Network Security: Archive: July 2009

iPhone Very Hackable: Black Hat

Researchers at the Black Hat convention reveal iPhone security vulnerabilities they say seriously compromise a user's data privacy.

Mac Vulnerability Could Allow Data Theft

A Mac expert reveals a method of data theft that works even on encrypted information.

Black Hat Attendees Focus on Oracle, Mac

Experts at the Black Hat conference in Las Vegas show tools to automate penetration testing of Mac OS X and Oracle databases.

Open Source Hacking: Revealing Metasploit's Misdeeds

A new forensics platform will reveal whether a system has been compromised by the open source Metasploit.

Emergency Patches for IE, Visual Studio

Microsoft is acting rapidly to protect against the newest vulnerabilities.

Developer: iPhone Security is Weak

A developer who specializes in iPhone forensics claims that the handheld's encryption technology is implemented poorly.

Introduction to Firewalls

Yes, you need a firewall for your PC. Here’s what you need to know.

Erin Andrews Peeping Tom Video: Malware Spreader

While the actual video of ESPN anchor Erin Andrews does reportedly exist, hackers are using fake copies to spread malware across the Web.

Report: Cybersecurity and People Don't Mix

Facebook and other social sites provides hackers with fertile new territory.

Amazon Recall Suggests Spooky Future

Sure, we protect ourselves from hackers. But what about protection from vendors?

The Best Way to Remove Viruses and Malware, Part 3: The Clean-Up

Here are my experiences using both network access and the software included with the Ultimate Boot CD for Windows to clean up an infected Windows machine. All the software discussed is free.

Hackers Exploit Flaw in MSFT Office

Hackers have attacked Office software for Windows, using a hole that is not yet fixed.

Microsoft Zero-Day Still Happening

Not long after Microsoft plugs one hole, another vulnerability appears.

Most US Firms Hacked

A whopped 73 percent of US companies have suffered data breaches. The culprit: lack of an encryption strategy.

ActiveX Zero-Day Fix: Due on Patch Tuesday

A half dozen patches will be released in July's Patch Tuesday, a smaller number than last month.

IBM's Data Masking: Higher Security?

Will a kind of encryption technology make it safer to outsourcing data handling?

Is North Korea Cyber Attacking South Korea?

The websites of South Korean government agencies and financial institutions were disabled by apparent hacker attacks, possibly linked to North Korea.

New Zero-day Bug for XP

A fresh zero-day vulnerability in XP is already fueling attacks on PCs.

Facebook 'Spy Outing' Reveals Concerns

A blown cover for a major intelligence figure in Britain demonstrates the dangers of Facebook.

iPhone Users Combat Thieves with Tech

Thieves are increasingly targeting smartphones, but the device's owners are finding ways to fight back.

Google Reports Alarming Spam Figures

Surprising no one, Google says that spam levels have risen considerably.

Report: Companies Still Struggling with Privacy

Privacy in IT tends to be woefully underfunded, according a study by research firm Gartner.

Are Chinese Hackers Attacking Your PC?

A security expert notes an alarming trend, and provides guidance to protect yourself against it.