Security News: Archive: June 2009

Michael Jackson Malware: No 'Thriller'

Michael Jackson's death has predictably prompted fraudsters to create malware to lure unsuspecting users.

Major Shockwave Security Flaw Fixed

Fixing the flaw in Adobe Shockwave Player, Adobe announced that the hole, "... could allow an attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability to take control of the affected system."

Pentagon to Set up Cyber Command

Realizing the nature of modern warfare, the Cyber Command will direct the U.S. military's efforts to protect its computer infrastructure.

Microsoft Anti-Malware Beta to Launch

Microsoft is ready to unveil public beta testing of its free anti-malware engine.

New Twitter Worm Attacks

Security vendor Symantec warns of yet another worm attack on Twitter.

Security Vendor Cenzic Unveils New Solutions

Security vendor Cenzic releases products to combat the threat to application security in cloud hybrids.

Dasient: Servers Need Anti-Malware

Virtually all data loss occurs on servers. A new company releases a pubic beta for anti-malware.

Ten Windows Security Bulletins Delivered

Microsoft calls six of the ten security bulletins critical. All told, 31 vulnerabilities are addressed, including one in the newest Internet Explorer.

Was T-Mobile's Security Compromised?

A T-Mobile spokesperson says the company is investigating the matter.

Microsoft Plans 6 'Critical' Patches For Tuesday

Redmond also says it has fixes in the works for Windows, Word and Excel.

Beware of Twitter Scareware

As you watch a video linked to from some social network sites, hackers are installing malware on your system.