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March 10, 2010

IE 6 and 7 Vulnerability Being Exploited Energizer Software Contains Malware VBScript Hole Not in Tuesday Patches NATO Chief Warns of Cyberthreats Data Security Issues Dominate CeBIT McAfee Finds Weak Internal Security Older versions of Internet Explorer are under attack. Microsoft has warned that cybercriminals are actively exploiting a vulnerability that lets attackers execute malicious code. Some Windows users may hope the Energizer Bunny didn't keep going and going. It turns out the Energizer DUO USB battery charger is a vehicle for attacks on PCs, according to US-CERT researchers. Microsoft's March Patch Tuesday cycle will be more manageable for IT administrators. On March 9, Microsoft will ship two security updates to fix eight problems in Windows and Office. NATO is facing new threats in cyberspace that cannot be met by lining up soldiers and tanks, the alliance's secretary-general said in an apparent reference to terror groups and criminal networks. Data security issues dominated the CeBIT trade fair, which began a five-day run with its main focus on business software to run banks, laboratories, warehouses and other enterprises. Evidence from the recent Aurora hack attacks on major American corporations suggest that many may have tightly locked virtual front doors, but no cybersecurity inside their systems.   FULL STORY   FULL STORY   FULL STORY   FULL STORY   FULL STORY   FULL STORY   IE 6 and 7 Vulnerability Being Exploited   Energizer Software Contains Malware VBScript Hole Not in Tuesday Patches Products are reaching end of life.   FULL STORY NATO Chief Warns of Cyberthreats Countering terror groups a top priority.   FULL STORY Data Security Issues Dominate CeBIT Symantec warns about malware threat.   FULL STORY McAfee Finds Weak Internal Security Source code is readily available.   FULL STORY Network Security More Energizer Software Contains Malware NATO Chief Warns of Cyberthreats Data Security Issues Dominate CeBIT Viruses & Malware More Cybercriminals Steal Virtual Objects Logons in Hands of Amateur Hackers Chinese Hackers Feast on Market Spam & Hackers More McAfee Finds Weak Internal Security Ticket Hackers Get 'CAPTCHA'd Twitter Attacks Focus on Politicians Security Products More McAfee Finds Weak Internal Security Cybersecurity Appears Hot for 2010 Security Firms Await Spending Surge Mobile Security More Please Rob Me Is Wake-Up Call Remote-Deposit Mobile-Banking Apps Hey Pennsylvania School, Try GPS Windows Security More IE 6 and 7 Vulnerability Being Exploited VBScript Hole Not in Tuesday Patches Windows 7 Upgrade Questions Data Security More IE 6 and 7 Vulnerability Being Exploited Energizer Software Contains Malware VBScript Hole Not in Tuesday Patches EST Press Releases More Deluxe Picks SenSage Solution Core Security and nCircle Collaborate Core Integrates with QualysGuard

DHS Chief Outlines Security Strategy U.S. Posts Cybersecurity Plan Accused Hackers Used a Botnet Kit Cybercriminals Steal Virtual Objects Ticket Hackers Get 'CAPTCHA'd Cisco System Secures Mobile Access Red Condor Warns of Phishing Scam With fake requests for legal services. Average Rating: McAfee Finds Weak Internal Security Source code is readily available. Average Rating: Net Optics Boosts Network Security With new network-monitoring solutions. Average Rating: Twitter Attacks Focus on Politicians Password takeovers fuel more spam. Average Rating: Tax Season a Bounty for ID Thieves Scams use Social Security numbers. Average Rating: Also Visit: iPad Info Center Mobile Device Now Billions of Bytes Apple Info Center TopTechWire.com

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Enterprise Hardware Spotlight

Cisco Unveils Much Faster CRS-3 Router for Net Growth Cisco says its CRS-3 Carrier Routing System is the foundation of the next-generation Internet that will pave the way for rapid growth of video transmissions, mobile devices, and new services.   HP Swipes at iPad as 'Watered Down' as Rivals Line Up Competitors in the fast-moving tablet-computer category are lining up to take on Apple's iPad. Hewlett-Packard is the latest to preview a product, and other companies are positioning products.   Building Your Own Computer: Not Just for Nerds The simplest way to make sure that every piece of technology in a new desktop PC fits your requirements is to build it yourself. You don't have to be a nerd to manage the task anymore, either.

Mobile Enterprise Spotlight

Smartphones Transforming Business Travel More and more tech-savvy travelers are using their smartphones to transform travel habits, looking up aircraft seat configuration, tracking taxis, contacting hotels and locating colleagues.   Motorola's Backflip Has a Funky, Fresh Design As AT&T's first Android smartphone, Motorola's Backflip would attract attention anyway. But what makes this intriguing, if imperfect, phone stand out is its unorthodox "reverse flip" hardware design.   Mobile Cameras Help Police Find Stolen Cars A growing number of police departments are turning to mobile camera systems that read the license plates of parked and moving cars to fight motor vehicle theft and identify unregistered cars.

Enterprise Technology Spotlight

Building Your Own Computer: Not Just for Nerds The simplest way to make sure that every piece of technology in a new desktop PC fits your requirements is to build it yourself. You don't have to be a nerd to manage the task anymore, either.   McAfee: System Security Is Weak Despite Locked Doors Evidence from the recent Aurora hack attacks on major American corporations suggest that many may have tightly locked virtual front doors, but no cybersecurity inside their systems.   Few Details Emerge in White House Cybersecurity Plan The Obama administration gave the public a peek at the Bush administration's classified plan to secure the nation's computer systems, but the newly revealed list of broad goals provided few surprises.

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