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Multiplayer online games pose threat

September 3, 2008 — 5:01pm ET | By Judi Hasson
If you are trying to protect your passwords, prevent identity theft and avoid aggravation and possible loss of money, stay away from multiplayer online games like "World of Warcraft," "Everquest''... Read more...

ALSO NOTED: Two execs look to reclassify malicious code; SCO says it may shut down operations;

September 20, 2007 — 6:59am ET
> Two execs look to reclassify malicious code. Article > SCO says it may... Read more...

Face threats head on

January 24, 2007 — 8:01pm ET

Even with the requisite complement of data protection software, your data and networks might not be as secure as you think, thanks to more aggressive, smarter viruses and other security threats.... Read more...

Beware of 'Happy New Year' worm

January 1, 2007 — 8:01pm ET

When users log-on for the first time in the New Year, they might be greeted by emails that wish them a happy new year and offer a post card greeting. It seems that a new worm is masquerading in... Read more...

SPOTLIGHT: Symantec system flaws require action

December 14, 2006 — 8:01pm ET
Normally, security vendors are calling for organizations to upgrade security systems to meet new vulnerabilities. But yesterday, Symantec called on Veritas NetBackup users to upgrade, in order to... Read more...

The risks involved in outsourcing code writing

November 27, 2006 — 8:01pm ET

Outsourcing application development could take a huge step backward, thanks to security concerns that even the Feds are worried about. According to the Department of Defense (DOD), the possibility... Read more...

Tools for fighting rootkits

November 13, 2006 — 8:01pm ET

Remember that whole Sony rootkit scandal? The company was selling CDs with hidden rootkit software. Well,... Read more...

ALSO NOTED: U.S. in the lead when it comes to spam; Uncertified IT workers continue to see a rise in pay; and much more...

November 6, 2006 — 8:01pm ET

> U.S. in the lead when it comes to spam. Article > Uncertified IT workers continue to see a rise in pay. Read more...

New group targets malware

November 5, 2006 — 8:01pm ET

A new organization, the Malware Incident Reporting and Termination Squad (MIRT), is focusing on getting rid of the increasing amount of malware that's hitting today's enterprises. According to... Read more...

Offshoring could impact military defense systems

November 1, 2006 — 8:01pm ET

It seemed like a smart move at the time--outsourcing and offshoring government software development to save money--but now Uncle Sam is reviewing the decision and the impact it could have down the... Read more...

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