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The Web site of Global IT research firm IDC has been hacked by a group purporting to be Brazilian environmental terrorists to serve a message urging people to take action over global warming. Read more »

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ASP.NET security with web.config

For ASP.NET applications, the web.config file contains information about the application's operation. Find out how to manage application security settings through this file. Read more »

Removing a tricky hacker tool

Antivirus programs are good at detecting and removing many threats, but some lethal files and hackerware can slip through the cracks. How do you get rid of a hacker tool that you can't delete? Read more »

Server-side state management for .NET architects

Sometimes client-side state management isn't a viable solution. That's when you'll need to turn to one of .NET's server-side state management tools. Read more »

Secure your ASP.NET applications

Despite improvements over previous standards, ASP.NET still has its fair share of vulnerabilities. Use these tips from Builder.com to help secure your ASP.NET applications Read more »

Bulletproof persistent cookies to increase security

Web browser cookies can enhance the user experience by providing additional functionality and ease of use. However, from an administration point of view, cookies are a security concern. Encrypt your cookies with this simple technique. Read more »

Don't underestimate passwords in Web apps

Password security for a Web application is a no-brainer for seasoned Web developers. But should you force users to enter strong passwords? Read more »

Develop applications that prevent intrusion

Designing secure applications requires developers to look beyond their own code. Accessing APIs or COM objects or establishing system privileges can result in security vulnerabilities that can be prevented. Read more »

The LAMP development toolkit

Need to dust up your Linux, Apache, PHP, Perl, Python, and MySQL (LAMP) software stack skills? Our LAMP development toolkit is just what you need. Read more »

Authorisation models for .NET applications

In designing .NET apps, architects must consider who has system access and what they are allowed to do. Here's the info on authorisation. Read more »

Strengthen your app defences

These tips will help you secure your network against attacks that exploit application vulnerabilities. Read more »

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