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Over 2 years ago
Answered a question: What is the difference between "data protection in transit" vs "data protection at rest"?
By Darren Chaker - wonderful distinction between in transit and in rest! Thank you for taking the time provide so much detail in your post.
Over 6 years ago
Commented on It did not conflict with Windows.
BitLocker interfaces perfectly with Windows since it is a Microsoft product. The encryption is and security methods used to prevent unauthorized access to booting up the computer are decent too! Some products do not compliment Windows and will sometimes freeze. That is why I…
Almost 7 years ago
Contributed a review of IBM Security Guardium Data Protection: Provides a unified key management system to help simplify encryption key management
Almost 7 years ago
Answered a question: How can I tell if there is encryption on?
By Darren Chaker : I would send a screen shot of my own login screen, but the gist of it is - it sounds as though your device has full disk encryption enabled. Bitlocker has a light blue screen that appears when the computer is booted requesting a passphrase, and will…
Over 7 years ago
Commented on Allows people to secure data, while seamlessly allowing the distribution of that data in an effortless manner.
Indeed, that would be the best of both worlds! Security breaches are too common to not follow basic guidelines to secure data. Best, Darren Chaker
Over 7 years ago
Contributed a review of Imperva SecureSphere Database Security: Allows people to secure data, while seamlessly allowing the distribution of that data in an effortless manner.
Almost 8 years ago
Contributed a review of Sophos SafeGuard: Offers a three-click policy setup.
Over 7 years ago
Commented on Offers a three-click policy setup.
A revised review of Sophos SafeGuard by Darren Chaker
Over 7 years ago
Commented on Bitlocker - defence in depth
By Darren Chaker : I would extend full drive encryption for not only USB, but also external drives too. Simply imagine whatever data you have is lost or subject to a competitors possession, and the residual harm that would ensue. Information security must be part of the work…
Almost 8 years ago
Contributed a review of Microsoft BitLocker: It did not conflict with Windows.
Almost 8 years ago
Great points raised in comments about Imperva. Keep up the good work!
Best, Darren Chaker
Projects
Almost 8 years ago
Darren Chaker, recommends using Symantic Whole Disk Encryption,Darren Chaker, recommends using Symantic Whole Disk Encryption, or BitLocker
Over 6 years ago
Managed the implementation of secure VOIP and TextDarren Chaker Managed the implementation of secure VOIP and Text Messaging in a Mid-Size Company. Upon completion of the project, the company was able to circumvent industrial espionage when communicating on the phone, and use a scalable secure text message solution for…
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forensics, counterforenics, disinformation, pentesting, intelligence Reviews
Almost 7 years ago
IBM Security Guardium Data Protection
Over 7 years ago
Imperva SecureSphere Database Security
Answers
Over 2 years ago
Application Security Tools
Comments
Over 7 years ago
Database Security
About me
Darren Chaker writes on encryption, and counter-forensics at http://darrenchaker.us/
Computer Security Related:
• Security Operating system security and hardening (Linux, Windows, Solaris), Firewalls, Intrusion detection systems, malware analysis, hacker, counter-hack methods, encryption, forensics, web application security.
Physical Security Related [Mid-East Operations]:
• Protection of high risk personnel from terrorist or criminal attack
• Provide Personnel Security Detail, encompassing overt high threat environments
• Rapid mission mobilization and deployment
• Anti-terrorism Force Protection assessment / analysis and security Information
Specialized Training:
• 2,400 Hours Law Enforcement Academy and Specialized Training
• Tactical Policing (weaponry, survival, procedures, management)
• Close Protection and Contact Readiness (hand to hand combat)
• Advance Weapons Training (foreign weapons and explosives)
• Rural / Urban warfare
Specialties: Not seeking employment for domestic work. Under contract for foreign work.
Interesting Projects and Accomplishments
Almost 8 years ago
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