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RSA Conference 2016 Abu Dhabi to host information security professionals under the theme of “Connect to Protect” RSA Conference, the world’s leading information security conference and exposition, has announced the agenda for RSA Conference 2016 Abu Dhabi, which includes a broad spectrum of captivating sessions and thought-provoking workshops. The Conference will be held from November 15-16, 2016 at Emirates Palace Hotel, with an impressive line-up of pre-con...

Role-based security models are extended to include physical door access privileges with EdgeConnector EdgeConnector is a converged physical and logical access management solution that adds location-aware access validation to Microsoft Active Directory, delivering compliance and cyber security benefits as well as streamlining physical access control management through an IP network. Data security and identity management Compliance and data security requirements for the restri...

The AS6212RD rackmount NAS features 12 disk-bays for a maximum capacity of 120 TB ASUSTOR Inc., an innovator and provider of network storage solutions, has announced the launch of the AS6212RD 12-bay rackmount NAS, the newest addition to their series of Intel Braswell based NAS devices. The AS6212RD is equipped with powerful core specifications that are ready to meet the requirements of demanding enterprise environments while providing excellent performance and smooth multitas...

The TS-x31P is designed to fulfill user needs to ensure data security and to bring a comprehensive business and multimedia experience QNAP Systems, released the TS-x31P NAS series, including the TS-131P, TS-231P, and TS-431P. Powered by an AnnapurnaLabs, an Amazon company Alpine AL-212 dual-core 1.7GHz processor, this series provides a high-performance and secure private cloud NAS solution tailored for home, SOHO and workgroup users. In addition to basic requirements such as f...

BullGuard IoT Scanner is a free tool for scanning a network for vulnerable connected devices The latest data from BullGuard’s IoT Scanner, a free tool that allows consumers to check if their connected devices are secure, suggests the recent DDoS attack could be just the tip of the iceberg. To date over 100,000 unique IPs have been scanned by consumers using IoT Scanner, and though just 4.6 per cent revealed vulnerabilities, it’s the scale of the Internet of Things...

Dahua reminds customers that it is crucial to select strong passwords and keep firmware updated In August, a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack occurred due to a massive botnet created by malware named Mirai. This attack was caused by vulnerabilities in a large number of IoT devices, such as security cameras and DVRs using default credentials. Dahua’s products were initially named as the victims of the hacking and the source of these DDOS attacks in reports by r...

Borders & Infrastructure show will take place between 20-22 June, 2017 as part of IFSEC 2017 Speaking on Wednesday night at an event at London’s historic Guildhall, IFSEC brand director Gerry Dunphy outlined the vision for the new ‘show within a show’ which will meet the need for Britain’s—and the World’s—response to the ever-increasing terror and security threat. Borders & Infrastructure, which will take place between 20-22 J...

Jim Hunter conveyed that the real opportunity in the Internet is in connecting it with people Learning from the past, taking security seriously, and protecting the consumer must be at the heart of developing propositions for the Internet of Things (IoT) because it’s all about personal data, advised Greenwave Systems’ Chief Scientist. Speaking at the Broadband World Forum, Jim Hunter told the packed show floor that the real opportunity in the Internet is in connect...

The partnership will help secure buildings from cyber threats In an effort to improve cyber-threat information sharing and analysis, Johnson Controls, a global provider in energy efficiency, integrated solutions and building controls, announces a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Cybersecurity and Communications. The agreement will help secure our nation’s critical infrastructure from tho...

ScanPass® Mobile Credential is engineered to remove the prevalent issues associated with card-based cyber threats Cyber threats and hacking are consistently in the news, and recent reports have circulated that indicate that some access control readers can be easily compromised. ScanPass Mobile Credential is purpose built to prevent the three primary methods with which card-based access control is circumvented: skimming, eavesdropping, replay attacks and tampering. Skimmi...

45% believed that cyber and physical security were equally important in the companies they were linked to The latest Security Research Initiative Report published highlights the crucial role that physical security suppliers and corporate security departments play in tackling cyber-crime, albeit that this often goes unrecognised.  Physical Security Specialists vs. Cyber Specialists  In a survey of both physical security specialists and cyber specialists (supple...

One in four visitors placed their orders directly at the fair, a plus of eight percent in comparison with 2014 Security Essen has highlighted its position as the global fair for civil security in an enduring way: Four days long, 1,040 companies from 45 nations redefined the standard for civil security at Messe Essen. They presented to the over 40,000 trade visitors from 119 nations innovative products and services from smart video surveillance via the safeguarding of propertie...

The critical area of security has been addressed throughout the 17 specifications of Release 2 The full potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) advanced significantly as oneM2M, the global standards initiative for Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications and the IoT, published a new landmark set of specifications, Release 2.Based on contributions from more than 200 member companies, Release 2 builds on oneM2M’s initial set of official specifications, which enable basic...

Chief PR represents security-focused organisations & is an event partner of the ISSE conference BeCyberSure announced that it has enlisted the services of Chief PR - a media relations company specialising in physical and information security. Working with BeCyberSure, the consultancy will help protect and educate owners, directors and senior managers including human resource (HR) departments of SME organisations, regarding the importance of risk management and proportionat...

Dr. Heiko Baumgartner handing the GIT Award to Mr. Sieger Volkers Nedap Security Management has won a GIT Award in the D Access Control category for their high-end AEOS end-to-end security solution. This new end-to-end security solution is the first to offer digital protection for access control by unifying best practices from both IT and physical security.On the 27th of September, Dr. Heiko Baumgartner, Chief Editor of GIT Security, handed out the award to Mr. Sieger Volkers,...

Exhibitors at Security Essen have submitted 84 applications in three categories Numerous innovations give their premieres at Security Essen. Traditionally, a lot of new products and services are introduced to the trade public for the first time at the fair. Every two years, Messe Essen distinguishes pioneering innovations in security technology with the Security Essen Innovation Award which is presented in the Technology & Products, Services and Fire Protection categories....

New security features protect the system from cyber breaches via the network Morse Watchmans introduces enhancements to its KeyWatcher Touch that are designed to make the key management system even more flexible and useful in fulfilling the safety and security needs of resorts and casinos. New features being presented at Security Essen 2016 include security and notification upgrades and ease of use improvements, all driven by real-world customer feedback.“Now KeyWatcher...

SmartSec Europe 2016 will be attended by 120+ cyber security experts and implementation leaders Recent utility research carried out by Phoenix Forums indicates that cyber security is now at the top of European utilities’ organisational priority. With senior management investment and support in place, IT and OT convergence under way, and the threat landscape becoming increasingly unpredictable, utility cyber security teams have both the external motivators and internal su...

James Beer currently serves as the Executive VP and Chief Financial Officer of McKesson Corporation ForeScout Technologies, a provider of agentless cyber security, has announced the appointment of James Beer to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Beer currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of McKesson Corporation, which is ranked fifth on the Fortune 500 and is the largest U.S. healthcare services and in...

Features include registering, identity proofing, screening, credentialing, authenticating, reporting and notification management SureID has announced the launch of SureID Certified Enterprise, a high-assurance identity that provides configurable identity assurance for organisations of all sizes across government and private enterprise. With the ability to integrate into an organization’s existing systems, SureID offers identity solutions to enhance an organization’...

There will be a series of specialist interactive breakout sessions on dual use technology, the Space Applications Centre and cyber security Companies in the Defence, Security, Space and Aerospace industries will have a unique opportunity to learn how innovation is shaping future customer needs and growth opportunities, from some of the UK’s leading experts in their sectors at an event next month. The NDI Annual Conference ‘Growth through Innovation’ is being...

IPS/DPS market is expected to exhibit a remarkable growth during the forecast period A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Managed Security Services Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2014 - 2022", states that the global managed security services market is likely to reach revenue of $40.97 billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 16.6% from 2016 to 2022. North America is expected be the largest market for managed security services dur...

By industry vertical, military and defence dominated the situation awareness system market in 2015 A new report published by Allied Market Research titled, "Situation Awareness System (SAS) Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2015 - 2022", states the situation awareness systems (SAS) market is projected to garner $32.6 billion by 2022, registering a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period of 2016 - 2022. North America dominates the global SAS market, ow...

The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration Protection 1, the premier full-service business and home security company in the U.S., announces “The Power to Do More for You” at the ASIS 2016 Conference in Orlando, Florida. The exhibit marks the company’s first appearance with ADT since the announcement of their integration in May 2016. Expanding footprint From September 12-14 at booth #3113, Prot...

At ASIS 2016, LifeSafety Power will exhibit growing ecosystem of network-based solutions LifeSafety Power, Mundelein, Illinois, a provider of smarter power solutions and patented remote networking capabilities, is already creating a buzz for ASIS 2016, September 12-15 in Orlando, with its intelligent power management solutions. Set to exhibit at booth 3461 during the show, the company’s growing suite of products have effectively forged a new category of remote managed se...

The Security Audit tool is the latest complement to March Networks’ existing Security Updates and Advisories program March Networks, a global provider of intelligent IP video solutions, introduces an innovative, new Security Audit tool to help systems integrators evaluate and improve the security of their video installation configurations and provide additional assurance to their customers. Analyses security of configurations The Security Audit capability, now availabl...

Tyco Security Products offers solutions based on intuitive usability, scalability and sophistication to protect businesses of all sizes Tyco Security Products will highlight its wide range of integrated security management solutions and Cyber Protection programme at ASIS International’s 62nd Annual Seminar and Exhibits, September 12-15, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, in Booth 1801. With its portfolio of solutions designed to meet top federal cyber se...

Information Security Solutions Europe is an independent, interdisciplinary security conference and exhibition EEMA, an independent not for profit, European think tank focusing on identification, authentication, privacy, risk management, cyber security, the Internet of Things, and mobile applications, confirmed Director of Innovation at Consult Hyperion, Dave Birch, and CEO of KuppingerCole, Martin Kuppinger as the keynote speakers at the ISSE ‘Securing Future Europe...

By supporting up to 64GB RAM, tasks such as virtualisation and online editing of high-resolution videos will be greatly boosted QNAP Systems announced that its high-performance business-class TVS-x82 NAS series and TVS-x82T Thunderbolt NAS series, powered by 6th Generation Intel 14nm multi-core processors, support upgrading the RAM to a maximum of 64 GB for optimal performance in memory-intensive applications such as virtualisation.Native support for Virtualisation StationFeat...

Ayhan will lead a new Working Group on focusing on Critical Energy Infrastructure The International Association of Critical Infrastructure Protection Professionals (IACIPP) announces the appointment of Ayhan Gücüyener as the new Regional Director for the Caspian and Central/East Asia. Ayhan was formerly a researcher for the Centre on Foreign Policy and Security in Hazar Strategy Institute (HASEN); Coordinator CIPALERT (Critical Infrastructure Protection Alert) Platf...