Tails 2.0 fixes many security issues
Tails is a live operating system, that you can start on almost any computer from a DVD, USB stick, or SD card. It aims at preserving your privacy and anonymity. Tails 2.0 is …
Defending the smart grid: What security measures to implement
Smart grids are a fundamental component of the European critical infrastructure. They are rooted on communication networks that have become essential elements allowing the …
Week in review: The death of Java plugin, Magento fixes e-store hijacking flaw, cybercriminals targeting healthcare data
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news and articles: There’s no turning back: Say goodbye to the perimeter If you’ve been following …
60+ Trojanized Android games lurking on Google Play
Dr. Web researchers have discovered over 60 Trojanized game apps being offered on Google Play through more than 30 different game developer accounts. The games are made to …
Compromised enterprise networks fuel 236 percent increase in viruses and worms
Solutionary performed a broad analysis of the threat landscape, which uncovered several key findings. One of the most compelling finding links the rapid growth (236 percent) …
Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and they’re acting on it
More Americans are concerned about not knowing how the personal information collected about them online is used than losing their principal source of income. A new study by …
Innovation Sandbox Contest 2016 finalists announced
RSA Conference announced the 10 finalists for its annual Innovation Sandbox Contest. The competition is dedicated to encouraging out-of-the-box ideas and the exploration of …
Bug in pre-installed app opens LG G3 smartphone owners to data theft, phishing
Two BugSec researchers have discovered a serious vulnerability in LG’s G3 Android devices, which can be exploited to steal user data, mount phishing attacks, install …
Oracle announces Java plugin deprecation, death
With a short post by a member of the Java strategy team, Oracle has announced the approaching death of the hated Java plugin. “Oracle plans to deprecate the Java browser …
US fast-food chain Wendy’s investigating possible card data breach
Wendy’s, the popular and widespread US fast-food chain, is investigating a possible payment card data breach. The company was notified about the possibility by its payment …
Cisco plugs hole in firewall devices that could lead to device hijacking
Cisco has released a firmware update that plugs a critical, easy-to-exploit vulnerability that could allow a remote attacker to take control of the company’s RV220W …
Why cybercriminals target healthcare data
In 2015, one in three Americans were victims of healthcare data breaches, attributed to a series of large-scale attacks that each affected more than 10 million individuals. …
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