Researchers uncover tool used to infect websites, spread malware
SearchSecurity.com | 16 Apr 2008 ARTICLE - An analysis conducted by the SANS Institute's Internet Storm Center uncovered a utility designed to perform automated SQL injection attacks against websites and spread malware.
At RSA, feds seek help to close widening cybersecurity gaps
SearchSecurity.com | 08 Apr 2008 ARTICLE - Michael Chertoff, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security called on the private sector to do more to secure the internet from serious attackers.
Kraken botnet balloons to dangerous levels
SearchSecurity.com | 07 Apr 2008 ARTICLE - The Kraken botnet is twice the size of the Storm Trojan and exists to spread massive amounts of spam.
Hacking body implants: Fiction or future?
SearchSecurity.com | 18 Mar 2008 ARTICLE - A recent report about the potential for hackers to attack implanted devices like pacemakers hit home for security experts who see such scenarios as a real threat in years to come.
Exploit code released for critical VMware flaw
SearchSecurity.com | 25 Feb 2008 ARTICLE - A file sharing flaw in VMware can be exploited by an attacker to execute code and access sensitive files.
Federal government falling short on cybercrime
SearchSecurity.com | 20 Feb 2008 ARTICLE - The federal government is falling behind in its fight against cybercrime as an explosion of cybercrime investigations outweighs the amount of time, money and personnel available.
CSRF exploit could tarnish forensics
SearchSecurity.com | 18 Feb 2008 ARTICLE - A former special agent will explain how attackers could take advantage of the vulnerability to muddle ongoing investigations.
Researcher behind Linux Kernel flaw explains motives
SearchSecurity.com | 14 Feb 2008 INTERVIEW - Wojciech Purczynski, a researcher with Singapore-based security firm COSEINC, explains why he disclosed a flaw in the Linux Kernel and why IT pros should take it seriously.
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