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Increase in cybersecurity research funding advised

Increase in cybersecurity research funding advised

The federal government needs to put more dollars into research of civilian cybersecurity, the President's Information Technology Advisory Committee (PITAC) said in a recent report.
Marcia Savage Mar 21 2005 10:47PM Security
Phishers put theft in the frame

Phishers put theft in the frame

Fraudsters are starting to use a technique which allow them to exploit weaknesses in banking websites to display contents from any arbitrary URL within a frame.
René Millman Mar 18 2005 12:45PM Security
Thatcher husband decoy in email scam

Thatcher husband decoy in email scam

Former British Prime Minister Lady Thatcher's late husband, Sir Dennis, is being used in a sick email scam designed to con recipients out of money. The email, claiming to be from Thatcher’s executors, tells readers they will receive £950,000 as a reward for their charity work.
David Quainton Mar 18 2005 10:30AM Security
UK plc must heed advice in fight against net crime

UK plc must heed advice in fight against net crime

The world of smaller businesses has become the target of two Home Office online security initiatives.
René Millman Mar 17 2005 2:41PM Security
Reluctant hero: How the NISCC came in from the cold

Reluctant hero: How the NISCC came in from the cold

Only the NISCC would launch a public website without telling anyone. Ron Condon meets the man who runs Britain’s IT defence unit
Ron Condon Mar 16 2005 4:21PM Security
Who let him in?

Who let him in?

Your company could be unwittingly letting a thief through the door. René Millman exposes the security holes in the world of deprovisioning, and reveals that ex-employees could easily know much more than you’d like
René Millman Mar 16 2005 12:03PM Security
The traffic cop: Stopping bugs in transit

The traffic cop: Stopping bugs in transit

The Ivy League is just as exposed to malware as anyone, finds Marcia Savage. So how did Dartmouth College tackle the big issue?
Marcia Savage Mar 15 2005 2:29PM Security
OMB: Federal agencies making progress in security

OMB: Federal agencies making progress in security

The federal government is making progress in security but much work remains, according to a report issued this week to Congress by the Office of Management and Budget.
Marcia Savage Mar 4 2005 5:10PM Security
Israeli spammer in hot water

Israeli spammer in hot water

Microsoft’s internet crime clampdown has continued with a law against a man suspected of being Israel’s biggest spammer.
David Quainton Feb 24 2005 5:31PM Security
Microsoft and Symantec stay together in Hotmail deal

Microsoft and Symantec stay together in Hotmail deal

Microsoft’s Hotmail email service will continue to be protected by Symantec’s Brightmail anti-spam service, according to a contract secured today.
David Quainton Feb 24 2005 4:01PM Security
Fly the flag for Britain – in an international way

Fly the flag for Britain – in an international way

Without wishing to wave the Union Jack too vigorously, I couldn't help feeling a slight wave of pride at the achievements of the Jericho Forum, which is celebrating its first year of life.
Ron Condon Feb 22 2005 5:28PM Security
Embryonic infosec institute seeks funds in mission to raise standards

Embryonic infosec institute seeks funds in mission to raise standards

A professional institute for information security is beginning to take shape with the backing of high-profile users and academics.
Staff Writers Feb 22 2005 4:36PM Security
Instant messaging set to double in next 12 months

Instant messaging set to double in next 12 months

Leading companies in Europe anticipate an explosion in the use of instant messaging over the next year, but admit that the technology can be a security nightmare.
Ron Condon Feb 22 2005 3:07PM Security
Honeypot Project finds decline in Linux attacks

Honeypot Project finds decline in Linux attacks

Unpatched Linux systems are lasting longer on the internet before being compromised, according to a study by the Honeynet Project, a nonprofit group of security professionals that researches online attackers' methods and motives.
Marcia Savage Feb 22 2005 2:04PM Security
Institute is in with a fighting chance

Institute is in with a fighting chance

The industry is rallying behind a new professional body, finds David Quainton
David Quainton Feb 22 2005 12:52PM Security
In from the field: Complying with remote access rules

In from the field: Complying with remote access rules

The agricultural supplier turned to ActivCard to bring its remote access procedures into line with new federal rules.

Marcia Savage Feb 18 2005 4:04PM Security
T-Mobile hacker in guilty plea

T-Mobile hacker in guilty plea

A 22-year-old from California has pleaded guilty to hacking into the US network of mobile phone operator T-Mobile.
David Quainton Feb 16 2005 12:19PM Security
Fur trade targeted in DoS protest

Fur trade targeted in DoS protest

Animal rights protesters have launched denial of service (DoS) attacks against several companies that work in the fur trade.
René Millman Feb 15 2005 4:43PM Security
Hacker pleads guilty in WebTV case

Hacker pleads guilty in WebTV case

A Louisianan has pleaded guilty to sending an email virus that caused WebTV users' computers to dial the 911 emergency service without their knowledge.
René Millman Feb 15 2005 12:03PM Security
Viruses will hit computers in cars, satellite systems

Viruses will hit computers in cars, satellite systems

Viruses and worms could find new targets this year, including embedded computers in cars and satellite communication systems, according to IBM.
Marcia Savage Feb 9 2005 11:35PM Security

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