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Learn about PDF security

09 June 2009

LockLizard explores the pitfalls of PDF security in its white paper 10 Things You Really Wished You Had Known About PDF Security.

The white paper looks into what PDF security vendors do not tell customers about their products and solutions, and provides readers with important questions that should be ask when considering PDF security products. The questions cover topics such as strength of encryption, use of passwords, and plug-ins vs. executable programs. LockLizard also discusses how to balance PDF security with usability.

10 Things You Really Wished You Had Known About PDF Security can be downloaded at http://www.infosecurity-us.com/download/45

 

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