We just released the August edition of OUCH! today. As always, this is our free security awareness newsletter designed for the Ordinary Computer User (OCU) that you are free to share with others or distribute in your own organization. We understand that awareness is a global challenge, that is why we translate OUCH! into ten different languages (and growing). This month we focus on updating software, why it is so important to keep your operating systems and applications up-to-date. In addition, we cover how this goes beyond just computers but smartphones and tablets. We then provide examples of how you can keep your systems current. Download now the latest OUCH! security awareness newsletter.
Note: One of the things the OUCH! editorial board had a challenge with was finding a solution that helps keep Mac applications current. OUCH! reader Corby pointed out MacUpdate Desktop. While I have never tried this, it looks like an interesting option.
About the Author
Lance Spitzner
Director, SANS Security Awareness
Lance has over 20 years of security experience in cyber threat research, awareness and training. He invented the concept of honeynets, founded the Honeynet Project and helped pioneer the field of cyber intelligence. Lance has published three security books, consulted in over 25 countries and helped hundreds of organizations establish mature security awareness programs. Lance serves on the Board for the NCSA, is a frequent presenter, serial tweeter ( @lspitzner ) and works on numerous community security projects. He served as an armor officer in the Army's Rapid Deployment Force and earned his MBA from the University of Illinois.