Apple security update fixes QuickTime vulnerabilities
Apple just released an advisory addressing 17 security flaws in QuickTime Media Player. The update is rated critical as several of the fixed vulnerabilities can be used to …
Inside Windows Debugging
Rethink your use of Windows debugging and tracing tools, and use Inside Windows Debugging to learn how to make them a key part of test-driven software development. Led by a …
Avira Antivirus update wreaks havoc on millions of PCs
If you are a user of any of the paid versions of Avira’s various antivirus and security software and you have tried to update it/them in the last 24 hours, chances are …
Apple ships Flashback removal tool for OS X 10.5 Leopard
Following the discovery of a 600K strong Flashback botnet, Apple has been trying to undo the damage to its reputation and has worked on issuing tools, patches and updates …
Environmentally hardened encryption appliance
Certes Networks announced the introduction of their newest encryption appliance, the CEP5 LC. Developed for organizations requiring secure traffic flows to remote locations, …
Pinterest scam toolkits widen the pool of potential scammers
Seemingly overnight, Pinterest gained massive momentum, making cyber scammers sit up and take notice, then jump right in. But the opportunities the site gives to those looking …
Zeus exploits users of Facebook, Gmail, Hotmail and Yahoo!
Trusteer discovered a series of attacks being carried out by a P2P variant of the Zeus platform against users of Facebook, Google Mail, Hotmail and Yahoo – offering …
Sophisticated bogus PayPal emails lead to phishing
PayPal users are currently being targeted with emails purportedly coming from the e-payment giant and asking for their help: Dear Customer, We need your help resolving an …
Adobe privacy solution for advertisers and publishers
Adobe announced enhancements to Adobe TagManager, creating a flexible privacy solution that helps digital advertisers and publishers give consumers notice and control over how …
Forensic access to iCloud backups
iPhone users have several options to back up the content of their devices. They can backup information stored in their device such as contacts, pictures, call logs and data …
McAfee and Intel protect the critical infrastructure together
McAfee announced a collaboration with Intel to better protect the world’s energy utility ecosystem, including generation, transmission and distribution, from increased …
Microsoft shows cloud computing security benefits
Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are gaining significant IT security benefits from using the cloud, according to a new Microsoft study in five geographies. The study shows …