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What to Know about the New NIST Cybersecurity Framework

By Robin Tatam on Wed, 03/08/2017
Compiled with significant input from the private sector, the Cybersecurity Framework isn’t a prescriptive compliance document and instead gives companies significant leeway in how they use it to inform their security strategies. As a relatively new source of guidance, its implications for regulated industries aren’t clear yet.
Compliance
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Your Biggest Challenge to IBM i User Onboarding

By Robin Tatam on Mon, 03/06/2017
As companies bounce back from recession and place a stronger emphasis on digitally-driven innovations, IT departments are finally receiving the funds they need to hire qualified, new colleagues who can lighten the workload. However, the first order of business will be getting these recent hires up to speed.
IBM i Cybersecurity
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Your Biggest Threat Since Edward Snowden

By Robin Tatam on Mon, 03/06/2017
When Edward Snowden leaked the details of the National Security Agency’s PRISM program to the media, it resulted in a large public outcry and lot of unwanted attention. This doesn’t mean that system administrators should treat all of their contractors as the next Snowden, but it highlights the importance of ensuring that contractors, as well as employees, are sufficiently monitored and aware of...
IBM i Cybersecurity
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

An Introduction to PCI Compliance on IBM Power Systems

By Robin Tatam
Complying with the PCI standard is a normal part of doing business in today’s credit-centric world. But, PCI applies to multiple platforms. The challenge becomes how to map the general PCI requirements to a specific platform, such as IBM i. And, more importantly, how can you maintain—and prove—compliance?
Compliance
IBM i Cybersecurity
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

Cutting Through IBM i Security Confusion

Mon, 01/30/2017
In this on-demand webinar, a security expert answers questions about the most confusing aspects of IBM i security. Join us for information that's useful for beginners and veterans.
IBM i Cybersecurity
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What's the Difference Between a Profile Swap and Adopted Authority?

Mon, 01/16/2017
Many organizations have the requirement to reduce the number of profiles to which special authorities—especially *ALLOBJ specially authority —have been assigned. In many cases, the excess capabilities can simply be removed because they aren't required for the person to perform their job functions. *SAVSYS special authority is a good example. Unless the person is performing system saves—i.e., is in...
IBM i Cybersecurity
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

IBM i Audit Capabilities

By Robin Tatam
Many shy away from security auditing on the IBM i, but taking a common sense approach makes it possible to eliminate the drawbacks and get the vital information we need to properly manage the system.
Compliance
IBM i Cybersecurity
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

10 Ways to Protect IBM i from Cyberattacks

By Robin Tatam
IBM i and other servers are frequent targets of cyberattacks, according to the Data Breach Investigations Report. Watch this 40-minute recorded webinar to learn how to mitigate common threats to your organization’s data.
IBM i Cybersecurity