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Alan Hamm

  • Thoroughly Modern: Still Making These Six IBM i Security Faux Pas? STOP!

    June 10, 2024 Alan Hamm

    As the backbone of many enterprise IT environments, IBM i platforms are known for their robustness, reliability, and security. However, even the most resilient systems are not immune to vulnerabilities if not properly managed.

    Despite their powerful capabilities, IBM i environments often suffer from outdated security practices that can expose your organization to significant risks. This article highlights the most common IBM i security faux pas and provides actionable mitigation strategies.

    The Most Common IBM i Security Challenges

    1. Outdated Operating System

    One of the simplest yet most overlooked steps to secure an IBM i environment is to keep the …

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  • Thoroughly Modern: Top Things To Stop IBM i Hacks

    September 11, 2023 Alan Hamm

    As an IBM i security specialist, I work with organizations to strengthen their security position, uncover vulnerabilities, and implement automated solutions that help quickly detect internal and external threats. I’ve seen just how malicious and disruptive data theft can be and the lengths to which cyber criminals will go to hack your system and steal your data. While IBM i is known for its strong security measures, there are still vulnerabilities that need to be addressed and older practices that need to be updated. In fact, many IBM i servers are left dangerously exposed due to improper configurations and lack …

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