Microsoft’s decision to hold back an Excel patch from last month’s Patch Tuesday may have left millions exposed as attackers target the unpatched flaw in Excel. more
Drive-by downloads: the death of 'trusted' Web sites?
In May 2007, Google joined the security community in warning users about the threat from drive-by download attacks, which is where users’ computers are infected with malware when they visit an affected Web site. more
They Criticized Vista. And They Should Know.
ONE year after the birth of Windows Vista, why do so many Windows XP users still decline to “upgrade”? More…
Create a strategy for security breach notification
Data breaches aren’t just about a hacker breaking into a network and stealing information. In fact, they come in all shapes and sizes: more
Ballmer talks up the 'fifth computing revolution'
Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer has used this year’s CeBIT show in Hanover to highlight what he calls the “fifth computing revolution”.. More…
Cybercriminals to target Beijing Olympics?
Growing malware and attacks on high-profile activities make this year’s Olympic Games a likely target for cyber-attacks, says security vendor Websense. More…
12 Ways to Get Free Music
Yes, it’s true! You can have music for free, and not have to go to court! Read on to learn about 12 sites that offer free music streaming and go beyond Internet radio by matching your individual tastes or even letting you pick the songs yourself. More…
Do you really want to open that Access attachment?
Cyber-criminals exploit Access flaw More…
Intel to deliver six-core Xeon processor this year
Intel on Wednesday confirmed that it would ship the six-core Xeon processor in the second half of this year.
Hackers develop Google-based scanning tool
Notorious hacker group Cult of the Dead Cow (cDc) has released a web auditing tool which uses Google to find vulnerabilities on sites. more