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Intel HDCP Cracked Using $350 Hardware KitNov 29, 2011 - in News
An FPGA development board was used in a man-in-the-middle attack in obtaining and transmitting an encrypted signal from an HDMI port.
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The BSA Rejects the Current Stop Online Piracy ActNov 27, 2011 - in News
The Business Software Alliance (BSA), the commercial software industry's arm to educate about piracy and investigate piracy, has raised concerns about the government's Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA).
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How to Opt Out of Google's Wi-Fi Network MappingNov 15, 2011 - in News
Don't want your Wi-Fi network mapped by Google? Just add the "_nomap" tag to the SSID of your access point and/or router.
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Intel, MasterCard Confirms Tap-To-Pay Tech for UltrabooksNov 14, 2011 - in News
Ultrabooks and future Intel-based devices will allow users to use their NFC-enabled card or smartphone to make an online purchase with a simple tap.
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Estonian Clickjacking Ring Totally BustedNov 11, 2011 - in News
A pretty ingenious con, all things considered.
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U.S. Web-Blocking Devices Used By Syrian GovernmentNov 1, 2011 - in News
Originally intended for use in Dubai, their use may violate trade sanctions against Syria.
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New DoS Tool Kills SSL Servers With Just One PCOct 26, 2011 - in News
There is a new tool that enables a basic PC to execute a denial-of-service (DoS) attack and take out an encrypting SSL server.
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ZyXEL Intros Portable Router, Access PointOct 25, 2011 - in News
The new MWR102 serves as a 802.11n router, access point and client bridge for $39.99 USD.
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U.S. Advises Secure Control Systems Against AnonymousOct 20, 2011 - in News
A recently published bulletin by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security shows that the government has a close eye on hacker group Anonymous, especially in their shift in interest.
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Google Releases Chrome Desktop-Sharing FeatureOct 10, 2011 - in News
Google has released a cool Chrome app that allows one user to remotely control another user's computer.
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Imperva: 71 SQL Injection Attacks Per Hour Since JulySep 23, 2011 - in News
Imperva's latest report reveals that web applications are attacked by SQL injection an average of 71 times per hour.
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Researchers Suggest New Way to Measure Wi-Fi AttacksSep 13, 2011 - in News
Researchers at North Carolina State University said they have found a way to quantify the effect of malicious attacks on wireless networks.
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Qubes OS: An Operating System Designed For SecurityAug 29, 2011 - in Reviews
What would an operating system look like it if were redesigned with security in mind? Joanna Rutkowska thinks she has the answer with the development of Qubes OS. We sit down for an interview with Joanna to discuss the way Qubes OS augments security.
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Mozilla Developing Secure Full-Screen Firefox FeatureAug 17, 2011 - in News
Mozilla's Robert O'Callahan said that the company is currently working on a full-screen implementation for web apps in Firefox.
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Wi-Fi Security: Cracking WPA With CPUs, GPUs, And The CloudAug 14, 2011 - in Reviews
Is your network safe? Almost all of us prefer the convenience of Wi-Fi over the hassle of a wired connection. But what does that mean for security? Our tests tell the whole story. We go from password cracking on the desktop to hacking in the cloud.
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Charlie Miller On Hacked Batteries, Cloud Security, And The iPadAug 1, 2011 - in Reviews
Accuvant Labs' Charlie Miller talks to Tom's Hardware about the Defender's Dilemma, the security of data in the cloud, looking for vulnerabilities in notebook batteries, and the ramifications of using Apple's iPad in an enterprise environment.
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Software Exploits Mac OS X Lion Login Passwords VulnerabilityJul 27, 2011 - in News
Apple's operating systems still enjoy a perception of strong security despite the fact that vulnerabilities for both iOS and Mac OS X are discovered on a continuous basis and Apple's pace of providing patches is rather unpredictable.
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Hackers Could Make a MacBook's Battery ExplodeJul 26, 2011 - in News
This could be a problem with the new MacBooks' non-removable battery.
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Suspected LulzSec Ringleader Arrested in EssexJun 21, 2011 - in News
Scotland Yard believes that it captured the leader of LulzSec, but both Anonymous and LulzSec disagree.
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Harden Up: Can We Break Your Password With Our GPUs?Jun 19, 2011 - in Reviews
Do you think your passwords are keeping your data nice and safe? Do you have archived files you don't want anyone to see? Let's see how fast we can crack your lock using our graphics cards. If anything, this is a wake-up call to lock down your valuables!
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Apple Pledges to Take Care of Malware for MacsMay 26, 2011 - in News
Apple to fight against a nasty bit of malware.
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Apple Will Not Confirm or Deny Malware InfectionMay 20, 2011 - in News
AppleCare isn't allow to care.
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Protect Your Data! TrueCrypt 7.0a's Performance, AnalyzedMay 4, 2011 - in Reviews
Version 7.0a of TrueCrypt offers many new features, including hardware-accelerated AES encryption via processors that support the technology. We discuss the new features and look at the performance impact of running an encrypted system partition.
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Intel's vPro Core CPUs Can Take SMS ''Poison Pill''Mar 11, 2011 - in News
A matter of life and text.
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U.S. Military Cyber Chief Calls For Cyber ForceFeb 22, 2011 - in News
The nation's military cyber chief says it is time for greater investments in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) programs to keep up with other countries.
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Advanced Sign-in Security for Your Google AccountFeb 11, 2011 - in News
Google has announced increased security measures designed to protect users’ Google accounts.
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Do-Not-Track Next Major Browser FeatureJan 26, 2011 - in News
It appears that browser developers have agreed on a feature that will protect users from being tracked for advertising purposes.