Enhancing Desktop Security in a Time of New and Evolving Threats

Given new and evolving threats such as rogue security software, "drive by" attacks, and exploitation of vulnerabilities in third-party applications, it may be beneficial to supplement existing desktop security techniques with newer approaches. Application whitelisting is one such technique that, while not commonly used in higher ed settings, can greatly enhance desktop security. This presentation will focus on methods to better protect administrative desktops from such new threats using an application whitelisting technique, combined with other techniques that have been in use for a longer period of time. We'll review the substantial benefits this approach can provide.