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MacBook hacked in contest at security event
Zero-day vulnerability in Safari Web browser used to commandeer a MacBook in hack-a-Mac contest at CanSecWest conference.Fri Apr 20 16:03:00 PDT 2007
Don't let your navigation system fool you
Security researchers have figured out how to send fake traffic information to certain in-car navigation systems.Fri Apr 20 15:20:00 PDT 2007
Cyberattacks at federal agencies draw House scrutiny
As more is learned about intrusions reported on government computer systems last year, politicians question adequacy of fixes put in place.Thu Apr 19 16:13:00 PDT 2007
Apple plugs 25 Mac OS X flaws
Fourth security update this year addresses vulnerabilities that could let attackers hit Macs.Thu Apr 19 15:18:00 PDT 2007
Bug hunter targets routers, other gadgets
Vulnerabilities abound in routers, cell phones and PDAs and could pose a serious threat, a security researcher warns.Thu Apr 19 14:54:00 PDT 2007
Web attackers get better at hiding
In cat-and-mouse game with security pros, cybercrooks are hiding malicious code in Flash animations and encoding it, expert says.Wed Apr 18 16:11:00 PDT 2007
Report: Rootkits becoming increasingly complex
But more security firms are designing software to uproot the stealth technology, says McAfee.Wed Apr 18 15:13:00 PDT 2007
Report: Targeted e-mail attacks increasing
Security firm has spotted a significant upswing in e-mail attacks aimed at organizations.Wed Apr 18 12:20:00 PDT 2007
Oracle to be more selective in patch development
Instead of offering fixes systematically, company will provide fixes for uncommon operating system and application combinations on request.Wed Apr 18 11:28:00 PDT 2007
Symantec enters online services fray
Online backup service for SMBs is first of several hosted services Symantec plans to offer as part of "Symantec Protection Network."Mon Apr 16 15:59:00 PDT 2007
New IM worm targets Skype users
Pykse.A, similar to pests that affect instant-messaging applications, targets users with a chat message and a malicious Web link.Mon Apr 16 15:19:00 PDT 2007
Attack code raises Windows DNS zero-day risk
At least four exploits for vulnerability in the Windows domain name system service were published over the weekend.Mon Apr 16 12:32:00 PDT 2007
Cisco patches Wi-Fi vulnerabilities
Software vulnerabilities that could result in unauthorized access to a wireless network are addressed by two sets of patches.Fri Apr 13 07:37:00 PDT 2007
Storm worm variant ignites e-mail virus deluge
Malicious software can be contained in e-mails with "love" and "Worm Alert!" subject lines, security company Postini warns.Fri Apr 13 05:34:00 PDT 2007
Storm Worm strikes again
New variant of this January 2007 worm and Trojan combo is causing new headaches worldwide.Fri Apr 13 05:18:00 PDT 2007
Bug hunters face online-apps dilemma
Security holes in online applications may go unreported because well-intended hackers don't want to risk going to jail.Fri Apr 13 04:00:00 PDT 2007
Cybercrooks exploiting new Windows DNS flaw
Attacks target Windows 2000 Server and Windows Server 2003 through a flaw in the domain name system code.Thu Apr 12 23:20:00 PDT 2007
Homeland Security finally transcends F cybersecurity grade
Annual scorecard by congressional panel a mixed bag but gives federal agencies overall a C-minus on information security, up slightly from previous years.Thu Apr 12 13:56:00 PDT 2007
Nuclear scanners said ready for use at U.S. ports
Advanced systems designed to distinguish between natural radiation and that from enriched uranium or weapons-grade plutonium.Thu Apr 12 04:38:00 PDT 2007
McAfee offers 'Sage' advice on security issues
New semiannual journal offers rants and raves from inside the company firewall.Wed Apr 11 12:19:00 PDT 2007

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