Security analysis principles and techniques for IT pros

Latest Technology News and Expert Advice A roundup of news and tips on the topics you're interested in | September 08, 2017 ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS Security analysis principles and techniques for IT pros How are forged cookies used in attacks on online user accounts? ASLR side-channel attack: How is JavaScript used to bypass protection? Why data fidelity is crucial for enterprise cybersecurity How did sensitive data from file-sharing website Docs.com get leaked? EXPERT ADVICE Security analysis principles and techniques for IT pros The drive for greater security fuels IT more than ever, but fighting infosec threats depends on locating the right data sets and analyzing them efficiently.   How are forged cookies used in attacks on online user accounts? Yahoo claimed a vulnerability in its email service enabled attackers to use forged cookies to gain access to user accounts. Expert Michael Cobb explains how these cookies are used.   ASLR side-channel attack: How is JavaScript used to bypass protection? Researchers have developed an ASLR Cache side-channel attack that enables them to eliminate ASLR protections. Expert Nick Lewis explains how JavaScript code is used in the attack.   Why data fidelity is crucial for enterprise cybersecurity Cybersecurity teams can't be effective if they don't trust their data. Expert Char Sample explains the importance of data fidelity and the threat of cognitive hacking.   How did sensitive data from file-sharing website Docs.com get leaked? Many users of the file-sharing website Docs.com were unaware that the sensitive data they uploaded was searchable. Expert Michael Cobb explains how this data leak happened.   About This E-Newsletter This email is published by the TechTarget Security Media Group. Copyright 2017 TechTarget, Inc. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. To unsubscribe from all Security Media Group emails, Go to unsubscribe. TechTarget Security Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466 Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors of that content as described in our Privacy Policy. About TechTarget: TechTarget publishes media for IT pros with more than 100 focused websites providing quick access to a deep store of news, advice and analysis about the technologies, products and processes crucial to your job.