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Two-factor authentication: What you need to know (FAQ)

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:29:53 GMT

Twitter just got it. Apple recently got it, too. Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and Amazon have had it for a while. But why's two-factor authentication important, and will it keep you safe?

Is protecting intellectual property from cyberthieves futile?

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:30:16 GMT

Experts gathering to discuss intellectual-property theft say that a fix will require the application of economic sanctions, not just more technology.

Is protecting intellectual property from cyber thieves futile?

Thu, 23 May 2013 19:30:16 GMT

Experts gathering to discuss intellectual property theft say that a fix will require the application of conomic sanctions, not just more technology.

Help protect yourself from signed malware in OS X

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:55:54 GMT

With the discovery of malware signed with a valid Apple ID, here are some steps you can take to help prevent the remote chance of any such programs infecting your computer.

The wide world of hacking in China

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:00:52 GMT

The Chinese have been known to be experts at hacking for quite some time. But what might surprise some is that it's epidemic across the country in all levels of society.

Kim Dotcom threatens to sue Twitter, others over patent

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:23:23 GMT

The controversial MegaUpload founder claims he holds the patent for two-factor authentication and all he wants from the tech companies is money for his defense.

SAP touts service that sells customer data from phone firms

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:57:12 GMT

The European maker of enterprise software would serve as a kind of middleman, analyzing data gathered by various wireless operators, selling results to marketers, and sharing the profits with the wireless companies.

Power utilities claim 'daily' and 'constant' cyberattacks, says report

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:14:46 GMT

A report out of Congress outlines the increased hacks on power grid computer systems, noting that one utility faces 10,000 attempted cyberattacks per month.

Guantanamo Wi-Fi shuttered after Anonymous hacking threat

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:45:35 GMT

In unity with the prison's inmates, the hacking group pledges to disrupt online activities at Guantanamo -- prompting the U.S. military to shut down the base's Wi-Fi.

Google breach may have led to sensitive data leaks

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:52:38 GMT

Chinese hackers were blamed for breaking into Google's servers in 2010; now, U.S. officials say these cyberattacks may have led to the release of secret government information.

Future Firefox takes tougher stance on mixed content

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:52:51 GMT

Mozilla might be fine with mixed company, but it's not fond of mixed content. A new tool to block unsecured content on secure sites makes its debut in the latest update to Firefox Aurora.

Google security: You (still) are the weakest link

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:00:48 GMT

At its I/O conference, two of Google's top-level security experts say the company is intensely focused on the issue, but passwords remain a thorny problem.

Google Glass spurs privacy questions from Congress

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:53:43 GMT

Several congressional members send a letter to Google CEO Larry Page about concerns such as whether Google will use facial recognition technology with Glass.

New Mac spyware found in the Oslo Freedom Forum

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:34:32 GMT

One surprise is that the new spyware found on Oslo Freedom Forum members' systems has a valid Apple Developer ID.

LulzSec case in U.K. brings sentences for 4 men

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:33:30 GMT

Core members of LulzSec have been sentenced for their campaigns -- and according to the defense, some of the victims were "thoroughly deserving" of what happened to them.

Apple, Samsung, others urged to help thwart mobile phone thefts

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:54:23 GMT

The New York State attorney general is asking Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, and Microsoft what they're doing to crack down on the costly and sometimes violent thefts of mobile phones.

Bloomberg reporters had access to certain client data

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:39:34 GMT

The editor in chief of Bloomberg News has admitted that reporters were able to access limited client information, an error he calls "inexcusable."

Bloomberg: Yes, reporters had access to client data

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:39:34 GMT

The editor in chief of Bloomberg News has admitted that reporters were able to access limited client information via Bloomberg terminals, an error he calls "inexcusable."

Microsoft warns of new Trojan hijacking Facebook accounts

Sun, 12 May 2013 23:30:15 GMT

Malware focusing on the social network's users in Brazil masquerades as a legitimate Google Chrome extension and Firefox add-on.

U.S. charges 8 in $45M global cybercrime scheme

Thu, 09 May 2013 23:43:31 GMT

New York-based cell used information gleaned from two hacks to create bogus debit cards to quickly steal millions from bank machines in Manhattan.

Senators propose law to go after foreign cybercriminals

Wed, 08 May 2013 01:09:45 GMT

After a slew of U.S. companies' Web sites were hacked, a group of bi-partisan senators is looking at getting a new law passed that combats cyber-theft by foreign governments and hackers.

Apple ordered by German court to change its privacy rules

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:01:49 GMT

The iPhone maker can no longer ask for "global consent" to use customer information or tap in to location-based data. But the court ruling applies only to Germany.

How hackable is your password? McAfee offers password tips

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:03:08 GMT

The security vendor is out with a few rules and reminders for creating strong passwords designed to thwart the bad guys.

U.S. says Chinese government behind cyberespionage

Tue, 07 May 2013 03:37:03 GMT

Annual report to Congress alleges a steady campaign of hacking designed to acquire information about the U.S. government's foreign policy and military plans.

Google's Schmidt: Don't worry too much about 'Big Brother'

Mon, 06 May 2013 18:44:33 GMT

The executive chairman of Google says that even though everyone will be using wearable computing devices someday, companies won't be tracking peoples' every move because it's bad business.