Archive for the ‘Security’ Category
Facebook Patches Security Flaw That Could Bypass Password Protection
A security bug was recently discovered which allowed a hacker to log into a Facebook account without providing the password. Facebook has now patched the bug.
FBI Has To Explain Their Internet Spying Plans : Judge
FBI can pry into any encrypted emails or messages sent over the internet. But Judge Richard Seeborg said that FBI has to explain their internet spy plans.
Kaspersky’s Top 10 Vulnerabilities List Doesn’t Include Any Microsoft Products
Kaspersky has released its IT Threat Evolution report which cites the top 10 vulnerabilities during the third quarter. Interestingly, the list includes none of Microsoft's products.
Court Orders Online Pirate To Pay $1.5 Million In Damages
In a pirate-related case, a court has asked the accused pirate to pay a fine of $1.5 million for sharing 10 adult movies.
Anonymous Hackers Are Angry Over Zynga’s Lay-Offs
Hackers from the group, Anonymous, has expressed anger over Zynga's decisions to layoff employees and move its jobs to 'convenient financial countries.'
Facebook Tries To Shush Down The User Data Leak
A Bulgarian blogger recently claimed that he was able to purchase 1 million Facebook user data entries for a mere $5. Facebook has now requested him to stop talking about this issue.
These Are 2012′s Top 25 Most Frequently Used Passwords
Want to assure that your password is secure? SplashData has compiled a list of the top 25 most used passwords on the internet.
Major Security Breach – 3.6 Million Social Security Numbers Exposed In SC
South Carolina Department of Revenue has faced a major cyberattack which costs them exposing of 3.6 Million Social Security Numbers & 387,000 credit/debit cards.
Critical Email Vulnerability Patched By Microsoft, Google And Yahoo
Microsoft, Yahoo & Google have recently patched a critical vulnerability in their email service. The vulnerability emanated from a flawed encryption mechanism.
U.S. Copyright Office Rules Jailbreaking Tablets, Gaming Consoles, DVDs Illegal
The U.S. Copyright Office has revised its rules on whether people can jailbreak smartphone, tablet and gaming console. It has also revised the rules of DVD copying.
Kelihos Botnet Coder And Microsoft Reaches Settlement
Microsoft disrupted the Kelihos botnet last year and launched a civil case against two defendant. Of these two, Microsoft has reached a settlement with one.
Hackers Now Can Hack Pacemakers And Give 830 Volt Shock
Australian researcher Barnaby Jack has found that hackers can hack a pacemaker using a laptop and and can kill people by delivering more than 830 volt shock.
Chinese Government Nabs 700 Cybercriminal Gangs
In a statement released by China's Ministry of Public Security, the authorities have been able to bust 700 cybercriminal gangs based in China.
LulzSec Hacker ‘Neuron’ Admits Having Breached Sony Pictures Servers
A LulzSec hacker going by the nick 'neuron' was involved in Sony Pictures website breach last year. Police has now arrested him and he has pleaded guilty.
