Skype Me! From Single User to Small Enterprise and Beyond

by Markus Daehne

Author	: Markus Daehne
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 449
Release	: 2005-12-12
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080489710

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This book is divided into four parts. Part I begins with several chapters on the basics of Skype. Here the reader learns how to install and configure Skype on several platforms including Windows, Max OSX, Linux, and PocketPC. The reader will also learn how to begin making voice over IP calls immediately. Part II deals with the more advanced features of Skype. Here the reader learns how to use Skype on new "Skype Ready cell phones, use Skype for more advanced, business-oriented tasks such as scheduling and file transfers, as well as using SkypeOut. Part III discusses how to integrate Skype with third party networking, communication, and security devices such as routers, firewalls, and mail servers, as well as using the brand new Skype for Business. Part IV covers the Skype Application Programming Interface, Plug-ins, Add-ons, and third party tools. Here the reader learns to develop and customize their own applications using the new, powerful, Skype API.* Skype has over 70,000,0000 users worldwide, and 13 forums with over 25,000 members* Skype's Application Programming Interface (API) allows users to develop their own applications and customize Skype with the information found in this book* Makrus Daehne is one of the most recognized and respected authorities on Skype and he is the forum moderator on the Skype Web site

WarDriving and Wireless Penetration Testing

by Chris Hurley

Author	: Chris Hurley
Publisher	: Syngress
Total Pages	: 452
Release	: 2007
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 9781597491112

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"WarDriving and Wireless Penetration Testing" brings together the premiere wireless penetration testers to outline how successful penetration testing of wireless networks is accomplished, as well as how to defend against these attacks.

How to Cheat at Configuring Exchange Server 2007

by Henrik Walther

Author	: Henrik Walther
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 625
Release	: 2011-04-18
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080554202

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The Perfect Reference for the Multitasked System AdministratorsThe new version of Exchange is an ambitious overhaul that tries to balance the growing needs for performance, cost effectiveness, and security. For the average system administrator, it will present a difficult migration path from earlier versions and a vexing number of new features. How to Cheat will help you get Exchange Server 2007 up and running as quickly and safely as possible.• Understand Exchange 2007 PrerequisitesReview hardware and software requirements, Active Directory requirements, and more.• Manage Recipient FilteringCreate a custom MMC that contains the Exchange 2007 Recipients work center, which can be used, for example, by the helpdesk staff in your organization.• Manage Outlook AnywhereOutlook Anywhere makes it possible for your end users to remotely access their mailboxes from the Internet using their full Outlook clients.• Manage Outlook Web Access 2007See how Outlook Web Access 2007 was completely rewritten in managed code to make it scale even better.• Use the Exchange 2007 Queue ViewerYou can now view information about queues and examine the messages held within them.• Master Powerful Out-of-the-Box Spam ProtectionThe Edge Transport server supports SMTP, provides several antispam filtering agents, and supports antivirus extensibility.• Manage a Single-Copy Cluster-Based SetupSCC-based cluster provides service failover and still has a single point of failure when it comes to the databases.• Recover Mailbox DatabasesUse the improved database portability feature to port and recover a Mailbox database to any server in the Exchange 2007 organization. - Essential information for the multi-tasked System Administrator charged perform everyday tasks - Includes the latest coverage of the major new release of Exchange Server - Emphasizes best-practice security measures for all areas and in particular the area of remote access via Outlook

Zen and the Art of Information Security

by Ira Winkler

Author	: Ira Winkler
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 194
Release	: 2011-04-18
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080554741

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While security is generally perceived to be a complicated and expensive process, Zen and the Art of Information Security makes security understandable to the average person in a completely non-technical, concise, and entertaining format. Through the use of analogies and just plain common sense, readers see through the hype and become comfortable taking very simple actions to secure themselves. Even highly technical people have misperceptions about security concerns and will also benefit from Ira Winkler's experiences making security understandable to the business world. Mr. Winkler is one of the most popular and highly rated speakers in the field of security, and lectures to tens of thousands of people a year. Zen and the Art of Information Security is based on one of his most well received international presentations. - Written by an internationally renowned author of Spies Among Us who travels the world making security presentations to tens of thousands of people a year - This short and concise book is specifically for the business, consumer, and technical user short on time but looking for the latest information along with reader friendly analogies - Describes the REAL security threats that you have to worry about, and more importantly, what to do about them

XSS Attacks

by Jeremiah Grossman

Author	: Jeremiah Grossman
Publisher	: Syngress
Total Pages	: 480
Release	: 2007-05-23
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 1597491543

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A cross site scripting attack is a very specific type of attack on a web application. It is used by hackers to mimic real sites and fool people into providing personal data. XSS Attacks starts by defining the terms and laying out the ground work. It assumes that the reader is familiar with basic web programming (HTML) and JavaScript. First it discusses the concepts, methodology, and technology that makes XSS a valid concern. It then moves into the various types of XSS attacks, how they are implemented, used, and abused. After XSS is thoroughly explored, the next part provides examples of XSS malware and demonstrates real cases where XSS is a dangerous risk that exposes internet users to remote access, sensitive data theft, and monetary losses. Finally, the book closes by examining the ways developers can avoid XSS vulnerabilities in their web applications, and how users can avoid becoming a victim. The audience is web developers, security practitioners, and managers. XSS Vulnerabilities exist in 8 out of 10 Web sites The authors of this book are the undisputed industry leading authorities Contains independent, bleeding edge research, code listings and exploits that can not be found anywhere else

Google Hacking for Penetration Testers

by Bill Gardner

Author	: Bill Gardner
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 561
Release	: 2011-04-18
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080484263

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This book helps people find sensitive information on the Web.Google is one of the 5 most popular sites on the internet with more than 380 million unique users per month (Nielsen/NetRatings 8/05). But, Google's search capabilities are so powerful, they sometimes discover content that no one ever intended to be publicly available on the Web including: social security numbers, credit card numbers, trade secrets, and federally classified documents. Google Hacking for Penetration Testers Volume 2 shows the art of manipulating Google used by security professionals and system administrators to find this sensitive information and "self-police their own organizations.Readers will learn how Google Maps and Google Earth provide pinpoint military accuracy, see how bad guys can manipulate Google to create super worms, and see how they can "mash up" Google with MySpace, LinkedIn, and more for passive reconaissance.• Learn Google Searching BasicsExplore Google's Web-based Interface, build Google queries, and work with Google URLs.• Use Advanced Operators to Perform Advanced QueriesCombine advanced operators and learn about colliding operators and bad search-fu.• Learn the Ways of the Google HackerSee how to use caches for anonymity and review directory listings and traversal techniques.• Review Document Grinding and Database DiggingSee the ways to use Google to locate documents and then search within the documents to locate information. • Understand Google's Part in an Information Collection FrameworkLearn the principles of automating searches and the applications of data mining.• Locate Exploits and Finding TargetsLocate exploit code and then vulnerable targets.• See Ten Simple Security SearchesLearn a few searches that give good results just about every time and are good for a security assessment.• Track Down Web ServersLocate and profile web servers, login portals, network hardware and utilities.• See How Bad Guys Troll for DataFind ways to search for usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, social security numbers, and other juicy information.• Hack Google ServicesLearn more about the AJAX Search API, Calendar, Blogger, Blog Search, and more.

Network Security Assessment: From Vulnerability to Patch

by Steve Manzuik

Author	: Steve Manzuik
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 412
Release	: 2006-12-02
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080512534

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This book will take readers from the discovery of vulnerabilities and the creation of the corresponding exploits, through a complete security assessment, all the way through deploying patches against these vulnerabilities to protect their networks. This is unique in that it details both the management and technical skill and tools required to develop an effective vulnerability management system. Business case studies and real world vulnerabilities are used through the book. It starts by introducing the reader to the concepts of a vulnerability management system. Readers will be provided detailed timelines of exploit development, vendors' time to patch, and corporate path installations. Next, the differences between security assessment s and penetration tests will be clearly explained along with best practices for conducting both. Next, several case studies from different industries will illustrate the effectiveness of varying vulnerability assessment methodologies. The next several chapters will define the steps of a vulnerability assessment including: defining objectives, identifying and classifying assets, defining rules of engagement, scanning hosts, and identifying operating systems and applications. The next several chapters provide detailed instructions and examples for differentiating vulnerabilities from configuration problems, validating vulnerabilities through penetration testing. The last section of the book provides best practices for vulnerability management and remediation.* Unique coverage detailing both the management and technical skill and tools required to develop an effective vulnerability management system* Vulnerability management is rated the #2 most pressing concern for security professionals in a poll conducted by Information Security Magazine* Covers in the detail the vulnerability management lifecycle from discovery through patch.

How to Cheat at Securing SQL Server 2005

by Mark Horninger

Author	: Mark Horninger
Publisher	: Syngress
Total Pages	: 433
Release	: 2011-04-18
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080555543

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The perfect book for multi-tasked IT managers responsible for securing the latest version of SQL Server 2005. SQL Server is the perfect product for the How to Cheat series. It is an ambitious product that, for the average SysAdmin, will present a difficult migration path from earlier versions and a vexing number of new features. How to Cheat promises help in order to get SQL Server secured as quickly and safely as possible. - Provides the multi-tasked Sys Admin with the essential information needed to perform the daily tasks - Covers SQL Server 2005, which is a massive product with significant challenges for IT managers - Emphasizes best-practice security measures

Video Conferencing over IP: Configure, Secure, and Troubleshoot

by Michael Gough

Author	: Michael Gough
Publisher	: Elsevier
Total Pages	: 338
Release	: 2006-06-07
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 0080489850

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This book de-mystifies the technology behind video conferencing and provides single users and small enterprises with the information they need to deploy video conferencing efficiently and cost effectively.For many years, the promise of high quality, low cost video conferencing has been an attractive solution for businesses interested in cutting travel costs while maintaining the benefits of face-to-face contact. Unfortunately, most solutions never lived up to the promise, due primarily to lack of internet bandwidth and poorly developed protocols. That's no all changed. The capacity has been created, the hardware works, and businesses are more eager than ever to cut down on travel costs.* Budget conscious methods for deploying Video over IP in small to medium enterprises * Coverage of Cisco, Microsoft, Skype, AOL, Google, VidiTel and many other products* How to identify and resolve nagging quality of service issues such as transmission delays and out of synch video-to-voice feeds