Network Security: Archive: September 2007

Rugged Security: MESHnet Firewall

Two firms team for a portable, military-grade hardware firewall that will take whatever hackers -- or Mother Earth, for that matter -- can dish out. Plus, it looks the part.

Those Nifty Widgets Can Pack A Rude Surprise

Malware finds a new target in desktop widgets that look simple and harmless but can carry a malicious payload.

AOL Claims AIM is Safe

After a pair of security research groups level allegations of insecurity against AIM, AOL moves to fix its back end.

Networking Notes: Playing the Password Game

Some security experts say we need to do the impossible: Create and memorize a unique password for each and every service we use. But there are options — this nifty Web site or just write them down.

Hackers Scoff At iPhone Warning

Despite Apple's dire warning of imminent "brickdom" and worthless warranties, hackers and customers who managed to unlock their iPhones say they have the law and ingenuity on their side.

Report: TJX Security Was 'Inadequate'

Retailer faulted for collecting too much information, keeping it too long, and not upgrading security systems quickly enough.

Unisys to Blame For DHS Insecurity?

Congressman alleges that the Department of Homeland Security hasn't been so secure, thanks to its contractor.

Microsoft Scopes Out 'Real World' Security Threats

BlueHat, not to be confused with Black Hat, gives security experts a chance to tell Microsoft engineers how to make more secure product.

Firefox Gets QuickTime Fix

Firefox users no longer at risk from media flaw that could have left them vulnerable by simply watching a movie.

Cybersecurity: Laws Only Go So Far

The U.S. government is finally taking cybersecurity seriously in the form of new legislation but businesses shouldn't expect it to become a cure-all.

Dell Adds Encrypting Drive to Latitude Line

Seagate drive will add real-time encryption protection to notebooks at a modest premium in price.

Microsoft Agent: A Patch Tuesday Unto Itself

Almost. Three other fixes rank as less severe.