Security

Scammer gets 10 years over US$1.2m website fraud

Scammer gets 10 years over US$1.2m website fraud

Also ordered to pay US$1.2m in restitution.
Marcos Colón Jan 19 2015, 10:06AM Security
LinkedIn phishing scam steals user credentials

LinkedIn phishing scam steals user credentials

Warnings about fake emails from LinkedIn Support.
Danielle Walker Jan 16 2015, 10:06AM Security
UK govt wants to ban WhatsApp and iMessage

UK govt wants to ban WhatsApp and iMessage

PM wants to ban encrypted services that can't be listened in on.
Vaughn Highfield Jan 14 2015, 12:28PM Security
TorrentLocker infections surge in Australia

TorrentLocker infections surge in Australia

Over 98% of phishing campaign victims from Down Under, say experts.
Marcos Colón Jan 14 2015, 11:47AM Security
Anonymous launches #OpCharlieHebdo, targets terrorist sites

Anonymous launches #OpCharlieHebdo, targets terrorist sites

Hacktivists fight for freedom of speech in response to Paris attack.
Marcos Colón Jan 13 2015, 12:02PM Security
Microsoft, Google tangle over Windows security patch

Microsoft, Google tangle over Windows security patch

Spat ensues over Windows 8.1 issue.
Reuters Staff Jan 13 2015, 7:51AM Security
In-flight wifi provider caught using fake Google SSL certificates

In-flight wifi provider caught using fake Google SSL certificates

Google staffer discovers certificates signed by Gogo, not Google.
Teri Robinson Jan 7 2015, 5:48PM Security
Apple to rush out first ever automatic security update

Apple to rush out first ever automatic security update

"Seamless" patch to address critical OS X vulnerability.
Jane McCallion Jan 5 2015, 12:00PM Security
Sony caves to hackers, Washington's options limited

Sony caves to hackers, Washington's options limited

Release of "The Interview" cancelled, amid backlash.
Reuters Staff Dec 19 2014, 11:19AM Security
Sony hackers under North Korea protection may never be caught

Sony hackers under North Korea protection may never be caught

Threats made to cinemas showing film parodying dictator of rogue state.
Reuters Staff Dec 18 2014, 9:52AM Security
"Epic nightmare" for Sony as ex-staffers seek class action

"Epic nightmare" for Sony as ex-staffers seek class action

Claims company failed to protect data against November attack.
Reuters Staff Dec 17 2014, 10:28AM Security
Leaks continue as Sony warns media to destroy 'stolen info'

Leaks continue as Sony warns media to destroy 'stolen info'

Lawyer demands news outlets delete leaked data.
Danielle Walker Dec 16 2014, 12:10PM Security
Apple rallies behind Microsoft in data fight with US govt

Apple rallies behind Microsoft in data fight with US govt

Trust in the cloud at stake.
Reuters Staff Dec 16 2014, 10:14AM Security
The Windows 7 and 8 vulnerability you need to know about

The Windows 7 and 8 vulnerability you need to know about

How to protect yourself against PowerShell attacks.
Jane McCallion Dec 16 2014, 6:45AM Security
Former Apple exec jailed for one year

Former Apple exec jailed for one year

Admitted to taking kickbacks for leaking info to suppliers.
Marcos Colón Dec 10 2014, 11:31PM Security
Group claiming Sony hacking attack makes demand

Group claiming Sony hacking attack makes demand

Wants cancellation of the release of comedy film 'The Interview'.
Reuters Staff Dec 9 2014, 11:38PM Security
North Korea linked to massive hacking attack on Sony

North Korea linked to massive hacking attack on Sony

Systems still down after 24 November incident.
Reuters Staff Dec 4 2014, 10:49AM Security
How to stop Twitter scanning your mobile apps (to sell you targeted ads)

How to stop Twitter scanning your mobile apps (to sell you targeted ads)

Prevent Twitter profiling you and your phone.
Jane McCallion Dec 1 2014, 11:43AM Security
ACCC warns of Christmas parcel pickup ransomware

ACCC warns of Christmas parcel pickup ransomware

Beware of Australia Post emails asking you to pick up a missed package.
Tony Yoo Dec 1 2014, 11:07AM Security
Emergency Windows patch stops people pretending to be CEO

Emergency Windows patch stops people pretending to be CEO

Windows bug could cause red faces.
Barry Collins Nov 26 2014, 11:46AM Security

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