Hackers: Archive: April 2005

Trend Micro Update Causes Mayhem

Trend Micro customers spent at least part of the weekend battling the fallout from a faulty software update that the company distributed last Friday.

Time to Remind Users of Security Responsibilities

Getting people to remember their security responsibilities can be a challenge. But it's worth the effort.

Man Arrested for Using Trojan, Webcam to Spy on Teen

A 45-year-old Cyprus man has been arrested for allegedly using a Trojan horse to control a teenage girl's webcam, using it to spy on her in her own bedroom.

Corporate Data Leaks Spur Interest in Storage Security

High-profile data security breaches are boosting the fortunes of storage security vendors. Will national legislation follow?

Outtasking Solution to Company's Email Woes

A large chemical company has turned to outtasking the security side of its email system to keep its messaging system running smoothly and to free up its IT staff.

Five Critical Fixes in Latest Microsoft Update

UPDATED: The software giant introduces new fixes to shore up its product line.

Americans Learning to Live With Spam Agita

E-mail users say they are more accepting of spam. Doesn't make it less painful though.

Gates Wants to Can Spam -- Fast

Microsoft founder and chief software architect continues to push for eradication of spam.

Storage Security Back In The Spotlight

With public concern over lost and compromised data growing, the time is right to take a closer look at storage security best practices.

Federal E-Rate Indictments Grow

Six companies and five individuals charged with wire fraud, collusion, aiding and abetting, and conspiracy.

Application Insecurity --- Who is at Fault?

Though most would expect it, application security is definitely not a built-in. Someone has to take the blame for it. Is it their fault or ours?