Court says government background security checks go too far

Web-hosting firm Pricewert objects to FTC shutdown; Microsoft reveals some of its cloud security measures Security Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by APC Executive Guide: Next Gen Data Center IT transformation begins at the data center, as enterprises embrace technologies such as virtualization and cloud computing to build adaptable, flexible and highly efficient infrastructures capable of handling today's business demands. Spotlight Story Court says government background security checks go too far Can background checks go too far? The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals apparently thinks so. Read full story Related News: Ex-Google security whiz's security start-up exiting stealth mode Security start-up Dasient is expected to come out of stealth mode in two weeks and reveal its plans to help companies fight cybercrime. Web-hosting firm Pricewert objects to FTC shutdown Although a Federal Trade Commission order shut down Internet access for San Jose Web-hosting firm Pricewert based on several complaints, the company says the action was unfair and plans to fight the FTC in court. Microsoft reveals some of its cloud security measures Microsoft has published security policies it applies to its cloud services, and sheds some light on what might ultimately develop as industry standards for securing these services. Judge sides with UK bank in 'phantom withdrawal' case A U.K. judge ruled Thursday in favor of U.K. bank Halifax after it was sued by a man who claims he did not make eight ATM withdrawals from his account. The IT hiring conundrum Research from ISC-squared and Robert Half Technology shows that companies continue to seek high-tech talent for open IT jobs, but not always successfully. June Giveaways Cisco Subnet and Microsoft Subnet are giving away training from Global Knowledge to two lucky readers and 15 copies each of books on IPv6 security, the Cisco Secure Firewall Services Module, and Active Directory Domain Services 2008. Deadline for entries June 30. Windows 7 + Windows Server 2008 We found 5 things to love and 5 things to hate about Microsoft's latest operating system versions. Open-source management Here are nine management apps that won't break the bank. Holistic Approach to Business Security Take a business-level view of security and risk management, so you can prioritize security activities and focus on those that make the most strategic sense. With this white paper, learn to direct resources to mitigate risk and costs, and see how IBM enterprise security can optimize business results. Holistic Approach to Business Security   June 08, 2009 TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES So you think you know Apple? 40,000-plus Web sites infected in 'Beladen' Web attacks Cybercriminals refine data-sniffing software for ATM fraud Hospital turns away ambulances because EHR system goes down The world's weirdest mice Windows 7 to ship Oct. 22 Five things we love/hate about Win 7/Windows Server 2008 R2 Cisco adds rack server to data center computing system Data center network brawl Nine management apps that won't bust your budget How to Get Ahead of Web App Security Threats If you rely on Web applications to support any part of your business, it's time to take control of your application security. Download this whitepaper today and discover how to examine your existing security practices and get the recommendations you need to protect your enterprise from a breach. Read Now Inbox too cluttered? Take our survey to help us improve how IT professionals get the information they need. Click to take our survey Compare products, get advice, and check out tests and reviews from the experts at Network World. Over 70 categories. Visit now   This email was sent to security.world@gmail.com Complimentary Subscriptions Available for newsletter subscribers. Receive 50 issues of Network World Magazines, in print or electronic format, free of charge. Apply here. Terms of Service/Privacy   Subscription Services Update your profile To subscribe or unsubscribe to any Network World newsletter, change your e-mail address or contact us, click here. Unsubscribe Network World, Inc., 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 Copyright Network World, Inc., 2009 www.networkworld.com