Sourcefire, the creator of Snort, the open source intrusion detection software, has launched a cloud-based intrusion prevention service using the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform.
Fake Adobe Flash updates lure the unwary
Barracuda Networks has warned internet surfers to be wary of fake Adobe flash updates, after it uncovered a number of compromised sites in the wild which present unwary visitors with an official-looking Adobe Flash update page.
Newspaper reveals how your Apple iPhone spies on you
As would-be iPhone users reportedly continue to queue in stores to buy new iPhone 4 handsets with two year airtime contracts costing large sums of money, the Daily Telegraph has revealed how the iPhone is logging a lot more information on its owners th…
Government unveils plans for national infrastructure cybersecurity
The federal government is reportedly working on an ambitious plan to detect and defend against cyberattacks on the US critical national infrastructure, which includes national electricity and telecoms grids, as well as other systems important to the de…
Fortify warns iPhone users to think before Frashing
Software security assurance specialist Fortify, has warned iPhone and smartphone owners to think carefully before installing cracked software on their handsets.
Cloud computing services to be sold via resellers
Cloud computing services have, to date, largely been sold by specialist firms, or direct to companies and end users.A cloud specialist – which supplies services to eBay and Paypal – is now developing a cloud offering that can be sold via resellers.
Botnet malware targets Symbian smartphones
New botnet malware is attacking Nokia, Samsung and Sony Ericsson smartphones running Symbian operating systems, mobile security firm NetQin has warned.
Apple tightens security after rogue developer is banned from App Store
Apple has banned a Vietnam-based developer from its online applications store for manipulating sales figures to boost his ranking.
Free social networking security webinar and research paper this Thursday
Social networking has gone from zero to hero in terms of business-to-consumer support and interactions, allowing organizations to increase their rapport with customers, as well as reducing the cost of customer support. But it’s not all wine and roses, …
Most UK online holidaymakers ignore basic security measures
UK web users are ignoring basic online fraud-prevention measures in their quest for the ultimate holiday bargain, research has revealed.