Privacy, Security, and Access Workgroup

1. Getting Smart About Information Security

The Information Technology Magazine at the University of Virginia published by the Information Technology & Communication Department. Volume V, Number 1 Spring 2001

2. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Computer Security Clearinghouse

Operated by the Computer Security Division at NIST, the site provides information on computer security issues and products.

3. IETF Site Security Handbook

September 1997. This handbook is a guide to developing computer security policies and procedures for sites that have systems on the Internet. The purpose of this handbook is to provide practical guidance to administrators trying to secure their information and services. The subjects covered include policy content and formation, a broad range of technical system and network security topics, and security incident response.

4. The World Wide Web Security FAQ

Lincoln D. Stein Version 2.0.0, December 20, 1998
This is the World Wide Web Security Frequently Asked Question list (FAQ). It attempts to answer some of the most frequently asked questions relating to the security implications of running a Web server and using Web browsers.

5. New Hole in Web Security Reported

Erich Luening February 12, 1998. Many of the Internet's most popular Web sites are vulnerable to new security threats, according to a report released today.

6. Few Sites Use Trusted Security

Alex Lash February 13, 1998. PT Fewer than 5 percent of secure Web sites are using "trusted" methods of protection, a new security survey says.

7. Microsoft Security

Microsoft is committed to protecting customers' information. Whether you're looking for best practice guides, information on security technologies, or just want to ensure that your system is protected against all known attacks, you'll find what you need here.

8. The Computer Security Evaluation Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ is designed to answer common questions about the evaluation of trusted products.

9. The IT Security Cookbook

This book is intended as a 'self help' guide to computer & network security, primarily for security managers, programmers and system administrators.

10. Securing Windows NT Installation

This paper is intentionally kept informational with few recommendations. This is because a particular installation's requirements can differ significantly from another's. Therefore, it is necessary for individual customers to evaluate their particular environment and requirements before implementing a security configuration

11. Security Considerations within Cable & Wireless's Internet Network

Cable and wireless Intenet security white paper

12. Take Net privacy into your own hands

Margret Johnston April 9, 1999. People who are worried about protecting their privacy on the Internet should mount a more courageous struggle in support of privacy measures and identify anyone who profits by collecting and reselling personal data, a privacy advocate said on Tuesday at the Computers, Freedom, and Privacy 99 conference.

Dr. Ralph F. Wilson January 27, 1997. As you design or redesign your Web site, you can do a lot to engender customer trust and confidence by following several simple guidelines.

14. Information Security on the Internet

A combination of guidelines and recommendations for the IS Manager and Developer regarding Information Security on the Internet.

15. The SANS Institute

The SANS (System Administration, Networking, and Security) Institute is a cooperative research and education organization through which more than 96,000 system administrators, security professionals, and network administrators share the lessons they are learning and find solutions for challenges they face. SANS was founded in 1989. The core of the Institute is the many security practitioners in government agencies, corporations, and universities around the world who invest hundreds of hours each year in research and teaching to help the entire SANS community.