“Researchers have uncovered a malware-based espionage campaign that subjects Mac users to the same techniques that have been used for years to surreptitiously siphon confidential data out of Windows machines,” Dan Goodin reports for Ars Technica. “The recently discovered campaign targets Mac-using employees of several pro-Tibetan non-governmental organizations, and employs…
Surveillance spyware migrates from Windows to Mac OS X
Researchers have uncovered a malware-based espionage campaign that subjects Mac users to the same techniques that have been used for years to surreptitiously siphon confidential data out of Windows machines. The recently discovered campaign targets Mac-using employees of several pro-Tibetan non-governmental organizations, and employs attacks exploiting already patched vulnerabilities in…
India Inc Loses Rs 172 Crore From Phishing Attacks In 2011
RSAs latest fraud report ranks India among the top 5 most targeted countries for phishing attack. The global loss from phishing attacks is an estimated Rs 5,760 crore View full post on phishing – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on National Cyber Security
Protect Your Smartphone from Mobile Malware
Just how real are the threats, and what steps should you take to keep your phone free from infection? View full post on cyber pirate – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on National Cyber Security
Where do Complaints Board Complaints come from?
Complaints Board fabricates complaints, and encourages disgruntled employees, fired employees, competitors, people against the causes, products or services of merchants, etc. to slander legitimate businesses. One set of destructive complaints posts was against a pet boarding business, because poverty stricken posters in Russia “hate that Americans take better care of their…
The ultimate Android malware guide: What it does, where it came from, and how to protect your phone or tablet
Every week seems to bring word of a new threat for Android devices. But is the Android malware world really that bad? How can everyday user stay safe? Although it hasn’t made a huge dent in the tablet market yet — or perhaps we should call it the iPad market…
2012-03-22 – High Schoolers from Around the Nation Compete for Chance to Become Cyber Security Superstars
High Schoolers from Around the Nation Compete for Chance to Become Cyber Security Superstars View full post on SANS Press Room View full post on National Cyber Security » Announcements
Online Banking: Is Your Money Safe From Hackers?
Banks are beefing up security for consumers who bank online. Protect yourself with these tips. View full post on bank security hacker – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on National Cyber Security
Computer hackers could cross line from computer to biological attacks, says Fortinet researcher
Computer hackers could create malicious software that crosses the line from technology to biology, crafting viruses that spread dangerous epidemics, researchers said at Black Hat Europe. “We are really on the border between the living and the not living,” said Guillaume Lovet, senior manager of Fortinet’s Threat Research and Response…
Hiding our smartphones from hackers
Don't cross the street without looking both ways. Don't go to bed without brushing your teeth. Don't access your bank and credit card accounts while on the free WiFi network at the local bistro. View full post on bank security hacker – Yahoo! News Search Results View full post on…