IT systems security requires vigilance at all levels
The average hacker used to be a cyberspace vandal whose prime motivation was mischief and developing a reputation as an IT wizard. Over the past year, however, hackers have increasingly used their skills to break into inadequately guarded systems to steal money and valuable data.
Modern day James Bond shares tips for thwarting corporate spies
Most crooks aren't all that smart and spies are no exception, according to former National Security Agency analyst Ira Winkler. Getting confidential financial and technical information right from the source is simpler than you'd think.
Is centralized identity management the solution to cyber-security issues?
Passwords are "the dirty little secret" of the computer-security industry, says Arvind Krishna, a software security expert. The use –- and misuse – of passwords illuminates a cyber-security conundrum: is it about the user, or the data?
Spy vs. spy: FBI seeks sleuthing partners in Homeland Security mission
InfraGard is an association of businesses, schools, state and local law enforcement and private individuals dedicated to sharing information and intelligence "to prevent hostile acts against the United States." The FBI partner organization consists of a national network of 84 local chapters whose me
Whither 'internet anarchy?' controlling adult content online
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) -- the organization that determines who gets what domain name on the World Wide Web -- recently delayed decision on a proposed .xxx string that would identify content produced by the "responsible online adult-entertainment community." P
Knowledge may be your company's greatest untapped resource
Your company's most valuable resource may be locked inside the brains of employees. A W. P. Carey School of Business professor has written a paper that describes ways a business can unlock and use this powerful resource.
Searching for truth -- or whatever -- could be easier with recognition
Keyword searches can be a waste of valuable time, affecting productivity in a company with an extensive database. New research from an information systems professor at W. P.
Scholarships offer serenity and strength to students
The CIS department offers three scholarships to students, and attaining one has been made easier with the school's general scholarship process.
Tianbing Qian of Ports America gives tips for work-school-life balance
W. P. Carey computer information systems students are teaming up with the country’s largest port terminal operator to solve real-world issues in shipping and transportation.
Outstanding Graduating CIS Senior: Kyle Helmle
Whether it was coaching kids on the basketball team, tutoring classmates, or being a friendly face to a new first-year student, helping others comes naturally to this triple major, new alumnus.