Infosec 08: News round-up from the show

Stopping hacks, attacks and data leaks top UK IT manager priorities

Avoiding external attacks, data theft and leakage, and controlling remote network access are the year's top security concerns, according to a survey by Check Point.

McAfee claims they are 'changing the game'

McAfee releases the Network Security Platform and a Content Security Blade Server with the claim that they are the world's most powerful network security platforms.

IBM launches SaaS for mid-sized businesses

IBM Internet Security Systems (ISS) introduces new services to help mid-sized businesses to manage risk better and improve the security of their IT systems.

Launch of Security Testing Association

The Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers (CREST) is formed from collaboration between the leading providers of penetration testing services.

The Jericho Forum breaks down perimeter walls

Independent user group releases white paper to encourage businesses to protect themselves against security challenges posed by increased collaboration and Web 2.0.

Infosecurity Europe 2008 'not secure'

Exhibitors at the show are not practising what they preach, with Kensington claiming that 81 per cent of laptops at the show were left vulnerable on their stands.

Nottingham Uni deploys Finjan tech

The University of Nottingham deploys real-time web security from Finjan to protect itself from malicious content. It will protect a campus network containing 12,000 computers.

Northern Ireland health body chooses Two-Factor authentication

The Northern Ireland Department for Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS) chooses Cryptocard to safeguard remote access and system administrators.

Check Point showcase new range of products

The company's new offerings include 'Check Point Endpoint Security', which it claims is a single endpoint agent removing compatibility and management overheads.

Popcap chooses Breach for security

Multi-platform developer and games publisher links up with Breach, using its WebDefend application to help them comply with PCI standards.