Sarah Merrion - Symantec
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Signatures, Heuristics and Behavior Blocking
Feb 18, 2004
Abstract
Blended threats, which use combinations of malicious code to transmit andspread attacks, are increasing and are among the most important trends to
watch and guard against in 2004. By using multiple techniques, blended
threats can spread to large numbers of hosts, causing rapid and widespread
damage, as evidenced by the examples seen in August, 2003. Today's
protection to these threats rely heavily on reactive technologies rather an
a proactive mitigation approach. This presentation will look at three
technologies for detecting malicious code: signature based detection
(fingerprinting), heuristics, and behavior blocking as solutions to address
these threats. We'll discuss where technology is headed and how to optimize
protection for the fast spreading threats of the future.
About the Speaker
Sarah Merrion is a Principal Security Consultant at Symantec Corporation.
She received her MS in Telecommunications from DePaul University in 2002
and has been working in the information security field for over 7 years.
Sarah specializes in developing comprehensive security solutions around the
threats of malicious code.
She received her MS in Telecommunications from DePaul University in 2002
and has been working in the information security field for over 7 years.
Sarah specializes in developing comprehensive security solutions around the
threats of malicious code.
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