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Biometric protection for Mac
UPEK just launched Protector Suite for Mac, software that allows Mac users to increase both security and convenience with the simple swipe of their unique finger. Protector …
Linux Administration Handbook (2nd Edition)
This 1000+ pages guide is concentrated on one sole thing - expanding and upgrading your knowledge on administration of different Linux operating systems. As with this kind of …
Extremely convincing phishing attack
Netcrafty reported an extremely convincing phishing attack that is using a cross-site scripting vulnerability on an Italian Bank’s own website to attempt to steal …
New Quicktime Player security problems
Security researcher Luigi Auriemma found a new remote buffer overflow in Quicktime Player.
Most Oracle database pros ignore security patches
A survery by Sentrigo indicates that most Oracle database administrators do not apply the Critical Patch Updates (CPUs) that Oracle issues on a quarterly basis. Oracle …
Windows Vista SP1 RC Refresh ready for download
Windows Vista Service Pack 1 RC Refresh is available for download. This is pre-release software for individuals, organizations, and technical enthusiasts who are comfortable …
U.S. Department of Homeland Security releases REAL ID regulation
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today a final rule establishing minimum security standards for state-issued drivers’ licenses and identification …
Colombian pleads guilty in complex computer fraud scheme
A Colombian citizen pled guilty today to a 16-count indictment involving a complex computer fraud scheme victimizing over 600 people. According to the indictment, Mario …
Information security management still number one concern
Information Security Management will be the most important initiative affecting IT strategy, investment and implementation in business organizations over the next 12-18 …
Trojans that use a new form of attack with rootkits
PandaLabs has detected the appearance of Trojans that include rootkits (MBRtool.A, MBRtool.B, MBRtool.C, etc.) designed to replace the master boot record (MBR), -the first or …
Watch the trailer for “The New Face of Cybercrime” documentary
Security vendor Fortify Software will soon be premiering their documentary “The New Face of Cybercrime”. Follow the link provided above for registering to San …
Removal tool for DNSChanger Mac trojan
DNSChanger Removal Tool detects and removes latest spyware targeting Mac OS X. DNSChanger Trojan (also known as OSX.RSPlug.A Trojan Horse) attacks users attempting to play a …