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Why Can Computers Glitches Spell Disaster?

What Can We Learn From 2012?

How Can You Avoid Disaster in 2013?

The President's 'Nuclear Football' and its ability to start WWIII have been the subject of movies, books and much debate. But what if WWIII was in fact started by a computer glitch? This week we look back at IT scare stories, data breaches of 2012, and how to prepare for the security threats of 2013. What's your biggest security worry in 2013? Let us know.

IT Scare Stories: Bugs, Bangs and Ballistics

Today, the Western World is almost completely reliant on computers. So what happens when they go wrong? In 1999, people were stockpiling bottled water and tinned food in preparation for the dreaded Millennium Bug. This article looks back at instances of computer chaos and their consequences. Find out how a computer glitch in Russia almost caused WWIII.

Cyber Security: Symantec Intelligence Report

Between 1 January and 12 November, 417 data breaches were identified in the US alone. But what is actually stolen in a data breach? This report examines the types of data often stolen, the development of spam as a holiday tradition, and analysis of global trends, content, spam, phishing, and malware. Click through to discover more about data breaches

Safeguards: Prepare for the Year Ahead

Information security continues to grow more complex, and 2013 will be no exception. According to IDC, signature-based tools are ineffective against between 50-70% of current security threats. This report offers seven predictions you can use to review current defences, identify security gaps, and prepare new safeguards. Read the full report now.