security tips: This is what Passport Security looks like
- 03/08/15 04:22 AM
Sixty different materials go into the printing of a U.S. passport. That little booklet of a thing contains up to 30 pieces of security—and you can’t see most of them. And good luck trying to get details on these security features. The author of an article on gizmodo.com points out that he tried to get specifics from Homeland Security, but that the “forensic lab’s experts couldn’t discuss the security.” The author then sought answers from passport and forgery experts. Holograms When you see or hear the word “hologram,” what do you think of? Passports use holographic technology. The gizmodo.com article mentions … (3 comments)
security tips: Take a Women’s Self-Defense Course
- 02/19/15 09:27 PM
Crimes against women are often “crimes of opportunity”. The predator doesn’t care if the opportunity presents itself in a major bustling city or in a tiny town with a population of only 400. If he sees prey and nobody else is around, he’ll strike—big town, medium town or small town. Women should take self-defense classes, regardless of their age, weight or height. Just do it. There’s more to a high quality self-defense program than learning how to throw a punch, get out of a choke-hold and deliver a kick. Sometimes, a predator can be frightened away by a woman’s eyes and … (2 comments)
security tips: What to Do if Accosted on Street and Dragged by a Man
- 12/15/14 09:46 PM
The video of Carlesha Freeland-Gaither, 22, being grabbed on a street corner and forced along a sidewalk to her assailant’s car gripped the nation, bringing more attention than ever to how easy it seems for an unarmed man to abduct a woman.
There are things a woman can do to help prevent such a situation, as well as break free and bolt to safety before the assailant can get her into his car. Sometimes, the abduction seemingly occurs in a microsecond when caught on video. But prior to what we see, there’s been an exchange of communication. Body language accounts … (1 comments)
A human can easily kill a gnat. So how is it that just one gnat can drive you crazy, even though you can kill it in an instant? You are bigger and mightier ... yet one gnat can get the best of you. That’s because you’re too big for the gnat, as it buzzes around your eyes, nose and in your hair. This is just like when businesses implement giant measures to enhance security and protect themselves against big … (0 comments)
Security is a journey, not a destination. This is a security industry axiom that means we can strive for security, and by making this effort, we can put ourselves on a path to security. But while we may achieve a relative degree of security, our businesses will never be 100 percent secure—the destination we all strive for. Even Fort Knox, the White House and the New York Stock Exchange are vulnerable. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't strive to reach … (19 comments)
Have you ever walked down the hallway of a hotel and passed by rooms with doors left wide-open by cleaning staff? Ever thought of how easy it would be to enter and pretend the room is yours? Imagine what you could steal. This is why a hotel that takes security seriously will be very strict about whom is issued an electronic key to rooms, and will issue regulations regarding housekeeping tasks. In more remote hotels or those in less developed countries, the hotel staff itself may … (3 comments)
security tips: Analyze Security to reduce Threats
- 02/04/14 09:09 PM
A deep analysis into security (security analytics programs) unveils some riveting areas that need to be addressed if business users are serious about reducing threats of data breaches.
Reveal data leaks. Convinced your business is “data leak proof”? See what stones that security analytics turn over. Don’t be surprised if the leaks that are discovered have been ongoing, as this is a common finding. You can’t fix a problem that you don’t know exists. An evolution of questions. Analytics programs can create questions that the business owner never thought to wonder about. Analytics can reveal trends and make them visible … (1 comments)
By 2020, it’s projected by at least one expert that there will be over 30 billion “things” represented virtually. All of this gives rise to increased security risk that seems almost paranormal. The virtual world seems to be closing in on the physical world. Gee, sensors that track food purchases, for instance, can reveal if someone’s on a diet or is of a particular religion. The IoT is expected to evolve in the following ways: Making dumb objects … (2 comments)
security tips: 10 Holiday Security Tips
- 11/11/13 02:55 AM
Christmas trees, mistletoe, candy canes, turkey and stuffing bring out scammers, phishers, burglars and identity thieves. I’m not purposefully trying to be a Grinch here, but I’m just reminding you that good times, unfortunately, bring out the worst in bad people. This time of the year is prime season for criminals to seek out victims and separate them from their money and stuff. Stay merry. Here’s how: Lock up. No matter how long you are gone, lock your home’s doors and use quality locks from Schlage. Don’t forget car locks. Don’t leave your keys in the ignition; lock your car doors, … (0 comments)
security tips: 10 Cheap Ways to Secure Your Home
- 06/05/13 11:41 AM
Consulting: Call a locksmith or a police officer for some basic tips on home security. Community programs in which law enforcement inspects a property is a cost-effective way to secure your home. Signage: Use “Beware of Dog” signs—one for the front door and one for the back door. And “This House is Alarmed” signs are excellent deterrents. Dogs: Dogs are a great form of home security…but they also can be expensive. Just buy the biggest dog food bowl possible—one bowl for the front porch and one for the back. Writing Killer on the bowl will give a burglar the impression that you have a … (3 comments)
security tips: 13 Digital Security New Year’s Resolution Tips for 2013
- 02/18/13 10:51 AM
The best thing about the “New Year” is committing to new or old resolutions and starting fresh. Whether you are an individual or a small business, the following applies: Delete. Go through your files, deleting and organizing as necessary. Clutter is confusing. Security and “confusing” don’t work well together. Delete! Back up your data. Back up to a secondary hard drive inside or external of your devices. Utilize cloud-based backups, too. I have my data on four local drives and two cloud-based servers. Reinstall your operating system. Reinstalling your operating system every year or two eliminates bloat and malware and speeds up your PC. … (1 comments)
security tips: Top 10 Security Considerations For New Device
- 01/07/13 11:47 AM
There’s a ton of new devices flooding the market and it has been predicted by the North Pole there have been many good boys and girls this year who will be receiving them. Out of Santa’s sack will come computers, tablets, smartphones, and gaming consoles. But if you happen to get one of these new devices, you should know that the first step in enjoying it is protecting it. Smartphone or tablet: Mobile malware is on the rise, and Android is still the most targeted platform. 1. Threats aimed at mobile phones are growing. o Malicious applications are a main threat area, so be careful of the … (1 comments)
Sixty different materials go into the printing of a U.S. passport. That little booklet of a thing contains up to 30 pieces of security—and you can’t see most of them. And good luck trying to get details on these security features.
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