Download: 2014 Q4 IBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Report

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The 4Q 2014 report from the IBM X-Force research and development team provides a closer look at today’s security risks – from new threats arising from within the Internet of Things (IoT), to the sources of malware and botnet infections.

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IoT: Will ubiquitous connectivity mean less security?
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As the end of the year draws near, the IBM X-Force research and development team takes a closer look at the security trends shaping our world. In particular, this report examines how the Internet continues to connect more people, places and things, resulting in a new range of security risks.

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