Topic: Computer Security
Huge 'botnet' amputated, but criminals reconnect
AP News
Limb of huge 'botnet' of virus-infected PCs is amputated, but criminals are reconnectingThe sudden takedown of an Internet provider thought to be helping spread one of the most promiscuous pieces of malicious software out there appears to have cut off criminals from potentially millions of personal computers under their control ...
Report: Federal cybersecurity plan facing barriers
SC Magazine
Federal agencies have overlapping and uncoordinated responsibilities for cybersecurity, according to a report released on Friday from the Government Accountability Office.The federal government is facing a number of challenges in its efforts to meet objectives set forth in the recently partially declassified Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative (CNCI), according to ...
Energizer software found to open backdoor
SC Magazine
An application that allows users to view the battery charging status of the Energizer DUO USB charger contains a vulnerability that could enable an attacker to install malware on Windows machines.An application that allows users to view the battery charging status of the Energizer DUO USB charger contains a ...
Solid state: A new state data breach regulation
SC Magazine
A new privacy regulation in Massachusetts evokes anxiety for many, but getting in line may prove to be no big deal, reports Greg Masters.A new privacy regulation in Massachusetts evokes anxiety for many, but getting in line may prove to be no big deal, reports Greg Masters.After a ...
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