Security

US hackers crack al-Qaeda computers

US hackers crack al-Qaeda computers

Details are emerging of security leaks at the White House which have shut down an internet spying operation that had successfully cracked al-Qaeda's computers.
Iain Thomson Oct 16 2007, 6:57AM Security
Biometrics, forefront of new Unisys R&D Centre

Biometrics, forefront of new Unisys R&D Centre

A device capable of capturing the image of veins in a person’s finger is amongst a range of innovative biometric technologies unveiled at the official launch of the Unisys Security Innovation Centre in Canberra.
Negar Salek Oct 15 2007, 4:23PM Security
Spam levels soar in Asia

Spam levels soar in Asia

Almost 90 percent of all email sent from some Asian nations is spam, according to recent research.
Simon Burns Oct 12 2007, 2:45PM Security
Avalanche Technology Group launch new AVG dedicated business

Avalanche Technology Group launch new AVG dedicated business

Australian distributor, Avalanche Technology Group has dropped AVG from its portfolio after launching, AVG AU/NZ Pty Ltd, a new business dedicated to the AVG range of Internet security products.
Staff Writers Oct 10 2007, 1:31PM Security
Windows XP SP3 leaks onto the web

Windows XP SP3 leaks onto the web

Windows XP Service Pack 3 has been cropping up on numerous file sharing and developer sites over the weekend.
Iain Thomson Oct 9 2007, 2:59PM Security
Hacking attacks against utility companies soar

Hacking attacks against utility companies soar

The number of hacking attacks against utility companies has soared by 90 per cent, according to SecureWorks.
Fiona Raisbeck Oct 8 2007, 2:54PM Security
Yahoo and eBay hook up on phisher blocker

Yahoo and eBay hook up on phisher blocker

Yahoo and eBay are joining forces to block phishing messages that specifically target PayPal users.
Matt Chapman Oct 5 2007, 6:44AM Security
Scammers target online car buyers, warns ACCC

Scammers target online car buyers, warns ACCC

Fraudsters are targeting online car buyers with fake car sale advertisements on online classifieds and auction sites warns SCAMwatch the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) scam alert service.
Staff Writers Oct 4 2007, 2:20PM Security
Westpac, IBM, and University of Ballarat launch security alliance with Victorian Gov

Westpac, IBM, and University of Ballarat launch security alliance with Victorian Gov

The Victorian Government together with Westpac Bank, IBM Australia and the University of Ballarat have launched the Internet Commerce Security Laboratory (ICSL) a research alliance to tackle cyber-crime.
Staff Writers Oct 3 2007, 3:37PM Security
Open source winning Asia security battle

Open source winning Asia security battle

Improving security is the number one reason for companies to switch to open source software in several major IT markets in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a new survey.
Simon Burns Oct 3 2007, 2:52PM Security
Secure Computing snaps into gear

Secure Computing snaps into gear

Secure Computing has announced the expansion of its Brisbane-based development centre while launching SnapGear, its first Australian designed, all-in-one SMB network security appliance.
Negar Salek Oct 3 2007, 1:50PM Security
Rabid: Fear of flying budget

Rabid: Fear of flying budget

First hand experience reminds Rabid of the old adage, “you get what you pay for”
Rabid Reseller Oct 2 2007, 2:04PM Security
Guest column: Planning for privacy

Guest column: Planning for privacy

Based on his recent tour of Australian capital cities Peter Cullen, Microsoft’s chief privacy strategist, discusses the importance of privacy protection in Australia
Staff Writers Oct 2 2007, 10:33AM Security
Spammers exploit protests in Burma

Spammers exploit protests in Burma

Spammers are exploiting the fight for democracy in Burma to spread malware, according to recent reports.
Iain Thomson Oct 2 2007, 6:43AM Security
ISPs urged to take control of security

ISPs urged to take control of security

ISPs, not consumers, need to be in the driving seat for computer security, according to F-Secure president Kimmo Alkio.
Iain Thomson Sep 27 2007, 6:54AM Security
Facebook subpoenaed over child grooming

Facebook subpoenaed over child grooming

New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is taking action against Facebook for allegedly failing to stop sexual predators using the site.
Iain Thomson Sep 26 2007, 6:49AM Security
Sourcefire expands Aussie presence

Sourcefire expands Aussie presence

Open source security vendor, Sourcefire, is set to expand its Australian presence as it looks to recruit a new sales team and launches a new training program including a seminar series.
Staff Writers Sep 25 2007, 12:03PM Security
WLAN rivals release new security products

WLAN rivals release new security products

Firms wishing to move on from simple wireless LAN (WLAN) deployment to securing and monitoring their infrastructure and generating real-time compliance reports may be tempted by the latest upgrade of AirMagnet’s enterprise system.
Dave Bailey Sep 24 2007, 2:50PM Security
PC Tools launches global threat research site

PC Tools launches global threat research site

PC Tools has launched a global threat analysis website that provides users with detailed information on suspected security risks in minutes.
Staff Writers Sep 21 2007, 3:26PM Security
Government launches security help site for SMBs

Government launches security help site for SMBs

The Federal Government today launched the SMB component of its e-security website, www.staysmartonline.com.au, designed to enhance the protection of small businesses from electronic attacks and fraud.
Negar Salek Sep 21 2007, 3:26PM Security

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