The Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) model is a conceptual framework that describes networking or telecommunications systems as seven layers, each with its own function. The 7 layers of the OSI model The layers (from bottom to top) are: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.

How To 370
article thumbnail

IDG Contributor Network: How to avoid falling for the W-2 phishing scam

Network World

Multiple times each year, LinkedIn feeds and information security forums light up with examples of the latest and greatest versions of phishing attacks. This article on W-2 scams sprung from a conversation I had with my colleague Steve Williams, who ended up being my co-author. Check out more about him at the end of this piece.

Malware 289
article thumbnail

‘The key is the cloud’: How to keep up with the speed of innovation

CIO Business Intelligence

At DISH Network , cloud-adoption strategies vary by when the parts of its business started – from those born in the cloud to legacy sectors deploying cloud on an opportunistic basis. Priceline Chief Technology Officer Marty Brodbeck will share how the online travel agency sped up its cloud native software production.

Cloud 328
article thumbnail

How to close up the holes in your network

Network World

There might be one or more cloud services linking to your corporate and partner network, all being accessed by both mobile and traditional users. How can you enforce internal policies and industry compliance mandates when there’s no longer an identifiable network perimeter?

Network 150